Software Engineer | SA-DSTG
| Category: | Engineering |
| Position Type: | Permanent - Full Time |
| Attachments: | No File Attached |
| Application Close Date: | 10-Nov-2025 |
Job description
Software Engineering Specialist (GPGPU)
At BAE Systems Australia
- Do interesting work that MATTERS
- ENJOY what you do
- GROW your career
- Be YOU
We work in a thriving sector – one that puts us at the forefront of exciting and meaningful work. Every day we push boundaries to produce some of the world's most innovative and ground breaking technology. Individually we all contribute to our success. Collectively we make the impossible possible.
Recognised for delivering projects of global and national significance that help keep Australia safe, it is our shared passion that shapes our culture, and our people that make it a great place to work.
About the OPPORTUNITY
We are looking for an experienced Software Engineer to join our JORN team in Edinburgh Parks, South Australia.
Reporting to the Software Product Project Engineering Manager, you will join a team of Software Engineers in building the next generation Operations Centre for the world's most capable Over the Horizon Radar.
We are seeking an individual with experience in the following areas:
- High-performance computing
- Parallel computing
- GPGPU programming in CUDA (or equivalent)
- C++ programming
You will join the team as an individual contributor, getting hands-on writing software. Your specialised skill set will complement and enhance the Software Engineering teams' capabilities through collaborative development and peer-to-peer coaching activities.
You will have opportunity to work closely with our Defence customer, leveraging our industry-leading collaborative relationship with our end-user. As a part of our integrated product team, you will get direct experience with the system throughout the development lifecycle, including integration and testing events.
Focused initially on Software Development and Software Design, the right candidate will have the potential to extend into areas such as Algorithm Development and Software Architecture.
We embrace flexible work arrangements at BAE Systems Australia, such as working a 9-day fortnight.
About YOU
- Tertiary qualification in Software Engineering, Computer Science or similar degree is considered essential
- Demonstrated experience in parallel computing using GPUs is considered highly desirable
- Experience writing CUDA (or equivalent) software is considered highly desirable
- Experience in High-Performance Computing (HPC) is considered desirable
- Experienced in SW Engineering development within C++ domain is considered desirable
- Defence security clearance or eligibility to obtain NV1 clearance
- Eligibility to be cleared for International Traffic In Arms (ITAR) regulations
We believe in hiring for potential, we know that some candidates hesitate if they don't tick all the boxes. If this role interests you, but you don't meet all the criteria, we still encourage you to apply.
About US
You will be joining a workplace that truly cares about your wellbeing.
Our people are diverse and we value the variety of perspectives this brings, we know that a culture that is inclusive and fosters a sense of belonging is a place we can all make the most of our unique talents and be our best.
As Australia's largest defence company in a rapidly growing sector, you will be connected into a global team and encouraged to explore where your career might take you whether that is a traditional career path or squiggly one, there are infinite possibilities for you at BAE Systems Australia.
BAE Systems recognises the sacrifices of those who have served our Nation and their families. We support our veteran community through our internal veteran network (VetNet Australia) and strong charitable partnerships, internal offerings including reserve service leave, a Veteran Mentoring Program and other exclusive offerings available through our strategic partners.
We welcome applicants from all people regardless of sex, gender identity, race, ethnicity, disability, pregnancy, age, or other lived experience; and strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people for all positions.
We are proud to be recognised as an employer of choice for women by WORK180.
Awarded the 2024 Quarter 1 Benchmarcx Triple R- Excellence In Candidate Experience Certification. As a member of the Circle Back Initiative we commit to respond to every applicant.
To learn more about our competitive employee benefits, flexibility, other employment opportunities and what to expect from our recruitment process please visit: www.baesystemscareers.com.au
Clearances
As a Defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants must be Australian citizens and either possess or be eligible to obtain and maintain appropriate clearances. Further information regarding security clearances.
International Traffic In Arms Regulations (ITAR) are applicable and as such, your nationality may be a factor in determining your suitability for this role. Please visit this webpage for more information.
