Senior Software Engineer - Front-End Developer

About Us

Boeing Defence Australia is shaping the future of aerospace and delivering some of Australia's most important programs for the Australian Defence Force.

Joining us is a chance to make your mark as part of the global Boeing aerospace network, working with a team that is united in pushing the boundaries of imagination and excellence.

We currently employ more than 3,000 people across a growing business over 14 sites in Australia and 3 international locations with a range of opportunities available as we plan for future growth.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a Senior Software Engineer with front-end development experience to work in a dynamic team. You will be supporting the Battlespace Communication System (BCS) Program. BCS is a next generation networking product that is the centerpiece for multiple projects and campaigns. The BCS combines both developmental and off the shelf hardware and software to provide world leading communications capability for ADF personnel. It can be rapidly deployed from anywhere, and its modular design provides a flexible, scalable solution that can be customized for various mission needs.

Our team has a unique culture, which maintains a culture of flexibility and fun. We are collaborative, adaptable and outcome focused. You'll find yourself working in a team where people really matter. We work flexibly, with a hybrid in office/ work from home arrangement.

Responsibilities

Contribute to the development of robust networking and communications software with a focus on cyber security, scalability and performance.
Design, development, integration and test of integrated hardware and software systems.
Write code to solve complex problems
Review pull requests, and provide constructive feedback
Participate in code reviews and provide constructive feedback
Communicate and collaborate with a diverse team, in a conscientious and inclusive way.
Essential Experience/qualifications

Front-end software development experience in Javascript/React
Applicants must be Australian Citizens to meet defence security requirements.
We invite a diverse range of people to apply, including people from outside of the defence industry.
Desirable Experience/qualifications

A tertiary qualification in engineering or related technical field
Experience within Defence or complex engineering project environments
Additional software language and open-source package knowledge (Python, C programming, and UI design) are highly desirable.
Experience in building secure applications in a Linux environment
Can take part in all aspects of the software development lifecycle with an agile mindset.
IP networking protocols and implementation of network security
Culture

Female applicants, people of Aboriginal or Torres Strait Island descent and Veterans are encouraged to apply.

Boeing is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a focus on community that encourages movement within the organization.

Our aim is to nurture our existing employees and help them reach their full potential and be part of an organisation that promotes a safe workplace environment.

Benefits

We value the health and wellbeing of our employees and offer true flexibility including working from home, compressed work weeks, and opportunities for part time arrangements, allowing you to balance your career with what is important to you outside of work.

Working within our team, you will have the opportunity to gain in-depth exposure across various exciting projects and build on your professional network with internal stakeholders and external partners in the industry.

We understand the importance of work-life balance and provide a mixture of flexible office and remote working options.
We will celebrate your successes and achievements with a formal reward and recognition program and through employee awards.
We value your professional development and will provide a vast range of formal and informal training, as well as assistance to further education.
We offer competitive salary packaging options and our Employee Incentive Program includes a bonus scheme and a wide range of corporate discounts.
As part of a global company, your career opportunities extend internationally.

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