Senior Software Engineer (TSPV Required)

Senior Software Engineer - Perm

Location: Canberra / Melbourne CBD / Scoresby (VIC)
Work type: Onsite, full-time
Package: Up to $180,000 inc. super (guide)
Security: Must hold active TSPV (and be eligible to obtain/maintain additional agency-specific access)

We're partnering confidentially with a major defence / national security aligned organisation delivering mission-critical platforms and networks that support high-impact outcomes.

This is a chance to join a high-performing engineering team working on a large-scale information integration program, where secure engineering practices, quality delivery, and modern tooling are non-negotiable.

You'll work across the full SDLC and contribute to design and delivery of secure, enterprise-grade solutions. Responsibilities will include:

• Leading and contributing to solution design, prototyping, and engineering approach selection
• Translating requirements into technical deliverables in collaboration with systems/engineering stakeholders
• Hands-on development, unit/integration testing, and support through release/deployment
• Promoting and embedding engineering best practices (secure coding, quality, CI/CD)
• Mentoring and supporting junior engineers where needed

To be successful, you'll bring strong software engineering fundamentals plus solid delivery experience in complex environments, including:

• Strong commercial experience with Java and JavaScript
• Experience building API services and working with enterprise integration patterns
• Working knowledge of DevOps / CI/CD, plus tools such as Docker and Kubernetes
• Experience with Agile delivery (Agile / Kanban)
• Comfort working with tools like Jira and Confluence
• Exposure to geospatial systems is highly regarded

Eligibility (essential):

• Australian Citizen
• Active TSPV clearance (this is non-negotiable for this program)

• Work on genuinely high-impact, mission-critical systems
• Strong engineering culture with modern tooling and processes

If you meet the clearance requirement and want to explore details (team, tech stack, program scope), reach out to Brianna Bailey at Talenza for a confidential discussion.