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Join to apply for the Software Architect (AU) role at DroneShield1 day ago Be among the first 25 applicantsJoin to apply for the Software Architect (AU) role at DroneShieldWork with cutting edge technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some of world''s most challenging technical problems in the Electronic Warfare, Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning, RF sensing, Sensor Fusion and distributed systems. Working with high profile customers across militaries, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure, law enforcement and many others.With one of the largest listed defence company market capitalisations in Australia and having raised approximately $250m in 2024 alone, DroneShield is undergoing hypergrowth stage, fuelled by rapidly increasing use of drones for nefarious applications, from battlefield, to terrorism, to contraband delivery and commercial espionage.This role is in the DroneShield Sydney headquarters in Sydney CBD. There are approximately 320 staff based in the 4,000sqm facility today, scheduled to grow to approximately 330 staff by end of 2025. Overseas on the ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Denmark, Germany and Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70 countries globally.About the roleDroneShield is seeking a Software Architect with relevant experience to join the team in Sydney, NSW. The position will report to the VP of Embedded Systems. The primary focus of the role is to work with existing software engineering teams to ensure software solutions are well designed, testable and fit for purpose. You will work closely with the software engineering and embedded teams to design new software systems and to address issues with existing systems, by promoting best practices and implementing processes within teams to improve software quality. A large part of this role will be communicating with software, hardware and algorithm engineers. You should be comfortable presenting ideas in formal and informal settings.This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-driven individual in a rapidly expanding market.Responsibilities, Duties and ExpectationsDesign and lead the architecture for embedded Linux-based systemsDocumentation of software architecture, processes, and policiesDevelop and demonstrate proof of conceptsEncourage best practises across teams of multi-disciplinary engineersProvide guidance and mentorship to team membersEnsure testability and improve existing test coverage and test mechanismsQualifications, Experience and SkillsBachelor"s degree in computer science, Software Enginering or similar field of study, or equivalent practical experienceMinimum 5 years'' of software development experienceExperience in architecture design for extensible software solutionsExperience of multi-process serviced based architectures (including IPC mechanisms)Familiarity with developing under Linux (embedded Linux would be advantageous)Proficiency with multiple languages, especially Python, C++ and GoDevelopment tools including Git, Jira, Confluence, and CICD pipelinesExposure to RF, FPGA and DSP technologies would be advantageousNote for recruitment agencies: we do not accept floated candidates from external recruiters unless they were instructed to do so.Seniority levelSeniority levelMid-Senior levelEmployment typeEmployment typeFull-timeJob functionJob functionInformation TechnologyIndustriesDefense and Space ManufacturingReferrals increase your chances of interviewing at DroneShield by 2xGet notified about new Software Architect jobs in Sydney, New South Wales, Australia.Senior Software Engineering Manager (Relocation to Bangkok)Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 8 hours agoHead of Software Engineering & ArchitectureSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSenior Solutions Architect (m/f/d) - APACSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 month agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoNorth Sydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoTechnical Architect Full Stack & Cloud SolutionsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 1 day agoTechnical architect/ Technical lead/ developerSydney, New South Wales, Australia 3 days agoFrontend Software Engineer Graduate, Trust and Safety Engineering - 2026 StartSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$170,000.00-A$180,000.00 4 days agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 15 hours agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSolutions Architect, Telco, Media, Entertainment, Gaming, SportsSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia A$80.00-A$125.00 4 days agoSenior Solutions Architect - Dayforce HCMParramatta, New South Wales, Australia 1 week agoSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoChapter Lead - Credit Cards Software EngineeringSydney, New South Wales, Australia 2 weeks agoSoftware Engineer Graduate (LiveStreaming Player, C++) - 2026 Start (BS/MS)Were unlocking community knowledge in a new way. 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