Sr. Associate Data Scientist

• You are curious, enthusiastic and passionate to build advanced ML models
• We are a committed team responsible for delivering best in class models to strengthen the lending decisions
• Together we will deliver state of the art solutions that enable effective risk management across the Group!

Do work that matters:

Here, you’ll turn your passion into reality. You will be responsible for delivering advanced models and analytics, working with a diverse range of modern technologies and data to uplift our cyber defence capabilities, enhancing the risk outcomes and the customer experience, supporting the Cyber Security stakeholder group. In this role, you will be developing and implementing AI in key areas of Cyber Defence Operations to uplift Group’s ability to prevent, detect and respond to the evolving cyber threat landscape.

See yourself in our team:

As we continue our pursuit of NPS +30 we need to transform the way we engage with our customers and support communities and people.  Our Technology team has a unique role to enable the Group’s strategy in enabling a brighter future for all. Technology is responsible the information technology systems for the Group, including information management. It is the key differentiator in how CBA delivers value to our customers and provides foundational services for the Australian economy.

We are a part of the Chief Data and Analytics Office (CDAO) team that is responsible for leading the delivery of world-class data, analytics, and technology capabilities to improve the financial well-being of our customers and communities. The Technology Data Science team supports different areas within Technology space such as Group Security that includes Fraud management and Cyber Security, Retail Technology, Chief Technology Office etc.

We support our people with the flexibility to balance where work is done with at least half your time each month connecting in office. We also have many other flexible working options available including changing start and finish times, part-time arrangements and job share to name a few. Talk to us about how these arrangements might work for you.

We’re interested in hearing from people who have:

• Experience in Model development including understanding the value of industry leading models.
• Awareness of the end-to-end delivery of advanced models and Gen AI solutions, from translation of business problem to a technical solution and manipulation of large and complex data assets through to advanced and automated model management.  
• Passion for working across a broad range of business challenges and data, from improvements and optimisation in existing processes to green-field problem spaces, in a transparent and risk aware manner.

Tech skills

We use a broad range of tools, languages, and frameworks. We don’t expect you to know them all but having significant `experience and exposure with some of these (or equivalents) will set you up for success in this team.

• Tertiary qualifications, with above average academic achievements, in a quantitative discipline such as mathematics, statistics, econometrics, actuarial science, engineering and data science. A solid foundation in applying advanced mathematical and statistical techniques is essential. 
• Programming skills in R, Python SAS and SQL, and manipulation of large and complex datasets, Machine / Deep Learning / Gen AI / Natural Language Processing.
• Knowledge of database management systems (e.g., SQL, Spark, Hive), data analysis tools (R, Python) and data integration techniques.
• Solid time management and prioritisation skills.
• Demonstrated skills in written and verbal communication, including ability to interpret and report complex material and make sound recommendations to a range of stakeholders.
• Experience in developing AI solution for cyber security is a plus.

Working with us: 

Whether you’re passionate about customer service, driven by data, or called by creativity, a career here is for you.

Our people bring their diverse backgrounds and unique perspectives to build a respectful, inclusive and flexible workplace. We are working hard to recruit people who represent the diversity of our customers and our society. If you're excited about this opportunity but you don't meet every single requirement, or your experience doesn't align perfectly, we still want to encourage you to send in your application. You may just be the perfect candidate for this opportunity or another within CommBank.

At CommBank we will inspire you with work that makes a difference, surround you with talent people that respect and value each other, and empower you to grow professionally and personally. Most of all, making a positive impact for customers, communities and each other is part of our every day.

We’re determined to make a real difference for Australia’s first peoples. We encourage all interested applicants to apply. If you’re already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including BankWest), you’ll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career. 

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If you're already part of the Commonwealth Bank Group (including Bankwest, x15ventures), you'll need to apply through Sidekick to submit a valid application. We’re keen to support you with the next step in your career.

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