Expression of Interest: Data Scientists, wiq

Hiring across seniority levels - from established Data Scientists to Technical leads

• Harness huge datasets and deliver high-impact consulting projects
• Experiment with new ideas, taking a robust "test and learn" approach to solve complex problems.
• Work collaboratively in an Agile squad environment alongside world-class data professionals from Woolworths and Quantium.

We are Woolworths Group

We are Woolworths Group. 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives connected by a shared Purpose to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.' It's that Purpose that fuels our ambition to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. If you're excited to turn today's blue sky thinking into a better tomorrow for future generations, you'll find yourself supported and enriched in a dynamic, inclusive and empowering workplace that reflects the diverse communities we serve. With a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and opportunities across the group to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

About wiq:

At wiq, we're reimagining retail. As a partnership between Woolworths Group and Quantium, we harness data science to solve complex challenges and create better experiences for millions of customers. We're looking for a passionate Data Scientist to join our dynamic team and drive the next wave of innovation in advanced analytics and AI. Our work spans the entire Woolworths business—from customer loyalty and personalisation to eCommerce, store operations, supply chain, ranging, and pricing.

What you'll do:

wiq is expanding! We're seeking Data Scientists who crave variety. You'll rotate through diverse projects across the Woolworths x Quantium partnership, gaining exposure to multiple business domains—from Supply Chain to Merchandising to Customer Experience—while impacting the lives of 24 million customers every week. Your responsibilities will scale with your experience level, but all roles include:

• Solve complex business problems by translating ambiguous retail challenges into sophisticated analytical frameworks and actionable models.
• Lead end-to-end project delivery, from initial data discovery and hypothesis testing to deploying scalable advanced analytics solutions that may include AI, Machine Learning and predictive modelling.
• Collaborate across Agile squads, partnering with Product Owners and Engineers to ensure your insights drive real-world commercial outcomes.
• Communicate technical findings to non-technical stakeholders, effectively "telling the story" of the data to influence strategic decision-making.
• Drive innovation by staying at the forefront of ML/AI trends and proactively suggesting new ways to enhance the retail ecosystem.

What you'll bring

You are a curious, consultant-minded professional who thrives on variety. You enjoy the challenge of a new project and have the technical rigor to back up your creative solutions.

• Minimum 2 years in a Data Science or Analytics role, with solid mathematical and statistical foundations that ensure rigorous, sound analysis.
• Tertiary qualifications in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, computer science, engineering, physics, actuarial studies, or related field.
• Strong technical foundation in Python, SQL, and modern machine learning tools.
• A consulting mindset, featuring the ability to manage stakeholders, handle project ambiguity, and focus on "the why" behind the data.
• A passion for Agile delivery, valuing iterative progress, peer review, and a collaborative team culture.
• Experience in large-scale data environments, ideally within retail, FMCG, or a fast-paced professional services firm.

What you'll experience

Our Team Members are at the heart of everything we do, and we're always looking for ways to support your career journey and reward great work:

• Team discounts across our range of Woolworths Group brands you know and love and a robust rewards program that celebrates and incentivises purpose-driven work.
• A global business with endless career possibilities around every corner and across every discipline – with valuable exposure to a vast and exciting business network.
• High impact role supporting our teams who enrich our communities.
• A range of programs to help you prioritise and manage your wellbeing, including 24/7 access to the Sonder app.

Endless possibilities with Woolworths Group

We're a proud part of the Woolworths Group – 200,000+ bright minds, passionate hearts and unique perspectives working together connected by a shared Purpose – 'to create better experiences together for a better tomorrow.' Here you'll be supported and empowered to explore new ideas, make brave commitments and innovate better ways to meet the food and everyday needs of more than 24 million customers every week. Backed by a culture of genuine care, a flexible approach to work and the support to grow your career and make a meaningful impact, the possibilities for what we can achieve together are endless.

Everyone belongs at Woolworths Group

As one of the largest employers in Australia and New Zealand, we aim to create a truly inclusive workplace where everyone feels that they belong, can be their best selves, and reach their full potential. Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging are key to realising our purpose of better together for a better tomorrow. We recognise the value our team's diversity brings to our business, customers, and communities and that teams with diverse experiences and backgrounds enrich our group and are better able to innovate and solve problems. Woolworths Group is an inclusive, team-first company and we value all skills and experiences. If you meet some, but not all of the requirements, we encourage you to submit your application.