About this Senior Software Engineer role at KBR
Title:
Senior Software EngineerAt KBR – We do things that matter.
We deliver science, technology and engineering solutions to governments and companies around the world. KBR employs approximately 38,000 people worldwide with customers in more than 80 countries and operations in over 29 countries.
KBR is proud to work with its customers across the globe to provide technology, value-added services, and long-term operations and maintenance services to ensure consistent delivery with predictable results. At KBR, We Deliver.
KBR in Australia
With over 65 years working on some of Australia’s largest and most complex projects, KBR has unmatched experience supporting the nation’s critical infrastructure, energy transition and national security priorities. KBR has around 2,000 employees throughout Australia, who are focused on delivering innovative technology and engineering solutions for a safer, more secure and sustainable future.
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Belong, Connect and Grow at KBR
At KBR, we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to, and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of team’s philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong, Connect and Grow. We Deliver – Together.
The Opportunity:
We have an exciting opportunity for a talented Senior Software Engineer to join our growing Mission Integration team. Based in either Canberra or Queensland, this exciting opportunity will see you contribute to the development of innovative software solutions that support some of Australia's most important Defence capabilities.
As a Senior Software Engineer, you will work closely with engineers, project managers and technical specialists throughout the software development lifecycle, playing a key role in designing, developing and implementing high-quality software solutions. Working within a collaborative Agile environment, you will help deliver cutting-edge capability outcomes while driving continuous improvement and technical excellence across projects.
This role offers the opportunity to work on complex, mission-critical systems that directly support Defence operations and future capability development.
Responsibilities:
- Developing high-quality software in accordance with relevant standards and processes.
- Contributing to all agile software development sprint events.
- Assisting with task decomposition and the estimation of work.
- Assisting with system testing as part of the development process, including performance and unit testing
- Assisting with system documentation.
- Representing KBR in a professional manner and adhering to KBR policies and practices as outlined in the Business Management System and Security documentation.
- Other tasks as directed by KBR management.
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
- Holds a Bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Science, Information Technology or a related field.
- Minimum 7 years of experience in a similar role.
- ASP.Net, C#, HTML, JavaScript.
- Microsoft SQL Server and Transact-SQL including Stored Procedures.
- Object Oriented Programming (OOP).
- Unit Testing.
- Azure DevOps (ADO/TFS)
- Experience developing in Microsoft Visual Studio.
- Experience developing using an agile methodology (Agile/Scrum).
- Experience working in a software development environment using the Microsoft software development & test product stack.
- Experience developing applications for Defence networks.
- Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Excellent organisation/prioritisation skills.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with technical and non-technical colleagues.
All candidates will be required to hold and maintain an active NV1 Defence Security Clearance. Only candidates holding a NV1 Clearance or above should apply.
What we will offer you:
- A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work
- Flexible working
- Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
- Paid parental leave
- Income protection
- Corporate rewards
- Salary packaging/Novated leasing
- Employee stock purchase plans
- Flu shots, skin checks and discounted private health insurance
- Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!
Please note. Shortlisting will take place as applications are received; therefore the advertisement may close early if a suitable candidate is identified.
As a Major Service Provider of the Australian Defence Force, an AGSVA security clearance will be required and compliance to International Traffic in Arms Regulations (ITAR). As such, our hiring decisions are based on the key requirements of each role and candidates are selected based on their unique strengths and experiences.
Notice to Third Parties/Recruitment Agencies: KBR Australia does not accept unsolicited resumes or any liability associated with fees or costs from recruitment agencies, search firms or third parties who have not been engaged directly on this job opportunity. Candidates interested in applying are welcome to submit their application online.
