Build and deliver practical AI and automation tools using Python, Snowflake and AWS technologies. Your new companyJoin a major organisation delivering a technology enablement program focused on improving how complex operational and engineering processes are delivered. This is an initial 12-15-month contract prospect for an AI Engineer to join a specialist enablement team, developing practical AI and automation solutions that solve real business problems.You'll work closely with data, engineering and business stakeholders in an environment focused on rapid delivery, experimentation and continuous improvement.

Your new roleAs an AI Engineer, you'll build practical AI tools and automations designed to simplify manual processes and support engineering and operational teams.Rather than working on lengthy strategic programs, the focus is on identifying opportunities, developing solutions quickly and delivering incrementally, with initial tools targeted for delivery within short development cycles.You'll work alongside a Principal Data Scientist and broader specialist team to understand business processes, develop fit-for-purpose solutions and continue refining them as requirements evolve.Your responsibilities will include:

- Developing AI-enabled tools and automation solutions using Python
- Building solutions across technologies such as Snowflake, SQL and AWS SageMaker
- Exploring AI use cases including agents and document extraction
- Automating manual or repetitive business processes
- Using Power Apps and Power Automate to support workflow automation
- Building rapid prototypes and applications using Streamlit or similar frameworks
- Working directly with engineering and business stakeholders to understand end-to-end processes
- Delivering solutions iteratively within short, agile development cycles
- Navigating enterprise technology, cyber security and system-access requirements

What you'll need to succeedYou'll be a hands-on technologist who enjoys building,



testing and improving solutions rather than spending extended periods in strategy or discovery.You'll ideally bring:

- Strong Python programming skills
- Experience taking AI solutions from concept to working tool within short, iterative development cycles
- Experience developing practical AI or AI-enabled applications
- Robust SQL skills and experience working with data platforms such as Snowflake
- Exposure to AWS SageMaker or similar AI/ML platforms
- Experience with workflow automation and tools such as Power Automate
- Power Apps experience
- Streamlit or comparable rapid application development experience
- An understanding of AI agents, document extraction or similar applied AI use cases
- Experience translating business problems into working technical solutions
- An agile mindset with the ability to deliver, learn and iterate quickly
- Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills
- A proactive, optimistic approach and genuine interest in emerging technology
- Previous experience working within complex enterprise, engineering, resources or asset-intensive environments would be advantageous.

What you'll get in returnThis is an opportunity to work on applied AI initiatives where the focus is firmly on building and delivering, rather than AI experimentation without a clear business outcome.You'll join a small specialist team with access to experienced data and technology professionals, while working directly with stakeholders to turn real operational challenges into practical tools.You'll also receive:

- Long term contract up to 12-15-month initial
- Opportunity to deliver practical AI solutions with visible business application
- Collaborative environment working alongside senior data and technology specialists
- Opportunity to take solutions from idea through to working product within short delivery cycles

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📌 AI Engineer (Brisbane)
🏢 Hays
📍 Brisbane