Closing Date: Friday November 14th 2026

face2face reference: 681137

Locations: Many locations across Australia

Contract Duration: Until 30 June 2027

Why Join?

- Work on a high-impact, large-scale data science project using R, Spark and Azure Databricks.
- Flexible location options across Australia with a contract through to 30 June 2027.
- Opportunity to contribute to complex modelling and analytics in a modern cloud-based environment.

About the Role We are seeking an experienced Data Scientist to support the transition of a complex microsimulation model into a scalable, production-ready environment. You will leverage your expertise in R, Databricks, Spark, and data engineering to optimise model performance, develop robust data pipelines, and implement best-practice testing and governance processes within a cloud-based platform.

Key Responsibilities

- Review, optimise and refactor complex microsimulation model code written in R.
- Develop and maintain scalable data pipelines using Azure Databricks and Spark technologies.
- Improve model performance and transition analytical solutions into production.
- Implement testing,



validation, version control and governance processes.
- Collaborate with technical and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality data solutions

Skills & Experience

- Robust experience with R programming, including developing and maintaining complex code and custom functions
- Hands-on experience with Azure Databricks, Spark, and productionising analytical or modelling solutions.
- Strong understanding of software engineering best practices, including testing, validation and version control.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and communication skills.
- Desirable: Experience with Azure Data Factory, Unity Catalog, ABS/labour market data, or previous Australian Government experience.
- Must hold a Baseline Security Clearance

Existing baseline security clearance is a mandatory requirement for this position. If you have any questions or would like more details, don’t hesitate to reach out to Maddy Farrellat [email protected].

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