The Role

Embedded Developers work in integrated teams responsible for tackling complex and unusual problems to protect Australia and its national interests.

Key Duties:

ASD 4, 5 & 6 Embedded Developers in OE Branch:

• Build, break and rebuild software and hardware in order to understand its inner workings;
• Design and develop bespoke capabilities to support ASD’s most critical missions using a variety of programming languages;
• Participate in technical reviews and quality assurance activities to maintain the security and integrity of production capabilities;
• Undertake research and development looking for innovative ways to solve problems and achieve outcomes;
• Collaborate and share knowledge with teams across the National Intelligence Community and with international partners.

ASD EL1 Embedded Developers in OE Branch:

• Build, break and rebuild software and hardware in order to understand its inner workings;
• Lead the design and development of bespoke capabilities to support ASDs most critical missions using a variety of programming languages;
• Provide technical leadership as members of integrated, agile teams;
• Mentor and develop existing and new staff;
• Complete code reviews and other quality control and testing activities to ensure the security and integrity of production capabilities;
• Undertake research and development looking for innovative ways to solve problems and achieve outcomes;
• Collaborate and share knowledge with teams across the National Intelligence Community and with international partners.

Further information can be found at: I’m changing my career | Australian Signals Directorate (asd.gov.au)

About our Team

The Operational Engineering (OE) Branch comprises high-performing, dynamic, multidisciplinary teams committed to enabling ASD’s missions in unique and exciting ways. Our people are highly skilled and work at the forefront of innovation to support mission requirements through their specialist skills in software, firmware and/or electronic development.

Application Closing Date: Sunday, 12 October 2025

For further information, please review the Information Packs on www.asd.gov.au/careers. Reference:

ASD/07886/25 - ASD EL1 Embedded Software Developer

ASD/07898/25 - ASD 4, 5 & 6 Embedded Software Developer