About the OpportunityBased in Henderson, the Software Developer will be responsible for enhancing and supporting Austal’s ICT systems, driving improvements to existing business applications, and developing scalable solutions. The role requires an analytical thinker who can architect simple, effective answers to complex technical challenges.About AustalAustal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers. Learn more at austal.com/ssaThis is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now. What’s Involved Produce clean, efficient, well structured code that meets team standards and requirements. Code is readable, documented, version controlled, and passes static analysis, unit testing, and manual testing before deployment.Troubleshoot, debug, and modernise existing systems, including working with legacy technology stacks and planning effective migration paths.Contribute to current projects and proactively recommend improvements as issues or opportunities arise.Work autonomously and engage confidently with stakeholders, gathering requirements, taking initiative to solve complex problems, and presenting or implementing appropriate technical solutions.Provide guidance and mentorship to the team, supporting developers at all levels and contributing to the design of robust, scalable solutions to ongoing technical challengesYou’ll Need Diploma or Bachelors degree in IT (ie. Diploma of IT, Bachelor of Computer Science) or proven experience as a senior developerExperience with C#  and .NET web applicationsDemonstrated experience in analysis, preparation and presentation of dataLegacy code stacks VB / webforms (desirable)Cloud familiarity (desirable)Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance Why Join Us?Competitive compensation and benefits package.Professional development and training opportunities.A supportive and dynamic work environment.Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia AUD Henderson 6166

Software Developer

About the Opportunity

Based in Henderson, the Software Developer will be responsible for enhancing and supporting Austal’s ICT systems, driving improvements to existing business applications, and developing scalable solutions. The role requires an analytical thinker who can architect simple, effective answers to complex technical challenges.

About Austal

Austal is Australia’s global shipbuilder, Defence prime contractor; and maritime technology partner of choice. We design, construct, and support defence and commercial vessels for the world’s leading operators with operations spanning Australia, the USA, Philippines, and Vietnam. With operations spanning multiple sites, Austal offers diverse career opportunities in trades, maintenance, engineering support, project services, corporate functions and operational delivery.

Under the Strategic Shipbuilding Agreement, Austal is leading a new era of continuous naval shipbuilding in Western Australia. We’re driving innovation, supporting sovereign capability, and creating long-term opportunities for Australian industry and workers.

Learn more at austal.com/ssa

This is your opportunity to contribute to projects of national significance. The maritime is now.

What’s Involved

  • Produce clean, efficient, well structured code that meets team standards and requirements. Code is readable, documented, version controlled, and passes static analysis, unit testing, and manual testing before deployment.
  • Troubleshoot, debug, and modernise existing systems, including working with legacy technology stacks and planning effective migration paths.
  • Contribute to current projects and proactively recommend improvements as issues or opportunities arise.
  • Work autonomously and engage confidently with stakeholders, gathering requirements, taking initiative to solve complex problems, and presenting or implementing appropriate technical solutions.
  • Provide guidance and mentorship to the team, supporting developers at all levels and contributing to the design of robust, scalable solutions to ongoing technical challenges

You’ll Need 

  • Diploma or Bachelors degree in IT (ie. Diploma of IT, Bachelor of Computer Science) or proven experience as a senior developer
  • Experience with C#  and .NET web applications
  • Demonstrated experience in analysis, preparation and presentation of data
  • Legacy code stacks VB / webforms (desirable)
  • Cloud familiarity (desirable)
  • Eligibility for a Defence Security Clearance

Why Join Us?

  • Competitive compensation and benefits package.
  • Professional development and training opportunities.
  • A supportive and dynamic work environment.
  • Opportunities for career advancement within our growing organisation.

At Austal we are committed to providing a safe and inclusive work environment for all. We believe that achieving greater diversity will enhance our operations and as such we actively encourage Aboriginal & Torres Strait Islanders, people of all backgrounds, ages, sexual orientation, and those with Disability to apply. Veterans are also encouraged to apply.

Learn more at Careers at Austal Australia | Austal: Australia

  • Posted Date 12 May 2026
  • Location Henderson
    WA / Australia
  • Industry Information & Communication Technology
  • Job Type Full Time
  • Salary Not provided