Long-term contract – 36 month contract + 2 x 12 month extension options Exciting Python Developer / Systems Engineer role supporting mission-critical operational systems Hybrid working arrangements – Canberra location A leading Federal Government agency is seeking an experienced Python Developer / Systems Engineer to join a specialised operational engineering team supporting critical automation platforms and high-availability production systems.
This is a unique opportunity to contribute to the ongoing enhancement, support and reliability of complex operational environments, while working on nationally significant technology platforms.
The successful Python Developer / Systems Engineer will be offered a long-term 36-month contract with extension options and flexible hybrid working arrangements in Canberra.
The successful Python Developer / Systems Engineer will be responsible for, but not limited to: Developing, enhancing and supporting automation systems using Python, Flask, JavaScript, HTML/CSS and MySQL.
Providing operational support for production systems including troubleshooting, fault diagnosis, remediation and system improvements.
Managing application and operating system changes,



including Linux/RHEL environments, patching activities and software releases.
Implementing monitoring, observability and reporting capabilities to improve system performance, reliability and operational outcomes.
To be successful, the Python Developer / Systems Engineer will demonstrate: Proven experience developing and supporting automation systems using Python, Flask, JavaScript, HTML/CSS and MySQL.
Experience supporting production systems within high-availability operational environments.
Strong experience managing Linux/RHEL operating systems, application changes and release activities.
Knowledge of DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, monitoring tools, observability and performance analytics.
This rare and long-term Python Developer / Systems Engineer chance offers a challenging and rewarding environment supporting critical operational systems, with attractive hourly rates and excellent contract longevity.
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📌 Senior Software Engineer - Python, Linux - Fed Govt (Australia)
🏢 HiTech Group
📍 Australia