Data Scientist
Clerk Grade: 7/8
Annual Salary Range: $113,574 - $125,720 + superannuation
Employment Type: Temporary (until 30/06/2026 - with the possibility of extension or conversion to ongoing), Full-time
Location: McKell - Haymarket, Sydney | Hybrid
About the team
The Data Science team develops AI, machine learning and advanced analytics solutions to help improve business operations across the NSW public sector.
Your day-to-day
- You will be working on data science projects delivering a range of work briefs that meet the high level project goals.
- You’ll be working with a delivery manager and other members of the Data Science team to deliver in an agile project methodology.
- You’ll be working on the DAC’s cloud based analytics platform using Python and SQL in Databricks and Snowflake.
- You’ll be working with OpenAI large language models, graph data base technology and Python based visualisation tools to develop novel visualisation solutions.
- Your project is part of a broader portfolio of Data Science projects which provides a collegial setting for learning the latest in data science tools and techniques.
To be successful in this role you will demonstrate:
- Experience and expertise with coding in Python and SQL, and with use of large language models
- Ability to rapidly acquire familiarity with new technologies (graph database or large language models)
- Ability to identify, interpret and analyse data using linking and statistical techniques to answer business problems including the identification of trends and/or patterns in complex data sets, and to create inference or insight
- Ability to engage with customers and to communicate complex processes and results to them
- Ability to help shape project direction by contributing to best practice research practices, analytical methodologies, systems and technologies
How to apply:
Attach an up-to-date resume and a brief cover letter outlining how your skills and experience align to the role.
Please note that successful candidates will need to complete additional assessments as part of this recruitment process
Salary Grade 7/8, with the base salary for this role starting at $113574 base plus superannuation
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For enquiries relating to recruitment please contact Meg Rapley via Meg.Rapley@customerservice.nsw.gov.au.
Visit the Capability Application Tool to prepare for the recruitment process by accessing practice application and interview questions based on the focus capabilities listed in the role description.
Closing Date: Friday 19 September 2025 at 9:59am
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