Senior Software Developer

Canberra - Australia

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 30+ days ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

Job Description

About the Client

Our client is a high-impact government agency operating in the national security and intelligence space. They deliver critical capabilities in cyber operations secure infrastructure and intelligence systems. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a mission of national significance in a technically advanced and secure environment.

About the Role

As a Senior Software Developer youll lead software development projects write optimised and secure code and provide technical leadership to a team of developers. Youll be responsible for ensuring the quality functionality and reliability of software systems that support mission-critical operations.

Key Responsibilities:

Support maintain and enhance existing software capabilities
Ensure software quality and security through testing and review
Engage with stakeholders to clarify and develop user requirements
Enhance automation capabilities and recommend new tools and structures
Mentor team members and contribute to design reviews and agile processes

Technical Environment:

Java Python automation and deployment tools
Secure software development practices

The Successful Candidate

Youll be an experienced software developer with strong leadership coding and integration skills. Youll bring deep expertise in secure software development automation and stakeholder engagement.

Essential Criteria Includes:

Programming/Software Development (PROG Level 5)
System Software Administration (SYSP Level 5)
Systems Integration and Build (SINT Level 5)

A degree in Computer Science or a related field is expected along with experience in Java Python and automation tools.

Whats on Offer

Work on nationally significant projects in a secure high-trust environment
Long-term contract with potential extensions
Opportunity to contribute to Australias national security mission

Why partner with Whizdom

Were Whizdom. We view you as an extension of our strong dependable brand and have differentiators which really are different! The Whizdom way:

We pay our contractors same day you submit your timesheet!
We are Level 3 DISP certified and have signed the Veteran Employment Commitment and been awarded the highest level of compliance to this important initiative proactively assisting veterans transitioning from the forces to civilian roles. Weve been lucky enough to win industry awards for our high level of process compliance and are ISO 9001 certified. Our commitment to reducing Greenhouse Gas Emissions has been accredited in line with large global organisations.
We value diversity and welcome applications from Indigenous Australians people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability.

Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT Brisbane QLD or Melbourne VIC.

Contract terms: 12 months from commencement date plus potential extensions

SFIA level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility .

Security Requirements: Must be an Australian Citizens with a minimum NV2 (Negative Vetting 2) security clearance though a TSPV (Top Secret Positive Vetting) is preferred. Candidates that do not hold a TSPV may be asked to undergo a clearance uplift. Candidates with a current Defence Intelligence Agency recognised Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) are highly preferred.

How to Apply: Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.

Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include ID and work rights security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.

Applications open until 8am 10 October 2025.

Reach Damien onor for any further information.

Required Experience:

Senior IC

Job DescriptionAbout the ClientOur client is a high-impact government agency operating in the national security and intelligence space. They deliver critical capabilities in cyber operations secure infrastructure and intelligence systems. This is a rare opportunity to contribute to a mission of nati...