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Software DeveloperAbout KBR:
At 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.
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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.
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
Summary of Project
We are seeking talented, motivated professionals to join our new Accelerator Project dedicated to designing and delivering a modern, cloud‑deployed reference architecture for operational software systems. This is a hands‑on and high‑impact initiative that will directly influence how our organisation approaches large‑scale system deployment, configuration management, and operational resilience.
Summary of role
As a Software Developer you will play a key role in implementing the platform, realising the reference architecture, and building the demonstrators that validate and exercise the design. We encourage applications from strong software engineers with technical capability, relevant experience, and a commitment to continual learning.
This is a permanent full-time opportunity and can be based in either Adelaide, Canberra, Melbourne, Sydney or Brisbane.
Responsibilities
Implement platform components and features based on the reference architecture.
Build demonstrators and prototypes to validate architectural decisions.
Work collaboratively within a small, hands‑on team to deliver high‑quality software.
Apply your technical specialisation to strengthen core platform capabilities.
Develop within a cloud‑native, Kubernetes‑based environment using modern DevSecOps and Git‑driven workflows.
Use and help evaluate emerging AI‑assisted development tools.
Write secure, testable, maintainable code aligned with DevSecOps practices.
Contribute to architectural discussions with practical implementation insight.
Document code and share knowledge effectively.
Continuously learn and adapt as requirements evolve.
Qualifications, Skills and Experience
As the ideal candidate you will bring:
Implement platform components and features based on the reference architecture.
Build demonstrators and prototypes to validate architectural decisions.
Work collaboratively within a small, hands‑on team to deliver high‑quality software.
Apply your technical specialisation to strengthen core platform capabilities.
Develop within a cloud‑native, Kubernetes‑based environment using modern DevSecOps and Git‑driven workflows.
Use and help evaluate emerging AI‑assisted development tools.
Write secure, testable, maintainable code aligned with DevSecOps practices.
Contribute to architectural discussions with practical implementation insight.
Document code and share knowledge effectively.
Continuously learn and adapt as requirements evolve.
Candidates holding an NV1 Clearance preferred.
Benefits of KBR
A workplace culture certified as a Great Place To Work (Aus, India, UK & US)
Flexible working conditions
Competitive salary (including annual reviews)
Paid Parental leave
Paid Reservist leave
Income protection
Corporate rewards
Salary packaging/Novated leasing
Discounted employee stock purchase plans
Flu shots, skin checks and private health insurance discounts
Career development: Online learning, mentorship and career pathways
If you’re ready to shape tomorrow, let’s get started. Apply Now!
KBR acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of Country throughout Australia and their continuing connections to land, sea, community and culture. We pay our respects to Elders past and present.
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.
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