Data Scientist – Whizdom Recruitment

Our Large Federal Government client has a requirement for a Data Scientist who will be responsible, under broad direction to establish methods, processes and systems to extract data in various forms, structured and unstructured, as well as have the opportunity to apply Data Science principles to mission outcomes. This role will be responsible for optimising data flows to meet end-user data requirements, as well as, the development and sustainment of prototype and corporate tools.
Skills and Knowledge:

1. Degree or studies certification in a data science field would be desirable.
2. Knowledge of machine Learning, data classification, cluster analysis, data mining, databases, visualisation.
3. Knowledge and experience in development languages/ technologies such as Python, ELK Stack, Linux, Hadoop, Spark and Apache NiFi.

Major Responsibilities:

1. Lead the processing of data flows (extract, transform and load) and the management of data ingest into existing internal prototype tools and repositories.
2. Drive internal relationships to determine and agree on the best dataflow (optimised) solution, then lead and implement solution (extract, transform and load) into existing corporate tools and repositories.
3. Liaise with teams on innovation and knowledge extraction from corporate data streams to manage end-user data requirements and translate these into internal system requirements and upgrades.

Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: 12 or 24 months from commencement.
SFIA security level required: The Specified Person will be expected to demonstrate attributes of SFIA Level of Responsibility 5.
Security Requirements: Current Top-Secret Positive Vetting (TSPV) security clearance is strongly preferred, however candidates who have held a TSPV in the previous 12-month period (which has since been downgraded) may be considered.
How to Apply:
Please upload your resume to apply. Please note you will need to complete selection criteria to complete this application process. We will be in touch with instructions for suitably skilled candidates.
 
Applications open until  8am 28 June 2023 or until a suitable candidate has been found.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or [email protected] for any further information.