Job Description

Work withcutting edgeAI technology, making the world a safer and more secure place. DroneShield (ASX:DRO) offers an opportunity to solve some ofworld’smost challenging technical problems in the rapidly growingcounter-dronesector.

Our customersoperatein some of the most challenging and high-stakes environments in the world, including militaryorganisations, government agencies, airports, critical infrastructure operators, and law enforcement. Protecting airspace in these settings requires technology that performs under pressure and teams that understandwhat’sat stake. At DroneShield, employees work at the leading edge ofcounter-drone innovation, helping to address real-world security challenges as drone threatscontinue to evolve globally.

With one of the largest listeddefencecompany marketcapitalisationsin Australia, now part of the ASX200 index, DroneShield is experiencing a period of hypergrowth. Revenue has surged from A$57 million in 2024 to over A$217 million in 2025,representinggrowth of more than 400% year-on-year, with record profitability and cashflow. The total addressable global market forcounter-droneis assessed at approximately$100 billion, andis currently at the nascent stage with much of the growth still tocome, with DroneShield well positioned as a global market leader, and the only public listed pure-play business in this sector.

Thecompany has grown from 11 employees in 2017 to over 450 staff globallytoday, andis on track to reach around 550 by the end of2026. This expansion includes investment of over A$50 million annually in R&D, a global pipeline exceeding A$2.5 billion, andcontinuous scaling of production capacity to meet accelerating demand.

The role is based atDroneShield’scentral Sydney headquarters. Overseas on-the-ground presence includes Virginia (USA), Netherlands, Denmark,Mexicoand Dubai, as well as distributors in over 70countries worldwide.

About the role

The primary focus of the role is to develop and maintain DroneShield’s Linux based deployed sensors. Working closely with ML/AI, Data Science, Embedded, RF and infrastructure teams to innovate and enhance DroneShield’s world leading RF detection technology.

This is an exceptional opportunity for a results-driven individual in a rapidly expanding market.

Responsibilities, Duties and Expectations

• Design and implement new software features for Linux-based systems
• Ensure software is designed for performance and reliability on resource constrained targets
• Collaborate with multi-disciplinary teams, including algorithms and FPGA, to deliver on user and business requirements
• Work with the broader engineering team to ensure reliable and robust end to end system operation
• Write and maintain internal documentation for implemented features

Qualifications, Experience and Skills

• BS degree in Computer Science, Information Technology or similar technical field of study or equivalent practical experience
• Minimum of 1-3 years of software development experience.
• Experience using modern C++ and/or Python to develop complex applications
• Familiarity with developing under Linux (embedded Linux would be advantageous)
• Experience with multi-process architectures (including IPC mechanisms)
• Proficiency working with systems composed of multiple programming languages
• Experience designing and architecting software solutions
• Experience with development tools including Git, Jira, Confluence, GitLab CI/CD, Docker
• The following would also be highly desirable:
• • Experience with concurrent computing and code optimization
  • DevOps experience, including CI/CD, automated testing, and system monitoring
  • Strong proficiency with Docker
  • Experience with ML, RF, FPGA, and DSP technologies

Note for recruitment agencies: We do not accept unsolicited candidates from external recruiters unless specifically instructed.