This is a Lead Data Scientist - AI Architect role with The Onset based in Melbourne, VIC, AU The Onset Role Seniority - senior More about the Lead Data Scientist - AI Architect role at The Onset Job Description Some Data Scientists love research. Some prefer the safety of large corporate teams. Some chase FAANG logos. And then there are the ones who just want to do great work with real-world AI — wherever the challenge is. If you're in that last group, read on. We're hiring a Data Scientist for a PE-backed AI consultancy with a growing national footprint (currently sub-10 people, but scaling fast). This team thrives on tackling high-impact, technically complex problems — from GenAI tooling to agent-based AI systems and government-grade infrastructure. This role is open only to Australian Citizens due to upcoming work with federal agencies — if you have experience in or exposure to government departments, that’s a plus (but not essential). What You’ll Be Doing Building and deploying ML models and GenAI systems Working hands-on with AI agents, LLM pipelines, and secure environments Seeing your work go to production, not just proof-of-concept Collaborating with senior DS mentors who bring deep R&D and commercial expertise What You Bring 5 years hands-on experience in Data Science Strong Python skills across modelling and data wrangling Experience working with LLMs or AI agents (bonus points) Models in production (not just notebooks) PhD preferred, but not required Bonus: any background working on government or regulated data projects Azure experience is a big plus Location: Melbourne preferred Open to Sydney-based candidates for the right fit Must be an Australian Citizen (due to project security requirements) Want to work with smart people, ship real AI solutions, and get your hands dirty? Build, deploy, and enjoy. Contact ronny@theonset.com.au or call 0448 808 848 to learn more. Before we jump into the responsibilities of the role. No matter what you come in knowing, you’ll be learning new things all the time and the The Onset team will be there to support your growth. Please consider applying even if you don't meet 100% of what’s outlined Key Responsibilities Building and deploying ML models Collaborating with mentors Seeing work go to production Key Strengths Data Science Machine Learning Collaboration Experience with LLMs ☁️ Azure ️ Government data projects A Final Note: This is a role with The Onset not with Hatch.