Job Description
/n We are seeking a Senior Python Engineer (AI-Assisted SDLC). You will build and maintain production services for a core clearing platform, using Claude daily across design, coding, testing, review and documentation. You will ship small, well-tested changes early, work with domain experts and integrate with existing Java services, APIs, SQL and event-driven systems. Responsibilities/n /n
Build and maintain Python production services, focusing on reliability and secure change /n
Use Claude or similar tools daily to speed up design, coding, testing, review and documentation /n
Deliver small, well-tested enhancements each sprint in an established codebase /n
Design and implement REST APIs and microservices, including integration patterns and service contracts /n
Integrate Python services with existing Java services and platform components /n
Develop event-driven integrations using messaging technologies such as Kafka or MQ /n
Work with relational databases from the application tier, including SQL and object-relational mapping patterns /n
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines,



containerized deployments and cloud release practices /n Requirements/n /n
Python skill sets for application development using FastAPI, Django or Flask, including async programming concepts /n
Generative AI in SDLC experience, with practical Claude usage and examples of productivity gains /n
API and integration background across REST services and microservices architectures /n
SQL capability and experience working with relational databases from the application tier /n
Git and contemporary engineering workflows experience, including code review and CI/CD-oriented delivery /n Nice to have/n /n
Derivatives or clearing domain knowledge (ETD or OTC, margin, positions, settlement) /n
Experience building AI integrations in enterprise apps, including Claude API or Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers /n
Knowledge graphs or semantic models such as Neo4j or RDF/OWL /n
Capital markets technology exposure in banks, brokers or clearing houses /n /n

📌 Senior Python Engineer Sydney
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Sydney