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
Build and maintain Python production services, focusing on reliability and protected change
Use Claude or similar tools daily to speed up design, coding, testing, review and documentation
Deliver small, well-tested enhancements each sprint in an established codebase
Design and implement REST APIs and microservices, including integration patterns and service contracts
Integrate Python services with existing Java services and platform components
Develop event-driven integrations using messaging technologies such as Kafka or MQ
Work with relational databases from the application tier, including SQL and object-relational mapping patterns
Contribute to CI/CD pipelines,



containerized deployments and cloud release practices

Requirements
Python skill sets for application development using FastAPI, Django or Flask, including async programming concepts
Generative AI in SDLC experience, with practical Claude usage and examples of productivity gains
API and integration background across REST services and microservices architectures
SQL capability and experience working with relational databases from the application tier
Git and up-to-date engineering workflows experience, including code review and CI/CD-oriented delivery

Nice to have
Derivatives or clearing domain knowledge (ETD or OTC, margin, positions, settlement)
Experience building AI integrations in enterprise apps, including Claude API or Model Context Protocol (MCP) servers
Knowledge graphs or semantic models such as Neo4j or RDF/OWL
Capital markets technology exposure in banks, brokers or clearing houses

📌 Senior Python Engineer Ai Assisted Sdlc Sydney
🏢 EPAM Systems
📍 Sydney