Senior Data Scientist Suncorp

Flexible working location of Brisbane, Sydney or Melbourne

Combination of autonomous and team working environment

Agile workspace with 50% WFH

The Data Science & AI Centre of Excellence at Suncorp is dedicated to maximizing the value derived
from data across the organization.

We’re never just satisfied with how things are – because we know how things could be. And it’s our
expert Technology team who forge ahead every day to make those ‘what ifs’ a reality.

Suncorp places great importance on leveraging its data to enhance business performance, with the
Data Science & AI Centre of Excellence dedicated to optimizing the value derived from data
investments. This involves fostering robust business relationships, offering strategic counsel, and
facilitating the development of Data Science & AI initiatives, both internally and through external
collaborations.

As a Senior Data Scientist at Suncorp, the focus lies on assuming a pivotal technical role in driving the
design and implementation of complex Data Science and AI projects aimed at delivering substantial
business value. While not a leadership position per se, the successful candidate will possess informal
leadership responsibilities, potentially overseeing small offshore delivery teams. The scope of
responsibilities encompasses guiding initiatives from prototype development to pilot implementation
and ultimately to the integration of fully industrialized and scaled data science assets into core
business processes. Additionally, the role carries significant accountability in championing best
practice methodologies within the Data Science & AI community, acting as a recognized thought
leader, and effectively communicating with key stakeholders to drive impactful outcomes.

What you’ll do

Delivery of high-impact Data Science & AI Initiatives, including Generative AI models and Intelligent
Process Automation for improved business processes like claims processing and cost optimization in
Insurance and Banking

Bringing in cutting-edge external Data Science and AI concepts, effective communication across
technical and executive audiences, and active participation in industry forums

Solving business problems through innovative technical solutions, collaborating with senior
stakeholders, and ensuring deployment and scalability of solutions

Building strong relationships with senior stakeholders, showcasing value through presentations and
prototypes, and illustrating potential impact across the organization

Providing insight into emerging AI trends, offering counsel to the Data Science technical job family,
and contributing to the Group's Data Science strategy

Cultivating a significant industry network, engaging in relevant industry forums, and contributing to
the broader Data Science community
Measuring success through tangible improvements such as revenue increase, cost reduction,
enhanced customer satisfaction, and decreased complaints, while fostering excellence across all
initiatives

What you’ll bring

7+ years of experience in Data Science, AI, or closely related disciplines, demonstrating practical
expertise and proficiency in the field

Bachelor's Degree in a technical field (data science, machine learning, statistics, actuarial,
engineering, mathematics, etc.) (mandatory)

Experience in developing and implementing Data Science pipelines involving Machine Learning
algorithms is mandatory, with desirable experience working on Databricks

Knowledge of Generative AI and experience in developing proof-of-concepts or building prototypes

using GenAI is desirable

Proficiency in Python programming and expertise in developing and optimizing ML pipelines are
mandatory qualifications

Thorough understanding of Machine Learning algorithms and deep neural networks is mandatory

Proven track record of successfully productionizing Data Science solutions and familiarity with
advanced tools and technologies such as Databricks and Generative AI

What we can offer

A range of flexible working and leave options, including 20 weeks paid parental leave, 4 weeks paid
secondary carer parental leave and unlimited paid emergency response leave

Discounts and offers on a range of retail favourite stores as well as banking and insurance products

Give back to our communities with payroll giving, donation matching and paid volunteer leave

Invest in your brighter future with ongoing study support and career development programs; and

Prioritise your work/life balance with our robust employee assistance program and dedicated
employee council.