Who is DEWC and why should you work with us?
DEWC Services provides specialist C4ISR and Electronic Warfare engineering and technical support across the Australian Defence Force (ADF) and Department of Defence. We currently employ 100 high-performing, talented engineers, IT, and business professionals who are passionate about keeping Australia's Defence Personnel safe through innovative applications coupled with our know-how and experience.
We are a certified Great Place to Work that advocates a positive work culture underpinned by our corporate values. Our company thrives on a collegial and collaborative atmosphere, placing great importance on both professional development and personal excellence. As you embark on a career journey with DEWC Services, you'll experience the unwavering support of an authentic organisation that is comprised of high-performing, talented, and passionate individuals. With flexible work arrangements integrated within our employee wellbeing program, and a recently implemented mentor program, you'll find the perfect balance between work and life, while also receiving valuable guidance and support to excel in your career.
Job Description
Due to continued growth, DEWC Services is expanding its software engineering team to develop advanced defence technologies that support national security operations. We are seeking Front-End Software Engineers to design and implement high-performance, secure, and scalable user interfaces for mission-critical defence applications.
These roles involve developing modern front-end applications that enable intuitive interaction with complex data and systems. If you have expertise in modern JavaScript frameworks and a strong understanding of front-end architectures in secure environments, we encourage you to apply.
If you do not meet every one of the eligibility requirements listed below, we still encourage you to apply. We value diverse experiences and perspectives and assess candidates holistically based on their skills and potential.
More Specifically, You Will:
* Develop and maintain mission-critical front-end applications for defence systems, supporting situational awareness, data analysis, and command-and-control interfaces.
* Develop scalable front-end architectures that support modular, extensible, and secure defence applications, ensuring usability, efficiency, and responsiveness in high-stakes environments.
* Implement and optimise user interfaces that integrate with back-end services via RESTful APIs, WebSockets, and message brokers (e.g., Kafka).
* Collaborate with systems engineers, data analysts, and domain specialists to refine user requirements and translate complex operational needs into functional, efficient interfaces.
* Develop robust front-end testing strategies, including automated unit and integration testing, to ensure system reliability.
* Contribute to the integration of front-end applications within a containerised microservices architecture using Docker and Kubernetes.
* Stay up to date with emerging front-end technologies and defence software engineering best practices, advocating for their adoption where beneficial.
About You
At DEWC Services, we value integrity, passion, and self-motivation in line with our company values above all else. However, at a minimum, you will have:
* Bachelor's degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
* Proven experience in front-end development, with strong skills in JavaScript, TypeScript, and frameworks like Angular, Vue, or Svelte.
* Strong understanding of front-end performance optimisation and security best practices.
* Experience working with APIs, including RESTful services, WebSockets, and messaging protocols.
* Proficiency in version control systems (e.g., Git) and Agile development tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence).
* Understanding of DevOps principles related to front-end development, such as CI/CD pipelines and automated testing.
* Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team.
* Current or reinstatable AGSVA security clearance (highly desirable).
*Please note, you must be an Australian Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain an Australian Federal Government Security Clearance.