Job Title: Staff Data Scientist
Location: Sydney, Australia (Hybrid)
Job Type: Permanent, full-time
Salary: $185,000 - $220,000 + super
  
About the Role:
Our client, a fast-growing AI business, is now scaling and seeking Staff Data Scientists to meet the recent increase in client demand across a wide range of industries.
  
This is a unique opportunity to be at the forefront of solving real client problems with start-of-the-art products and practices. The role requires the ability to partner with our clients, coupled with a strong technical background in machine learning, statistical modelling and analytical skills.
  
What you’ll do:
You’ll be working in an agile environment with multi-disciplinary teams with industries from including healthcare, banking & insurance. Your key responsibilities will include (but not limited to):
  

• Build and deploy advanced machine learning models that drive real-world impact for clients.
• Develop and fine-tune NLP models using supervised learning (LSTM, CNN, Transformers) and topic modelling to extract meaningful insights and improve language understanding.
• Build intelligent AI solutions leveraging LLMs and modern frameworks such as LangChain, LlamaIndex, RAG pipelines, and multi-agent systems to deliver scalable, real-world impact.
• Partner with cross-functional teams to design and deliver innovative data solutions.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to early-career data scientists within the team.
• Establish and maintain strong MLOps practices to ensure performance, governance, and compliance.
• Play a key role in shaping long-term data and AI strategies, including responsible and ethical use of technology.