Software Engineer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

We have a great opportunity for a Software Engineer to join our Perth Digital Competence Center (DCC) - Be part of a specialist software team delivering technical solutions into the Land, Sea, Air and Space domains. Our software runs critical systems that make the world a safer and more secure place. From Java client and server applications backed by SQL Server, to NodeJS applications written in Typescript and Angular webapps in the cloud. We work with a variety of tech stacks to deliver information to where it is needed.

As a Software Engineer, you'll be involved throughout the Software Development Lifecycle, from design through to implementation, testing and deployment.
Whether you are just looking for something different, or to begin a fulfilling career, Thales will be able to provide interesting opportunities, flexibility and support to achieve a suitable work life balance.

Join a team where you can discover engineering best practices for software and cyber secure systems.

OUR BENEFITS

• Competitive Remuneration + Super
• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS.
• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)
• Modernised Paid Parental Leave
• Veterans Leave
• Novated Lease options
• Family support through our partnership with Parents at Work
• Personal & professional training development opportunities

KEY KNOWLEDGE AND EXPERIENCE 
To be successful in your role, you will have demonstrated and/or acquired the following knowledge and experience:

• Software development methodologies, software architecture and best practice
• Java and exposure to other high level languages and frameworks (e.g. C#, C/C++,Python, HTML, CSS, Angular, JavaScript, TypeScript, React, Node.js, GraphQL)

Desirable:

• UI and UX design 
• DevOps and CI/CD pipelines
• Containerisation with Docker or Podman and orchestration with Kubernetes
• Cloud solution deployment and orchestration
• Full-stack development
• Databases (SQL or NoSQL)

QUALIFICATIONS

• Tertiary qualification in Computer Science, Information Technology, Software Engineering or a related Engineering Discipline
• Australian Citizenship and eligible for security clearance

It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

Read more about our WORK180 endorsement.