Senior Data Scientist: Lead High-Impact AI & Mentorship

Faculty

Sydney

On-site

AUD 120,000 - 180,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Faculty is seeking a Senior Data Scientist in Sydney to lead high-impact AI projects, shape technical direction, and mentor colleagues. You will define data science approaches, design robust architectures, and build deep client relationships while advancing practical, measurable AI.

You will guide teams, ensure rigorous delivery, and contribute to thought leadership through courses or open-source work. A leadership mindset and strong commercial awareness are essential for success.

Qualifications

Senior experience in data science or a quantitative field.
Fluent Python programming using NumPy/Pandas and PyTorch.
Demonstrated leadership and mentoring abilities.
Commercial awareness with client-facing experience.
Ability to plan projects and estimate delivery timelines.

Responsibilities

Lead project teams delivering bespoke AI solutions to clients.
Define data science approaches and design robust software architectures.
Mentor junior data scientists and support technical growth.
Partner with commercial teams to shape project scope and feasibility.
Contribute to Faculty’s thought leadership through courses, talks, or open-source work.
Ensure best practices and rigorous delivery across projects.