Lead Data Scientist

TEG Pty Ltd

. Oversee end-to-end development of multiple data science and AI products from early prototypes to stable production-grade systems .

Posted 11/12/2026full-timeSydney • AustraliaSenior💰 A$180,000 per yearWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in leading data science projects, particularly in developing and deploying machine learning and Generative AI solutions. Proficient in translating business strategies into technical execution while mentoring data scientists and ensuring high-quality code delivery.

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Machine Learning LeadershipGenerative AI SolutionsCloud Ecosystem ExpertiseBigQuery and Python ProficiencyMentoring Data Scientists

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Hard Skills

Data Science Project ManagementRecommendation SystemsPricing OptimizationCustomer SegmentationExperimental Framework DesignStatistical Methods ApplicationProduction-Quality Code DevelopmentModel Performance ValidationCloud DeploymentCollaborative Software Development

Soft Skills

Technical LeadershipClear CommunicationStakeholder EngagementMentoring

Tools & Technologies

GCPVertex AIGitCI/CD Pipelines

Industry Keywords

E-CommerceDigital EnvironmentData ScienceAI ProductsAgentic AI

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

BigQueryCloudGoogle Cloud PlatformPython

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Oversee end-to-end development of multiple data science and AI products from early prototypes to stable production-grade systems
Provide hands-on technical leadership for recommendation systems, dynamic pricing and customer segmentation
Supervise Data Scientists
Partner with ML Engineers and Product teams
Combine traditional machine learning with emerging agentic AI frameworks
Architect and lead delivery of machine learning and Generative AI solutions
Set technical standards beyond off-the-shelf implementations
Translate business strategy into technical execution plans with the Principal Data Scientist
Lead experimentation and measurement frameworks
Write production-quality code to develop and refine models
Partner with Machine Learning Engineers to deploy solutions on cloud platforms
Advise technical leads and business stakeholders
Translate complex model behaviour and AI-driven impact into clear, actionable reports
Mentor Data Scientists and transition experimental notebooks into production-grade systems

Requirements

What you’ll need

7+ years leading and delivering data science projects from inception to production
Ideally experience in a high-volume e-commerce or digital environment
Strong technical background in a major cloud ecosystem
Tertiary degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, Computer Science or a related discipline
Significant theoretical and practical experience in recommendation engines, pricing optimisation and customer lifecycle modelling
Proven experience building GenAI and Agentic AI solutions
Ability to design experimental frameworks and apply statistical methods to validate model performance and business uplift
Advanced skills in BigQuery and Python
Hands-on experience in GCP and Vertex AI (a must)
Extensive experience in collaborative software development environments
Experience with Git and CI/CD pipelines
Ability to articulate complex theoretical concepts and technical trade-offs clearly to technical leads and broader stakeholders
Track record of mentoring junior data scientists into senior contributors

Benefits

Comp & perks

Front row and backstage access to live moments – free and discounted tickets to shows, sport and festivals across our network, plus presales and staff allocations for major on-sales
Hybrid and flexible working, with flexible hours where your role allows
Paid leave for primary caregivers regardless of gender, with real support returning to work
Annual leave plus extras like birthday leave and purchase leave
Confidential support via our Employee Assistance Program (EAP), including career coaching for you and your family, plus free flu vaccinations
One paid volunteer day a year to support our community
Structured development programs like Ticketek Academy, secondments to major events, and career paths tailored to your interests and skills
ALL STAR Awards and service milestones
Equal opportunity and diverse and inclusive work environment