Full Stack Software Developer

C4i Solutions

About the Role

Join a team delivering mission-critical technology solutions that support Australian Defence capability. As a Full Stack Software Developer, you will play a key role in designing, developing, and maintaining secure, scalable, and high-performing software applications that underpin Defence systems and operational capabilities. Working alongside software, systems, cyber, and infrastructure specialists, you will develop intuitive front-end interfaces and robust back-end services while contributing to the full software development lifecycle. This is an opportunity to apply your technical expertise to meaningful work that strengthens Australia's national security while advancing your career in a collaborative, innovative, and technically challenging environment. Based in Canberra, you will be part of a collaborative and dynamic team with clear pathways to develop into senior systems engineering and cyber security roles.

About the role

Design, develop, test, and maintain secure, scalable, and high-performance software applications that support Australian Defence capability.
Develop modern, responsive front-end user interfaces and robust back-end services using contemporary software development frameworks and technologies.
Analyse functional and technical requirements and translate them into robust, maintainable, and high-quality software solutions.
Design, develop, and integrate RESTful APIs, microservices, and database solutions to support distributed and mission-critical applications.
Participate in the full Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC), including solution design, development, testing, deployment, maintenance, and continuous improvement.
Write clean, efficient, well-documented code while adhering to software engineering best practices, secure coding standards, and quality assurance processes.
Develop, integrate, test, and support software solutions throughout the software development lifecycle, ensuring quality, performance, and maintainability.
Collaborate with Software Engineers, Systems Engineers, DevOps Engineers, Cyber Security specialists, and project stakeholders to deliver integrated software solutions.
Participate in Agile development practices, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, code reviews, and continuous integration activities.
Continuously improve application performance, usability, security, and maintainability through ongoing optimisation, refactoring, and adoption of modern development practices.

About you

Australian Citizen (required for Defence projects) with a min AGSVA NV1 clearance. The ability to obtain a Negative Vetting 2 (NV2) security clearance is preferred.
Demonstrated experience as a Full Stack Software Developer, Software Engineer, or Application Developer delivering enterprise or mission-critical software solutions.
Strong experience developing modern front-end applications using technologies such as React, Angular, Vue.js, JavaScript, TypeScript, HTML5, and CSS3.
Experience developing back-end applications using technologies such as .NET/C#, Java, Python, Node.js, or similar programming languages.
Experience designing, developing, and integrating RESTful APIs, web services, and microservices architectures.
Strong understanding of relational and/or NoSQL databases, including technologies such as SQL Server, PostgreSQL, Oracle, or MongoDB.
Experience using source control, CI/CD pipelines, and development tools such as Git, Azure DevOps, GitHub, GitLab, or Jenkins.
Sound understanding of software engineering principles, including object-oriented design, secure coding practices, automated testing, and code review processes. Excellent stakeholder engagement, problem-solving, and communication skills.
Self-starter who takes the initiative with excellent problem-solving skills and brings a solution first mindset.
A high level of communication both written and verbal.
Ability to work either individually or as part of a broader team.

Why Join Us?

Veteran-Focused: As a Veteran-owned and operated company, we value your service. Our Veteran Career Development Program is designed to support your transition and future career growth. Defence Veterans are strongly encouraged to apply.
People First: Were a company that puts people at the centre. Fostering a culture of wellbeing, engagement, and respect for your unique skills.
A Culture That Values You: Be part of a passionate, supportive, and growing team that recognises your contribution and rewards success.
And we like to keep things real. We work hard, support each other, and make space for a laugh along the way.

Benefits We Offer

Long Service Leave @ 7 years: Take long service leave after 7 years' service (Pro-rata).
Health & wellbeing allowance: Our annual Health & Wellbeing allowance ($250) helps you stay fit and healthy.
First year leave (5 days): We offer 5 additional leave days in your first year to help you settle in!
Birthday leave: We know your birthday is a special day! Take the day off and relax on us!
Higher Education Subsidy: Obtain a higher qualification relevant to your role while working with us and receive a $2500 contribution annually. This includes certification fees on digital learning courses.
Veteran Engagement: At C4i Solutions, we understand that leaving the ADF can be a daunting time. We've been there, as we know from our own experience. Our Veteran Career Development Program offers a range of support and development activities for ADF veterans and their partners, so that your transition from the ADF is seamless and supported.
Service Awards: We acknowledge your service with us through 1, 5, and 10-year awards.
Employee Recognition: We reward our people when they go above and beyond.
Donate for a Cause: Donate to a charity of your choice and we'll match it up to a value of $200!
PLUS, much more!

Be you, with us:

If you're looking for a workplace where your skills, experience, and dedication are genuinely valued we'd love to hear from you. We are a close-knit team of veterans, problem-solvers, tech heads, dads, mums, soccer coaches, and weekend adventurers who love what we do, like to have a bit of fun, and don't take ourselves too seriously. What brings us together is a passion for doing great work that makes a real difference to those who serve.

If this sounds like your kind of team, apply now. We'd love to hear from you.