8 month contract + possible 12-month extensionBaseline Security Clearance requiredContract from 19/10/2026 until 30/06/2027Locations in any Major City across Australia, including:Canberra, ACT | Sydney, NSW | Melbourne, VIC | Adelaide, SA | Brisbane, QLD Perth, WA | Darwin, NT | Hobart, TASAbout the companyKarlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a Federal Government Agency to engage an EL1 Data Scientist.
This position is located in Multiple Locations Available Across Australiafor an initial 19/10/2026 – 30/06/2027 contract.About the PositionThe EL1 Data Scientist will apply advanced data science, machine learning, natural language processing and generative AI capabilities to develop analytical solutions and support large-scale skills data initiatives.
The role will design scalable analytical processes, data pipelines and model-driven solutions.DutiesDevelop and deploy NLP, machine learning and generative AI solutions to extract, classify and relate information from complex datasets.Build and optimise transformer-based and Large Language Model (LLM) approaches for classification, semantic similarity, clustering and entity resolution.Design and implement scalable data pipelines, validation frameworks and analytical processes.Evaluate, test and improve model performance through benchmarking,



validation and quality assurance activities.Produce technical documentation and collaborate with technical stakeholders to operationalise AI-driven solutions.Requirements/SkillsBaseline Security Clearance requiredDemonstrated experience as a Data Scientist with advanced Python programming skills.Strong expertise in natural language processing (NLP), machine learning and Large Language Models (LLMs).
Experience developing and optimising AI and generative AI solutions within contemporary computing environments.Ability to apply model evaluation, validation, benchmarking and reproducibility methodologies.Experience with software engineering and MLOps practices, including version control, testing and model lifecycle management.Benefits working with this Client12-month extension option availableOpportunity to work on cutting-edge AI, machine learning and generative AI solutionsBenefits working with Karlka Recruiting GroupWeekly payOngoing support: Pre, during and post placementDedicated consultant per contractEmployee Assistance Program availableLocations also include the following:Newcastle, NSWOrange, NSWNyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.
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📌 El1 Data Scientist (Sydney)
🏢 Karlka Recruiting Group
📍 Sydney