Systems & Software Engineer – Digital Integration

  • Canberra CBD
  • Contract
  • Thu May 14 01:35:33 2026
  • BBBH2042

This role is ideal for a technically strong engineer with deep expertise in System Architecture, systems integration, and defence-related ICT environments. The successful candidate will work closely with stakeholders, engineering teams, and government representatives to provide technical guidance and architectural oversight across critical digital integration projects.

Key Responsibilities

  • Provide technical leadership and advisory services for defence digital network integration initiatives
  • Develop and review system architecture designs, interface specifications, and integration strategies
  • Support systems engineering activities across the project lifecycle, including requirements analysis, verification, and validation
  • Collaborate with multidisciplinary engineering and program teams to ensure interoperability and mission alignment
  • Assess technical risks, dependencies, and integration impacts across complex environments
  • Contribute to architecture governance, technical documentation, and engineering decision-making
  • Ensure solutions align with government security, compliance, and operational requirements


Essential Skills & Experience

  • Proven experience as a Systems Engineer, Software Engineer, or Systems Architect within complex ICT or defence environments
  • Strong knowledge of:
    • System Architecture and Design
    • Digital Network Integration
    • Systems Engineering methodologies
    • Enterprise or mission-critical ICT systems
    • Software and hardware integration principles
  • Experience working within defence, government, or highly regulated environments
  • Strong stakeholder engagement and technical communication skills
  • Ability to work effectively within integrated project teams


Security Requirements

  • Minimum NV1 Security Clearance required
  • Candidates must be eligible to work within secure government environments


Work Arrangement

  • Full-time on-site role
  • Due to the nature of the work, remote or hybrid arrangements are not available


Why Apply?

  • Opportunity to contribute to nationally significant defence capability projects
  • Work alongside highly skilled engineering and technical professionals
  • Long-term program stability and career growth opportunities
  • Exposure to cutting-edge defence and digital integration technologies


If you are looking for an opportunity in which you can contribute to a high-profile Defence capability uplift program ensuring Australia’s ongoing security and prosperity.

Apply now or call for a confidential conversation.