Python, SQL & Network Engineer - Short Term Contract

FinXL

Date: 1 week ago
City: Sydney, New South Wales
Est. A$123,917 - A$153,531 / yr ⓘ
Contract type: Full time

Job details

  • Posted23 July 2026
  • SalaryNegotiable
  • LocationSydney
  • Job type Contract
  • Discipline Cloud & Infrastructure
  • Reference90M0712530_1784774523

FinXL Professional Services is a leading IT consultancy that partners with clients to bridge the gap between business needs and technology capabilities. Since 2003, we've been delivering high-value ICT services across government, finance, telecommunications, and enterprise sectors.

FinXL is seeking a Python, SQL & Network Infrastructure Engineer to join our consulting team and be deployed with a leading Banking client on a key transformation engagement.

Responsibilities

  • Configure, manage, and support routers, switches, firewalls, load balancers, and network services.

  • Develop Python scripts for network automation, system integrations, and operational efficiency.

  • Write optimised SQL queries, stored procedures, and support database performance tuning.

  • Monitor network availability, performance, and capacity to proactively identify improvements.

  • Troubleshoot and resolve complex network connectivity and infrastructure issues.

  • Leverage REST APIs, JSON, and XML for seamless data integration across systems.

  • Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable solutions.

Key Skills & Experience

  • Strong background in Network Engineering and Infrastructure Administration.

  • Hands-on experience configuring Cisco and Firewall products (e.g., CSM, FMC).

  • Demonstrated expertise in Python development for scripting and automation.

  • Proficient in SQL database design, query optimisation, and performance tuning.

  • Knowledge of REST APIs, JSON, XML, and data integration technologies.

  • Hands-on experience with version control and source code management tools.

  • Proven ability to work independently and deliver within fast-paced environments.

Why Join FinXL?

  • Contract role with a leading Banking client via FinXL

  • Hands-on network automation using Python and SQL

  • High-impact 3-month engagement with immediate start

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