Senior Software Engineer - Python, Linux - Fed Govt

- 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:
- 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:

- Experience supporting production systems within high-availability operational environments.
- Robust 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 opportunity 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 (Canberra)
🏢 Hitech Asia Pacific
📍 Canberra