Data Scientist - Sydney

Role: Data Scientist

Location: Sydney

What did you have for breakfast today? Whether it’s the flour in your toast or the grain in your cereal, it’s highly likely that GrainCorp helped get it onto your plate! As we find new ways to connect rural communities with food, animal feed, and industrial customers around the world, we’re proud to be leading the way in sustainable agriculture.

GrainCorp is currently seeking a Data Scientist to work with a motivated and collaborative team to lead data science and AI activities to support advanced analytic use cases’ success. The responsibilities of the role include:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand challenges and translate them into data-driven solutions
• Develop, build, and deploy machine learning models
• Utilize Apache Spark and Azure Cloud for large-scale data processing and model deployment
• Write efficient and maintainable Python code for data manipulation and model development
• Communicate findings and technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders

About your experience
Candidates will have a strong analytical foundation and a passion for leveraging data science to solve business challenges. Candidates will also display:  

• Communication skills with the ability to engage effectively with stakeholders
• Data analysis skills, capable of interpreting data and generating actionable insights
• Hands-on experience in model build and deployment, particularly in machine learning
• Proficiency in Python and familiarity with Apache Spark and Azure Cloud platform
• Experience with Power BI for data visualization
• Degree qualified in STEM field

About your skills
Technical:

• Hands-on experience in developing and implementing various machine learning models and statistical techniques
• Proficiency in programming languages, primarily Python, and experience in data manipulation
• Experience working with big data technologies such as Apache Spark, Hadoop and knowledge of SQL for extracting and manipulating large datasets
• Experience working with Azure Cloud platform

What we offer:

• Professional development & leadership programs
• Hybrid work and flexible leave options including birthday leave
• Health & wellbeing support
• Inclusive, values-driven culture
• We’re proud to be a Family Inclusive Workplace accredited employer, supporting balance, care and flexibility in every career

Ready to apply?

It’s simple, submit your application. If your background aligns, our team will be in touch for a quick chat about your experience. We’re looking forward to getting to know you!

Progressed candidates will be required to provide proof of working rights and background check.