Overview
Create your best future and join Westpac as a Data Scientist – Financial Crime Surveillance. This is a permanent full-time opportunity with hybrid working options. Locations: Sydney, Melbourne or Adelaide.
We're looking for a data scientist to join the Financial Crime Surveillance (FCS) team within Westpac's Risk Division. The FCS team is responsible for detecting, deterring and fighting financial crime. This role is part of the first line of defence for risks such as anti-money laundering, sanctions, KYC and customer due diligence. The role will leverage advanced data analytics, machine learning, and data science techniques to prevent and detect financial crime and enhance Westpac's overall prevention efforts. While technical expertise is important, problem-solving skills are valued most.
You will be responsible for analysing financial crime trends, developing predictive models, and identifying emerging threats, while ensuring continuous improvements in surveillance processes and systems.
Responsibilities
* Analyse financial crime trends and develop predictive models
* Identify emerging threats and contribute to continuous improvements in surveillance processes and systems
* Leverage advanced data analytics, machine learning, and data science techniques to prevent and detect financial crime
* Collaborate with the Risk Division and other stakeholders to enhance financial crime prevention efforts
Qualifications
* Mid-level experience in developing and deploying generative models for various applications, with a strong track record of delivering successful AI solutions
* Strong programming skills in Python and SQL
* Experience with SAS and Power BI is desirable
* Understanding of deep learning, reinforcement learning and generative models, with a track record of building and deploying applications in this field is desirable
* Experience in natural language processing or computer vision; methods include NLP, LLM, GenAI, OpenAI, Microsoft Cognitive Services – Audio to text, text mining NLP, Image recognition, Machine Learning
Why join us?
* We're obsessed with becoming our customers' #1 banking partner for life and are committed to making Westpac the best place to work in the country
* Special offers on banking products and discounts from top brands, including generous employee-only mortgage rates
* Flexible work arrangements to support work/life balance, with various leave options including Culture, Lifestyle and Wellbeing leave
* Tailored learning and development opportunities to grow your career within the bank
* Opportunities to contribute to community through volunteering initiatives
Next steps
To get started, click on the APPLY or APPLY NOW button. Westpac is committed to an inclusive and supportive community, welcoming everyone regardless of age, gender, background, or abilities. We provide additional support for veterans, Indigenous Australians, and the neurodiverse community. If you need adjustments during the recruitment process, information and contact details are available on our website on the People with Disability and/or needing Accessibility Requirements page.
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