Data Scientist Level 5

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. This role will be responsible for managing data flows and end-user data requirements, as well as, the development and sustainment of prototype and corporate tools. Additionally, the role will unify statistics, data analysis and related methodologies.
Skills and Knowledge:

1. Degree or studies certification in a data science field.
2. Knowledge of machine Learning, data classification, cluster analysis, data mining, databases, visualisation.
3. Knowledge and experience in development languages/ technologies such as Python, ElasticSearch, Linux 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 ASD 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.
4. Review current dataflow processes and practices to determine where efficiencies and/or improvements can be made in terms of the value from data sources and customer requirements.

Location: The role is based in Canberra ACT.
Contract terms: Contract term of 12 months, not exceeding 30 June 2025 will be considered.
SFIA 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.
Candidates will need to be willing to undergo pre-employment screening checks which may include, ID and work rights, security clearance verification and any other client requested checks.
Applications open until 9am 08 February 2023.
Reach Damien on 0480 002 503 or damienm@whizdom.com.au for any further information.