Lead Data Scientist Job Description
This newly created role is designed to lead the development and deployment of advanced predictive models, machine learning algorithms, generative AI capabilities, and statistical analyses to support business decision-making and customer experience at scale.
The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in data science, excellent leadership skills, and the ability to translate complex data into clear recommendations that drive revenue growth, cost optimisation, customer experience, risk management, and operational efficiency.
Responsibilities:
* Design, develop, and deploy advanced predictive models, machine learning algorithms, generative AI capabilities, and statistical analyses to support business decision-making and customer experience at scale.
* Act as subject matter expert lead for the organisation on all things data science, coaching, and training team members in this area, maintaining contemporary knowledge of tools, systems, and use cases.
* Manage, mentor, and junior data scientists, empowering them to deliver high-impact projects and contribute to business value.
* Deliver measurable business outcomes, ensuring that the data science and insights team's contributions translate into quantifiable return on investment (ROI) of bottom-line business value.
Requirements:
* A Master's degree or higher in Data Science or a related field.
* 5+ years leading data science teams and operationalising models.
* A track record of delivering improved annual business value through data-driven strategies.
* Expertise in predictive modelling, machine learning, generative AI, and statistical analysis.
* Strong programming skills in Python and SQL, experience in Snowflake and BI tools like Power BI or Tableau.
* Familiarity with software engineering practices (Git, CI/CD) and deploying models with monitoring and alerting.
* Proven ability to influence business change and mentor high-performing teams.
Why Choose Us?
We offer a culture of trust, transparency, and responsible information use. This is your opportunity to shape a newly created role, guide our readiness for landmark legislation, and leave a lasting impact on how information is safeguarded and shared across our organisation and industry.
You'll gain more than a job; you will be stepping into a role where your expertise is valued, your advice influences decision-making, and your work supports one of WA's most dynamic industries.
We invest in growth, offer flexibility, provide recognition that matters, purpose and pride, and equal opportunities employment.