Your New Company
The Department plays a critical role in shaping the future of education and workforce readiness across Western Australia. With data flowing, the department is on a mission to transform how this information is captured, processed, and used to drive better outcomes for students, educators, and administrators.
Your New Role and Responsibilities
As a Data Scientist, you’ll be at the forefront of a digital transformation initiative to replace manual, error-prone data handling with smart, scalable, and automated solutions. Your key responsibilities will include:
* Designing and implementing robust data pipelines and reporting systems
* Developing unique identifiers to accurately track users across systems
* Writing clean, efficient code to automate data collection and reporting
* Creating intuitive, one-click reporting tools for educators and administrators
* Ensuring data accuracy and integrity across attendance, activity, and finance datasets
* Collaborating with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and deliver innovative solutions
What You Will Need to Succeed
To excel in this role, you’ll need to bring:
* A strong background in data science, analytics, or software engineering
* Proven ability to write code for data processing and reporting (e.g., Python, R, SQL)
* Experience designing automated reporting systems and dashboards
* A creative and strategic mindset—someone who brings the best ideas to the table
* A passion for accuracy, efficiency, and user-friendly design
* Familiarity with education sector data is a plus, but not essential
What You Will Get in Return
* The opportunity to lead a high-impact data transformation project
* A collaborative and forward-thinking team environment
* Flexible working arrangements and a strong focus on work-life balance
* A chance to directly improve the experience of teachers and students across WA
* A meaningful role in shaping the future of education through data
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