Entry Level Software Engineering Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Oct 2026

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Senior Software Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

Real influence - Shape architecture/engineering practices, not just ship tickets
Real impact - Build technology that transforms how people work
High-trust culture - Ownership, autonomy and the space to do your best work

Enjoy building reliable software, learning from others, and growing your technical skills while working on a product with real-world impact!

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Listed ten hours ago

Cyber Security Analyst (Junior / Graduate level)

at Peoplebank Australia SA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Hourly rate contract or salaried options available

Junior Cyber Security Analyst
Adelaide CBD based
Amazing chance to develop your career!

Peoplebank are assisting their client, based in Adelaide to hire a Junior Cyber Security Analyst on a 12 month contract. Whilst they

10h ago

Listed seven hours ago

Junior Data Engineer - SQL, Azure - Federal Govt!

at HiTech Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Build secure, modern data solutions
Gain valuable experience delivering high-impact data projects
Hybrid work in Melbourne or Canberra

Junior Data Engineer supporting secure data ingestion and transformation for a Federal Government agency.

7h ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Junior Software Developer

at Quality People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Top $'s Paid ! Contract Extensions likely !

Our client URGENTLY requires a Junior Software Developer for 3 months+ Contract role in Darwin.

15d ago

Listed seven hours ago

Junior Data Engineer - SQL, Azure - Federal Govt!

at HiTech Personnel

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Build secure, modern data solutions
Gain valuable experience delivering high-impact data projects
Hybrid work in Melbourne or Canberra

Junior Data Engineer supporting secure data ingestion and transformation for a Federal Government agency.

7h ago

Listed two days ago

Graduate Cyber Security Analyst

at Robert Walters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA

Develop hands-on cyber security experience across cloud and operations.
Work alongside experienced cyber professionals in a Microsoft Azure environment.
Opportunity through to December 2027 with strong learning and development.

We are seeking a Graduate Cyber Security Analyst to join a growing technology and cyber security team supporting a complex cloud-based environment.

Recruited byBrayden Mackay

2d ago

Listed eight days ago

Junior IT Service Desk Operator (12 Month Contract)

at Capricorn

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

Brand New Activity Based Working office in the Heart of the CBD!
Flexible Hybrid working, Free-Gym Membership, Wellness & Lifestyle Discounts
Purpose-led organisation with a focus on Employee Growth & Development!

Looking for an opportunity to build your experience in a unique organisation that works for its Members and truly values you?

8d ago

Listed three days ago

Software Engineer (AI, Machine Learning)

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Surry Hills, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$120.00 - $140.00 p/hr inc. Super + weekly pays

Baseline Security Clearance required
VIC (Melbourne or Geelong) & NSW (Surry hills)
JavaScript and/or TypeScript | React

Join our client’s team as a Software Engineer to build cutting-edge AI and data-driven web applications.

Recruited byCoral Whitmore

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Data Centre Technician - Trainee Program (Australia)

at Oracle Corporation

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

Join Oracle's Infrastructure Operations team as a Data Center Technician through a paid 12-week trainee program.

9d ago

Listed two days ago

Software Engineer

at Halcyon Knights Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

12 Month Contract Java and Angular Full Stack Financial Advisory Sydney- 2 days per week in the office

2d ago

Listed four days ago

Software Engineer

at Ochre Education Resource Library Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$110,000+super

Purpose driven education NFP. Opportunity to build digital products that will have impact and create difference.

4d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

Graduate Software Engineer 2 year fixed term contract

at Independent Schools Queensland

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Flexible and hybrid working arrangements
Work on meaningful projects
Purpose driven work supporting schools and future generations

Work on meaningful projects and play a key role in designing, developing, and supporting critical applications, integrations, and automation solutions

18d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Information Technology Support Specialist

at Cooper Grace Ward Lawyers

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD

Join our innovative Information Technology team on a 12-month parental leave contract, with formal training and on-the-job learning provided from day

16d ago

Listed three days ago

Principal Software Engineer

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$165.00 - $185.00 p/hr inc. Super + weekly pays

12+24 month Federal Government contract
Baseline Security Clearance required
SAP CRM / S/4HANA | PEGA

Join our client's team overseeing software development projects, writing optimised code, and provide technical leadership to a team of engineers.

Recruited byCoral Whitmore

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Software Engineer

at Kinexus

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Competitive Daily Rate

4-month contract: Software Engineer building Elastic Stack monitoring, dashboards and alerts for an Australian Government project. NV1 clearance.

7d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Senior Software Engineer

at Sidekicker

This is a Contract/Temp job

Cremorne, Melbourne VIC(Remote)

Real influence - Shape architecture/engineering practices, not just ship tickets
Real impact - Build technology that transforms how people work
High-trust culture - Ownership, autonomy and the space to do your best work

Enjoy building reliable software, learning from others, and growing your technical skills while working on a product with real-world impact!

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Software Engineer (6-month contract with potential to extend)

at Tasman Environmental Markets

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Own features end‑to‑end in a small, trusted engineering team
Build and scale market‑leading climate tech products
Grow your career while building software with real climate impact

Hands-on Software Engineer to build and maintain systems supporting TEM's customer products and business operations.

10d ago

Listed sixteen days ago

Associate Systems Engineer

at Interpro People

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Must have good communication skills in both English AND Mandarin
Must be capable of writing scripts and amending config files
Must have good problem solving skills

Global gaming company currently looking for a junior Systems Engineer with experience supporting live 24/7 services

Recruited byMark Kellett

16d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Junior/Intermediate Infrastructure Engineer

at Horizontal Talent Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$65 – $75 per hour

Sydney Hybrid | 12-Month Contract | Strong Extension Potential
Global Live Gaming Platform
Linux, Cloud & Production Engineering

Infrastructure Systems Engineer | Sydney Hybrid | 12-month contract. Support 24/7 gaming infrastructure across Linux, cloud and live services.

17d ago

Listed ten days ago

Software Engineer - Angular & Android

at The INS Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW

Join our Wollongong technology team as a Software Engineer, developing Angular web applications and Android apps in a hands-on role.

10d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Developer (.Net)

at PERSOL

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA(Hybrid)

$90 per hour plus super

$90 per hour plus super
Hybrid Working
12 Month Assignment; strong possibility extension

Hiring Software Developer for Global Mining Client to join their fast paced technology team !!

15d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

Backend Developer

at Technical Resources Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Perth WA

Large Major Projects in mining & resources
Build and support modern web applications in C#/.NET
Collaborative team in a fast paced & driven environment.

Cutting edge technologies - Forefront leader in Decarbonisation & Renewables

15d ago

Listed ten days ago

2027 Hampshire AI Graduate Program - Innovation and Commercial

at Hampshire Property Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Remote)

Complete meaningful rotations and contribute to genuine Hampshire priorities
Build practical AI capability through learning and real business challenges
Learn from operational teams, leaders and a connected graduate cohort

Build your career at Hampshire using AI to solve real business problems and create better ways of working.

10d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Software Engineer - Full Stack

at SECORA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Wollongong, Wollongong, Illawarra & South Coast NSW(Hybrid)

Full-Stack Software Engineer
Industrial Ai Solutions
Oil & Gas

Mid to Senior Full-Stack Software Engineer to design and deliver industrial AI solutions for oil & gas.

24d ago•Expiring

Listed twenty nine days ago

Junior Technical Business Analyst

at MYtech Consulting Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Darwin NT

Attractive rate and other benefits for the right candidate
12 month contract with possibility of extension
An opportunity to make your mark in the Top End

Are you an aspiring Technical Business Analyst looking to build your experience on a major digital transformation program? We'd like to hear from you!

29d ago•Expiring

Listed ten days ago