Are you a seasoned software engineering professional with deep expertise in Archer IRM platforms and a passion for delivering impactful solutions? This is your opportunity to contribute to vital government services by supporting cutting-edge security and risk management platforms. We are seeking at least four highly skilled Principal Archer Software Engineers to join a dynamic team, working on initiatives that empower millions of Australians every day. Be part of a purpose-driven organisation committed to leveraging technology to make a real difference.
Role Overview
As a Principal Archer Software Engineer, you will be instrumental in supporting and enhancing the Archer IRM platform and associated solutions. Your responsibilities will include designing and developing new capabilities, improving existing solutions, performing maintenance activities, and ensuring robustness through thorough testing and defect remediation. Working within an agile environment, you will collaborate closely with project teams, contribute to sprint planning, and deliver solutions that meet complex business requirements. This role offers a unique chance to engage with modern cybersecurity frameworks, build custom applications, and optimise data management on a large scale, while supporting Australia’s government agencies.
Key Skills and Qualifications
- Extensive hands-on experience with Archer IRM platform core features, including application installation, setup, configuration, and customisation of workflows, dashboards, reports, and data feeds
- Proven ability to build and manage solutions within Archer including user authentication, access controls, permissions, LDAP integrations, and advanced workflows
- Strong expertise in developing and managing API integrations, data models, and handling large datasets efficiently (tens of millions of records)
- Practical experience in configuring system integrations via Archer API, REST APIs, and data publication services
- Familiarity with agile project methodologies, JIRA for backlog management, and developer planning
- Sound knowledge of cyber security frameworks such as PSPF, ISM, NIST, and the Essential 8 Strategies
- Ability to troubleshoot and optimise Archer IRM load balancing, workload management, and performance tuning
Nice to Have Skills
- Knowledge of Elastic and Hadoop systems
- Archer IRM certification (beneficial but not mandatory)
- Experience with Auth Broker technology and Jira advanced features
- Exposure to automation, scripting, and manual data ingestion processes
Preferred Education and Experience
- Degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Cyber Security or equivalent
- Minimum of 5 years experience in system engineering, application development, or platform administration within Archer IRM environments
- Prior experience working within government or large enterprise settings, supporting security and risk management solutions
Other Requirements
- Ability to obtain and maintain Baseline Security Clearance
- Willingness to work onsite at Canberra for the initial six weeks, then adopt a hybrid working arrangement within reasonable proximity to Canberra, Melbourne, or Adelaide
- 12 months contract with 24 months extension option
This is a fantastic opportunity to apply your high-level Archer IRM expertise in a role that influences government service delivery. If you are ready to make a meaningful impact, thrive in a collaborative agile environment, and meet the security and technical criteria, we encourage you to apply now. Help us shape Australia’s digital future by joining a team dedicated to innovative, safe, and reliable government platforms.
To be considered for the role click the 'apply' button or for more information about this and other opportunities please contact Irina Alrogi on +61 (0)2 6151 9203 or email: ialrogi@paxus.com.au and quote the above job reference number.
Paxus values diversity and welcomes applications from Indigenous Australians, people from diverse cultural and linguistic backgrounds and people living with a disability. If you require an adjustment to the recruitment process, including the application form in an alternate format, please contact me on the above contact details.
