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Cleared Recruitment are supporting a privately owned Australian Defence technology company seeking multiple Software Engineers across various levels of experience, from experienced engineers through to senior technical specialists, who hold baseline clearance or above. (Australian citizens may be considered) These are exciting opportunities to work on meaningful Defence projects, developing sophisticated software solutions across modelling, simulation, and mission-critical systems. You will contribute to the design, development, and delivery of advanced software capabilities supporting Australia's future Defence needs. Skills & Experience Essential Strong software engineering experience with the ability to design, develop, test, and document clean, maintainable code Proficiency in programming languages including C++, C#, Java, and/or Python Experience developing applications across Windows and/or Linux environments Strong problem-solving, analytical, and reasoning skills Experience working across the software development lifecycle Experience with Defence systems or complex technical environments, including areas such as: Weapons systems Electronic Warfare Command and Control systems Flight systems Modelling and simulation Desirable Experience developing distributed and networked software systems Experience with software integration and working across complex technical environments Exposure to Artificial Intelligence (AI), Large Language Models (LLMs), intelligent systems, or AI-enabled software applications Experience with microservices, virtualisation, and containerisation technologies Familiarity with Atlassian tooling including Jira, Confluence, and Bitbucket Experience working within Agile development and testing methodologies Candidates with a willingness and eligibility to upgrade to TSPV clearance will be highly regarded. Benefits Experience fulfilling and captivating tasks within an environment that fosters growth and support in a dynamic and expanding organization. Enjoy a vibrant and supportive workplace culture that thrives on engagement, creating a stimulating atmosphere. Benefit from a 37.5-hour workweek complemented by flexible hybrid work arrangements, emphasising a harmonious work-life balance. Recognize the value placed on professional development and receive competitive remuneration for your contributions. It's an opportunity for interesting and rewarding work in a setting that values your well-being and career growth. At Cleared, we provide tailored recruitment solutions to individuals seeking their next opportunity and to organisations searching for talent within Defence Industry, Intelligence and National Security.
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That number is real. WorkMundi's database shows 144,883 open engineer roles across the world. India has the most with 31,687 jobs, followed by the United States with 30,084. If you just finished reading one job ad and felt paralyzed by choice, you're not alone—but this scale is actually an advantage. It means you can afford to be selective.
Start by geography and language. The majority of engineer ads—117,837 of them—have the job posting text written in English. Use that as one filter, but remember: the ad text language tells you nothing about whether the role actually requires you to speak English day-to-day. Read the job description carefully. Then check which countries have the volume you're targeting. Singapore, Poland, and Australia round out the top five after India and the US.
Next, learn who's hiring. Accenture has posted 2,801 engineer roles. andurilindustries, speechify, and jobgether are also actively recruiting. If you're applying to one of these names, research their hiring patterns and interview style before you apply. That homework pays off.
When you interview, expect the question every engineer hears: 'Tell me about a time you had to debug a problem that wasn't in your job description.' Have a specific story ready—not a general one. Name the tools, the deadline pressure, and what you learned. Hiring managers listen for whether you see problem-solving as part of the role itself, not a favour.