About the RoleAn excellent 12-month contract opportunity is available to support a key Australian Signals Directorate (ASD) capability project in Canberra.
We are particularly seeking a strong hands-on engineer with demonstrated expertise in Python, DevOps, AWS, Apache NiFi and CI/CD pipelines.
Immediate starters are highly desirable, and SUPER EXCELLENT CONTRACT RATES are available for the right candidate.
You will work within an agile, highly technical and security-focused environment, delivering reliable, scalable and secure software and cloud solutions.
Key Responsibilities
Design, build, integrate and document high-quality software solutions aligned with project requirements.
Undertake significant Python development, scripting and automation.
Support and enhance DevOps practices, tooling and automation, particularly using Python.
Work with Apache NiFi within containerised environments.
Manage, maintain and troubleshoot CI/CD pipelines, including resolving complex build and deployment issues.
Develop and support solutions within Amazon Web Services (AWS) environments.
Maintain and enhance existing applications to ensure performance, reliability and availability.
Ensure software quality and security through testing, code reviews and secure development practices.
Produce and maintain high-quality technical documentation.
Contribute to continuous improvement and knowledge sharing across the technical team.
Essential Technical Skills & ExperienceCandidates with strong experience across the following areas are particularly encouraged to apply:
Strong Python development and scripting experience – ESSENTIAL
Hands-on DevOps experience, particularly using Python – ESSENTIAL
Apache NiFi experience within containerised environments – HIGHLY DESIRABLE
Strong CI/CD pipeline management,



maintenance and troubleshooting experience – ESSENTIAL
Strong hands-on Amazon Web Services (AWS) experience – ESSENTIAL
Experience with Linux/UNIX environments
Experience with containerisation technologies and cloud-based deployments
Experience using Git-based version control tools such as GitHub, GitLab or Bitbucket
Solid understanding of secure software engineering and development practices
Experience working within secure Australian Government ICT environments
Desirable Experience
Background in Cyber Security or related domains
Experience with automation, deployment and orchestration tools
Experience with SQL / PL/SQL and data technologies
Exposure to Hadoop / Apache Spark
Linux and/or Windows system administration experience
Experience working within IRAP / ISM-aligned environments
Work Arrangement
Location: Canberra, ACT
Contract: 12 months
Start: Immediate / ASAP
Work Type: Predominantly onsite in a secure ASD environment
Hours: Up to 40 hours per week
Rates: SUPER EXCELLENT / HIGHLY COMPETITIVE CONTRACT RATES
Eligibility & Security Requirements
Must be an Australian Citizen
Must hold a current NV1 Security Clearance or higher
Willingness to undergo an Organisational Suitability Assessment (OSA) if required
Must be available to work in Canberra, ACT
How to ApplyIf you are an NV1-cleared Software Engineer with strong hands-on expertise in Python + DevOps + AWS + CI/CD, and ideally Apache NiFi in containerised environments, we would be very interested in hearing from you.
Please submit:
Your updated resume
A one-page pitch addressing the relevant criteria
Your availability / earliest start date
Your hourly rate
Your current security clearance level
Immediate availability is highly regarded.
SUPER EXCELLENT RATES are available for suitably experienced candidates.

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