Software Engineer

About the Team

The software development team is responsible for the design, development and integration of C4ISR systems for Rheinmetall Defence Australia customers. Located in Redbank Queensland at the Military Vehicle Centre of Excellence (MILVEHCOE) and also in Fortitude Valley. The team consists of 15 experienced engineers working on delivery of vehicle systems and supporting components.

About the Role

The Software Engineer must be able to demonstrate soft skills including leadership, mentoring, communicating complex ideas to a diverse audience, and conflict management and resolution.

The Software Engineer must be experienced with the complete software development lifecycle, multiple software development methodologies, software configuration management, and coding languages.

This is a 12-month contract working Full-Time hours. 

Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand customer needs and requirements;
• Recommend solutions and lead the construction of prototypes using a variety of languages and design tools;
• Design and develop quality production software and software systems;
• Develop and maintain software support documents including plans, requirements, design documentation and test reports;
• Mentor other software engineers; and
• Fulfil other duties that may be required as agreed with manager or lead from time to time.

What are we looking for?

Rheinmetall seeks applicants who exemplify our Company’s values of Safety, Partnering, Openness, Respect and Trust (SPORT). This creates a workplace environment where employees value each other, live up to their promises and communicate openly.

The experience and skillset best suited to this role includes: 

• Tertiary qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science, IT, Mechatronics, Aerospace or equivalent;
• At least 5 years’ experience in software development;
• High level of proficiency in C++ and Python in a Linux environment;
• Hold or be eligible to obtain NV1 Australian Security Clearance;
• Willingness and ability to travel interstate and internationally when required; and
• Excellent written English skills Must hold or be eligible to obtain an Australian Government Security Clearance (must hold Australian Citizenship).

• Work as part of a team with real purpose in what we do;
• Attractive remuneration packages with salary sacrificing and novated leases;
• Access to exclusive employee discounts with over 400 retailers in Australia to help cost of living;
• On-site subsidised café with themed days and multiple dietary options;
• Long weekends every second week with a 9 day working fortnight;
• Opportunity to work on major projects within our Vehicle Systems (Logistic, Tactical Wheeled, Tactical Tracked), Electronic Solutions, Weapon & Ammunition Divisions);
• Generous internal incentive and referral program;
• Genuine career development and progression opportunities;
• Extensive Employee Assistance Program to support overall health and wellbeing; and
• We are proud to be recognised as an Endorsed Employer for All Women by WORK180.

RDA Talent Acquisition Team

Recruitment.Australia@rheinmetall.com.au

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Applications will close on 6th of June 2024