SAABGROUP

DevOps Engineer

Adelaide - 21 Third Avenue Full time

The role

As part of our Chief Engineer group, the DevOps Engineer will deliver secure Space Domain products throughout the software engineering lifecycle. You will be responsible for the design, implementation and delivery of secure CI/CD pipelines, secure software tools, and monitoring and incident readiness across mainly cloud infrastructure, but also on-premises environments. You will work closely with and support the software, systems and cloud teams in the delivery of roadmap outcomes.

Further, the successful candidate will:

  • Continuously integrate and deploy Space Domain products to customer environments through the implementation of secure automated pipelines.
  • Monitoring and incident response of deployed products and applications and resolving issues to minimise downtime.
  • Design, implement, administer security tooling such as but not limited to vulnerability management, security testing and product operations monitoring.
  • Support cybersecurity framework assessments of products and provide security reports for auditing and compliance outcomes.
  • Maintain the required documentation suite for the DevOps environment and tooling.
  • Work closely with the engineering team to adopt a culture of shift left security, holistic automation and continuous security management.
  • Provide support to the engineering team in the execution of business development and stakeholder engagement activities;
  • Develop and maintain good working relationships with internal and external stakeholders
  • Provide general engineering support to supplement business areas or broader business needs where capability shortages exist.

Flexible work arrangements such as hybrid work from home / office and a 9-day fortnight will be considered for this role.

About you

Your education, skills and experience will include:

Essential Experience

  • Tertiary qualifications in software engineering, computer science, or related technical discipline
  • Experience in the following:
  • CI/CD tools, pipelines and automation
  • Application and infrastructure monitoring and incident response
  • Infrastructure as code tools
  • Linux support
  • Demonstrated understanding of the building and deployment of containerised applications.
  • Demonstrated understanding of the full software engineering lifecycle
  • Experience in producing and reviewing technical documentation
  • Well-developed communication skills (both written and oral).

Desirable Experience

  • Secure software tooling
  • Cloud platforms and Kubernetes
  • Understanding of secure software development and accreditation frameworks
  • Adoption of security early in the software development lifecycle.
  • GitLab deployment, management and integration.


As a defence security clearance is required for this role, applicants will be required to hold an Australian Defence Security Clearance preferably to NV1 level or have the ability to gain one.

About us

Saab Australia is a defence, security and cyber solutions provider, specialising in the development and integration of major defence and security systems. For over 35 years in Australia, we have built a reputation for delivering complex systems integration projects that provide proven and advanced capabilities to keep us ahead of today’s challenges.

From combat, communications, security and underwater systems, to mixed reality, cyber security and deployable health solutions, our extensive portfolio of products and services provide high-technology solutions for defence forces and civil industries across the globe.

Apply today to join our crew and deliver solutions with purpose!

What you will be part of

Explore a wealth of possibilities. Take on challenges, create smart inventions, and grow beyond. This is a place for curious minds, brave pioneers, and everyone in between. Together, we achieve the extraordinary, each bringing our unique perspectives. Your part matters.

Saab is a leading defence and security company with an enduring mission, to help nations keep their people and society safe. Empowered by its 26,000 talented people, Saab constantly pushes the boundaries of technology to create a safer and more sustainable world.

Saab designs, manufactures and maintains advanced systems in aeronautics, weapons, command and control, sensors and underwater systems. Saab is headquartered in Sweden. It has major operations all over the world and is part of the domestic defence capability of several nations. Read more about us here.

Culture and benefits

We employ over 1000 Australians and are committed to fostering a culture of excellence and enriching the employee experience.

By joining Saab, you’ll be a part of a collaborative and supportive organisation, where your professional growth and work-life balance are emphasised. You’ll work within an innovative and vibrant workplace, while having the opportunity to develop a long-term, fulfilling career.

As a valued team member of Saab Australia, you’ll access a variety of perks and benefits to support you and your family including:

  • 6 weeks paid leave each year
  • 14% superannuation
  • Free Income Protection Insurance
  • Flexible working options
  • Access to the Saab shares matching scheme
  • Access to MySaab - our online store offering everything from cash back at hundreds of stores to discounts from exclusive partners

For further information about a career at Saab, visit the page adjacent: https://www.saab.com/markets/australia/careers/saab-life

Applications

Click ‘Apply’ to submit your CV and cover letter in support of your application. Kindly observe that this is an ongoing recruitment process and in exceptional circumstances, the position might be filled before the closing date of the advertisement. We encourage applications as early as possible to avoid disappointment.

By submitting an application to Saab, you consent to undertaking workforce screening activities including, but not limited to, reference checks, Australian Federal Police check, verification of working rights and qualifications, sanctions screening and a pre-employment medical declaration.

Saab Australia is an Equal Opportunity Employer and encourages Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islanders to apply. We also welcome applications from individuals with culturally diverse backgrounds.

Saab Australia is a nationally recognised Veteran Employer of Choice that welcomes the interest of ex-service members, veterans and their families.