Senior Data Scientist And Senior Associate Data Scientist – Career Comeback Program 2026

CommBank

Sydney, Australia
Generative ai and llm frameworks experience
Machine learning model deployment and mlops
Python, sql, spark, tensorflow, pytorch proficiency
This role offers a structured 20-week Career Comeback Program designed to support experienced professionals returning to the workforce after an extended career break

Job Summary

  • This role offers a structured 20-week Career Comeback Program designed to support experienced professionals returning to the workforce after an extended career break.
  • Candidates will work on shaping Gen AI and machine learning capability at scale within the Chief AI Office or Chief Operations Office.
  • The position includes paid support, personalized career coaching, flexible working arrangements, and access to professional development workshops.

Matching Summary

This role offers a structured 20-week Career Comeback Program designed to support experienced professionals returning to the workforce after an extended career break.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Generative AI and LLM frameworks experience
  • Machine learning model deployment and MLOps
  • Python, SQL, Spark, TensorFlow, PyTorch proficiency
  • Cloud architecture (AWS or Azure) knowledge
  • Career break of two years or more

Nice-to-have

  • Experience with Agentic AI methods
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration skills
  • Passion for responsible AI practices
  • Curiosity to learn emerging AI patterns
  • Background in statistics and experimental design

Key Requirements

  • Permanent Australian working rights required
  • Based in Sydney at time of application
  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or Statistics
  • Prior experience in data science and predictive modeling
  • Minimum 2-year career break eligibility

Work Rights

Must have permanent Australian working rights

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