Duration

• 8-12 Months

The Position

In this role, students contribute to the design, development, and testing of complex software and embedded/firmware systems supporting defence operations. These roles provide hands-on experience across the software development lifecycle, including coding, debugging, testing, documentation, and contributing to process improvements. The work supports key software systems used in land operations, deployed across vehicles, headquarters, and other operational platforms.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and test software solutions according to design requirements and coding standards.
• Assist in software integration and verification activities, including debugging and troubleshooting.
• Document code, processes, and workflows, maintaining clear technical records.
• Support automated testing and develop scripts or test tools where applicable.
• Collaborate with engineers, systems engineers, and multidisciplinary teams across the organization.
• Participate in team planning, code reviews, and iterative development activities.
• Gain exposure to software development best practices and industry-standard tools and frameworks.

Requirements

• Currently pursuing a bachelor’s degree in Software Engineering, Computer Engineering, Computer Science, Systems Engineering, or a related technical/scientific discipline.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively both independently and in a team.
• Enthusiastic, willing to learn, and takes ownership of assigned work.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with programming languages such as C#, Java, Kotlin, Python, or C++.
• Exposure to version control systems (e.g., Git) and collaborative software development practices.
• Familiarity with software testing frameworks and automated testing tools, including unit testing.
• Experience with DevOps or CI/CD tools (e.g., Jenkins, GitLab CI/CD, Maven, Docker, Kubernetes, Ansible, Terraform).
• Experience with AI tools such as OpenWebUI, Ollama, and Tika.
• Experience with Android application development (e.g., Android Studio, Kotlin/Java, Gradle, mobile UI frameworks).
• Understanding of software development methodologies, such as Agile or iterative development.
• Knowledge of distributed systems, databases, or networked applications, including familiarity with computer networking.
• Experience with Make or related build systems.
• Experience working in Linux environments, including command-line interaction and scripting in Bash or PowerShell.

Benefits

• You’ll work alongside experienced professionals and some of the brightest minds in the defence sector, gaining hands-on experience with next-generation technologies. This is a place where your ideas are encouraged, creativity is valued, and you’ll be supported as you learn and help drive modern, practical solutions.
• Through onboarding to your career journey with us, you will work with teammates that are excited to share their experience and develop your skills. Have meaningful interactions, ask questions, and build relationships that can lead to lasting industry connections.

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