Software Services Engineer II

Job Description

All Orbits, All Planets – Join us on our journey

Gilmour Space is the leading Australian rocket company, pioneering next-generation hybrid propulsion technologies for small satellite launch vehicles.

Are you a creative and experienced Software Services Engineer II looking for a dynamic role where your skills will make a real impact? Have you ever dreamt of building rockets right here in Australia? Well now’s your chance! Gilmour Space is seeking 2x talented individuals to join our innovative team to send rockets to Space! Conveniently located between Brisbane and the Gold Coast, our new state-of-the-art facility, purpose-built for designing and manufacturing rockets in-house, is equipped with the latest technology and tools, providing an ideal environment for innovation and excellence. So, what are you waiting for? Join us and be a part of a forward-thinking team dedicated to pushing the boundaries of space exploration and let’s send Australia to Space together!

How you will contribute to our mission in getting Australia to space:

The below is designed to give you an idea of the role you will play. There will be many more exciting and innovative things to do.

  • Contributing as part of a team of Software Engineers to develop and maintain scalable web services that support the design and operation of launch vehicles and satellites.
  • Where applicable, conducting junior leadership responsibilities (where technical authority is not required)
  • Participate in the development of Software engineering designs, processes and activities
  • Take responsibility as a Responsible Engineer for software systems
  • Conduct technical assessments, including concept studies, trade studies, analysis of COTS solutions and estimates for Research and Development
  • Adhere to and participate in product development engineering processes, including requirements definition, preliminary and detailed design, review, procurement, assembly, integration and verification / validation
  • Support Software unit and integration testing and operations (may include travel to remote sites)
  • Supporting investigations, troubleshooting, modifications and fixes.
  • Support R&D activities.
  • Contribute to Software engineering production activities related to launch vehicles and satellite product lines.
  • Coordinate with the Mechanical, Propulsion and Manufacturing engineering departments as well as the Production organisation
  • Engaging with external suppliers, subcontractors and stakeholders
  • Ensuring that engineering activities are conducted and documented in accordance with Gilmour Space policies, plans and procedures
  • Other duties as requested by Management

Mandatory Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

  • Bachelor’s degree in software, Computer Science, or a related field. Alternatively, demonstrated ability and experience equivalent to degree level is well regarded. 
  • 2+ years of experience in professional Software design engineering settings (excluding internships)
  • Familiarity with developing full-stack, production-quality applications.
  • Experience with Golang, Python, JavaScript, TypeScript, C/C++.
  • Familiarity with containerization, microservices, and virtual machines.
  • Experience creating RESTful, gRPC and GraphQL APIs.
  • Experience developing unit and integration tests.
  • Ability to operate in dynamic, fast-paced environments and demonstrate resilience in high-stress situations.
  • NV1 Security Clearance eligible preferred

Desired Qualifications, Skills and Experience:

We recognise you may not meet all of the below, but don’t let that deter you. We are always looking for hard workers to join our team, so what are you waiting for? Let’s send Australia to space!

  • Familiarity with relational, non-relational, and time-series databases.
  • Experience using front-end development frameworks (Vue.js, React, etc.).
  • Understanding web deployment infrastructure such as load balancing etc.
  • Appreciation for message protocols such as MQTT.
  • Experience with Git workflows.
  • Experience conducting DevOps activities (managing infrastructure, developing CI/CD capabilities).
  • Familiarity with Agile management frameworks.
  • Understanding of systems engineering practices.
  • Ability to work in a high-paced, challenging work environment.
  • Ability to work efficiently in a team environment with a desire to assist other team members in the day-to-day running of the department.
  • The ability to work independently and part of teams.

How to Apply:

Applicants must be an Australian Citizen/Permanent Resident or have an appropriate Australian work visa or work entitlements.

If you are a proactive team player with a passion to get Australia to space and a desire to succeed, please apply now by clicking the apply button and including your resume and cover letter or head to our website: CAREER | Gilmour Space Technologies | Rocket launch provider (gspace.com). 

Gilmour Space Technologies is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. We strongly encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples for all positions.