Graduate Software Engineer

At Thales, we know technology has the ability to make our world more secure, sustainable, and inclusive – and that it’s all driven by human intelligence.

Because it takes human intelligence to build and power the systems and solutions that people depend on every day. So we stay curious and make space for diverse points of view. We share what we know and we challenge what’s possible.

From manufacturing and engineering to cybersecurity and space, we’re driving progress in some of the world’s most important industries – and working together to build a future we can all trust.

Our program focuses on developing talented graduates to help us deliver tomorrows high-tech solutions. Over the 18 months you will engage in on-the-job training, mentoring, a graduate project and structured learning modules.

There will be opportunities not only to become an expert in your discipline but also learn from the wider Thales business, gaining valuable exposure to a wide range of Thales leading solutions.  

Benefits @ Thales

• Competitive remuneration + Super + Profit Share

• Fitness Passport Discount – Access to a network of Gyms across AUS from $15 P/W

• Employee discounts with a number of affiliates (Travel, Car hire, Tech, Medical Insurance)

• Modernised Paid Parental Leave 

• Novated Lease options

• Personal & professional training development opportunities

• Sonder – Wellbeing & Support Partner

• ThalesFlex – Hybrid work environment

Our Team

Our Airspace Mobility Solutions team creates, develops and deploys air traffic management systems that are critical for safe aircraft movement. With products covering 40% of the world’s airspace, we enable the safe take-off and landing of 2 in 3 aircrafts globally.

Your Role

Working from our Melbourne office in the World Trade Centre on Wurundjeri land you will work as part of a team to deliver a first of its kind air traffic management project.

What does your day to day look like?

• Help to deliver software solutions or tools supporting our software teams

• Interact with internal and external stakeholders throughout development lifecycle

• Work cross functionally with the various engineering disciplines within the business

• Design, document, implement and test software enhancements / changes

• Contribute to continuous process and technical improvements

Your Experience

What we value most from our graduates is a willingness to learn however the below will also come in handy

• Recently degree qualified in Software Engineering or Computer Science

• You have experience in Java and want to put it to good use

• A true desire to work in a diverse team towards a common goal

• You are methodical, love solving complex problems and are not afraid to think things through before offering a solution

• Australian Citizenship to be eligible for security clearance

We encourage you to apply

We recognise the recruitment process is a two-way street. Therefore, we aim to provide you with all the information you need to make an informed decision that Thales is the right place to launch your career! After you have applied, you will receive an email acknowledging your application. We’ll then provide a personalised experience for suitable applicants as we progress the selection and assessment process.

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It’s easy to dismiss the perfect opportunity if you don’t see yourself as the perfect fit. If this role feels right – no matter your background or personal circumstances – please introduce yourself or join our community. We’re committed to supporting a diverse workplace, and that starts here.

We’re proud to be endorsed by WORK180 as an Employer for All Women, but we know there’s always more we can do. We’ll continue to foster industry partnerships, employee resource groups (ERGs) and development opportunities to make Thales a genuinely equitable employer, for everyone.

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