Python Developer

Python Developer / Software Engineer 

• Contract duration: 12 + 12 months 

• Location of work: Canberra, ACT 

• Application closing date: Monday, 26 January 2026

• Security Clearance: Existing, or able to obtain NV1 

• Estimated start date: Monday, 02 March 2026 

Our federal government client, the Australian Federal Police (AFP) is seeking an experienced Python Developer to design, build, maintain, and troubleshoot a Django-based application.  

The role requires strong experience in UI development, backend logic, API design, messaging integration, and CI/CD pipeline.

Mandatory requirements:

• Strong proficiency in the Python 3 programming language

• 5 years’ experience in similar environments

Essential requirements:

• Solid, hands-on experience with Django and Django REST framework

• Proven experience building and maintaining REST APIs using Django REST framework

• Experience working with message queues / streaming platforms (e.g. Apache Pulsar)

• Good understanding of asynchronous and event-driven architectures

• Strong SQL skills and experience with PostgreSQL or similar relational database.

• Strong debugging and problem-solving skills across the full stack.

• Experience working with Django ORM and MVC/MVT Architecture

• Experience working with Django Models and Migrations

• Experience using collaboration tools that include git, issue tracking and wikis (e.g. GitLab, GitHub, Azure DevOps)

Desirable requirements:

• Front-end development (e.g. JavaScript, AlpineJS, HTML and CSS)

• Experienced in message queues/event streaming (e.g. Pulsar)

• Experience with provisioning workflows or distributed systems

• NoSQL databases (e.g. Elasticsearch, Cassandra)

• Workflow orchestration (e.g. Nifi)

• Containerisation technologies (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)

• Advanced experience designing, optimising, and maintaining GitLabCI/CD pipelines.)

• Working with Agile methodologies (e.g. Kanban, Scrum)

• Knowledge on virtual environments, deployment and pipelines.