About Us

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet supports the Premier as head of the Western Australian Government. The Department is a central agency that leads the public sector in providing advice and support to the Premier and Cabinet in their service of the Western Australian Community. We foster a workplace culture based on our core values, Leadership, Connection and Impact. For more information about the Department, please visit our website.

The Data Unit

The Data Unit is an interdisciplinary team focused on improving how the public sector uses evidence to make better decisions and policy. We work collaboratively with a broad range of agencies to address complex social, health, environmental and economic challenges facing Western Australia. Our work supports better strategy, operations and service delivery across government.

About the Role

Do you like novelty?

This is an engaging and diverse job that works across agencies, assists with ever changing problems, where you might show up to work in different offices.

As part of this role, you will:

- Deliver AI technology solutions that solve government problems and have measurable outcomes,
- Provide provides technical expertise and strategic advice to many different audiences, and




- Solve real world problems by getting to their root and advising whether the solution lies in technology, process, governance, or policy.

We are looking for people with experience in AI, data engineering or technology. You don’t need years of experience behind you, but you do need to be curious and adaptable, with solid technical foundations and the appetite to keep building and learning.

You will join a talented interdisciplinary team with data, technical and policy expertise that will support you to build your capability and succeed in the role.

If you want to contribute to work that has long-lasting impacts, then we want to hear from you!

For further job related information:

For further information, please refer to the Jobs WA advert (link below)

Equity and Diversity

The Department of the Premier and Cabinet is committed to improving employment opportunities and outcomes for Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people. As a measure to achieve equality and support, section 51 of the Equal Opportunity Act 1984 (WA) will apply to this position. Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are encouraged to apply.

How to Apply:

To find out more about this opportunity and to apply for this position, click the direct link below:

Principal AI Engineer - Perth Metropolitan, Western Australia, Australia

📌 Principal AI Engineer (West Perth)
🏢 Department of the Premier and Cabinet
📍 West Perth