EL1 Data Scientist

• Locations In Every State & Territory
• 8 month contract + possible 12-month extension
• Baseline Security Clearance required

• Contract from 19/10/2026 until 30/06/2027
• Federal Government Agency 
• Locations in any Major City across Australia, including:

Canberra, ACT | Sydney, NSW | Melbourne, VIC | Adelaide, SA | Brisbane, QLD Perth, WA | Darwin, NT | Hobart, TAS 

About the company
Karlka Recruiting Group has partnered with a Federal Government Agency to engage an EL1 Data Scientist. This position is located in Multiple Locations Available Across Australia for an initial 19/10/2026 – 30/06/2027 contract.

About the Position
The 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.

Duties

• Develop 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/Skills

• Baseline Security Clearance required
• Demonstrated 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 modern 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 Client

• $77.81 – $86.00 p/h plus super
• 12-month extension option available
• Opportunity to work on cutting-edge AI, machine learning and generative AI solutions

Benefits working with Karlka Recruiting Group 

• Weekly pay  
• Ongoing support: Pre, during and post placement 
• Dedicated consultant per contract
• Employee Assistance Program available
• Our agency supports Indigenous communities 

Locations also include the following:

• Newcastle, NSW
• Orange, NSW
• Bendigo, VIC

How to Apply
Apply now to be considered for submission to our client by 18/09/2026
Consultant: Mitch 
Email for questions only: recruitment@karlkarecruiting.com.au
*Please apply through this portal. Any applications through email may be missed.

Nyiyaparli and other Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander candidates are strongly encouraged to apply.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further discussion.
Applications received after the due date may be considered for similar roles.