We’re working with a global leader in resilience and readiness software, supporting organisations across government, defence, and critical infrastructure sectors. With operations in over 70 countries and a growing APAC presence, our client is expanding their engineering capability in Australia – starting with this key hire.<br> <br><strong>The Opportunity</strong><br> As the first engineering hire in the APAC region, this is your chance to be a foundational team member. You’ll be the technical anchor on the ground, responsible for designing, implementing, and maintaining integrations between a sophisticated enterprise-grade platform and a range of external systems – including secure government environments and simulation technologies.<br> This isn’t just a local build role. You’ll be part of a global engineering team, helping drive the technical vision of a modular, event-driven system and contributing to integration efforts across international products and teams.<br> <br><strong>What We’re Looking For</strong><br> We’re after a senior engineer who thrives in complexity – someone who can map out unfamiliar systems, solve problems across environments, and communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You’ll be expected to:<br> <ul> <li>Independently lead major projects or key components from concept to delivery</li> <li>Break down complex problems and navigate trade-offs</li> <li>Deliver robust, scalable solutions – not just functional ones</li> <li>Collaborate across technical and product teams globally</li> <li>Anticipate risks and raise concerns early</li> </ul> <strong>Tech Requirements</strong><br> Your experience should reflect strong system integration expertise – this includes:<br> <ul> <li>API development and integration (REST, SOAP, XML, JSON)</li> <li>Backend development in Java (they’re a Java house – Python is also useful)</li> <li>Working with both SQL and NoSQL databases (MongoDB in use)</li> <li>Understanding system-level architecture, performance, and edge cases</li> <li>Familiarity with version control, configuration management, and test procedures</li> </ul> <strong>Bonus Points For:</strong><br> <ul> <li>Experience with GIS or simulation standards (e.g., ESRI, ArcGIS, HLA, DIS)</li> <li>Event-based system design and familiarity with Kafka or similar tools</li> <li>Exposure to CI/CD, containerisation, and cloud infrastructure</li> <li>Ability to work alongside frontend developers in an Angular codebase</li> </ul> <strong>Work Environment</strong><br> <ul> <li>Brisbane CBD office with hybrid work (typically 2 days from home)</li> <li>Flexibility around start/finish times due to international collaboration</li> <li>Occasional international travel (e.g., onboarding in Sweden, global events)</li> <li>Emphasis on collaboration and autonomy, not micromanagement</li> </ul> <strong>Why This Role?</strong><br> This is a rare chance to join a global product team at the ground level in APAC. You’ll have real ownership, a chance to shape technical strategy, and support from a highly collaborative international group. If you’re a backend engineer ready to lead, influence, and scale modern, secure systems – this one’s worth a conversation.<br><br>Due to the nature of the role only AU Citizens are eligible to apply. <br><br> At BLACKROC Recruitment, we are committed to fostering diversity, equity, and inclusion. We welcome applications from individuals of all backgrounds and experiences. If you require adjustments during the recruitment process, please don’t hesitate to reach out to the above-mentioned BLACKROC Consultant.
