Senior AI Engineer

Join us and experience Bunnings from the other side of the counter!

What’s in it for you when you’re part of our team:

• Team discount at Bunnings and other Wesfarmers brands including Kmart, Target and Officeworks to name a few

• Free standard OnePass membership

• Access to over 100+ exclusive team member benefits across health, shopping, travel and stay, wealth, work and leave

• 12 weeks paid parental leave, regardless of gender

• Fun stuff like annual festive gifts, discounted food and drinks at our Bunnings Cafe, and travelling store team member opportunities

• We’re genuinely invested in your career and no matter where you start with us, that pathway is yours to build

About the role 

Looking to shape the future of AI at scale? At Bunnings, we’re not just experimenting with GenAI - we’re embedding it into the heart of how we work. From streamlining operations to unlocking new customer experiences, we’re building the best AI-powered solutions.  

As a Senior AI Engineer, you’ll join a passionate, hands-on team driving business impact through cutting-edge GenAI and automation. You’ll lead from the front - designing, building, and scaling solutions that matter. With a strong culture of learning, collaboration, and experimentation, we’re all about inspiring our team to give it a red-hot go. 

What’s involved 

• Design and deliver scalable GenAI and automation solutions that solve real business problems. 

• Experiment with emerging tech, from LLMs to the latest in Power Platform to build smart, secure, and maintainable systems. 

• Mentor and uplift your teammates through code reviews, pair programming, and knowledge sharing. 

• Collaborate cross-functionally with product owners, analysts, and designers to bring ideas to life. 

• Own the full lifecycle - from concept to deployment, monitoring, and continuous improvement. 

• Contribute to a growing community of AI practitioners, sharing learnings and shaping best practices. 

Who we’re looking for 

You’re a curious, hands-on engineer who thrives on solving complex problems and making things better. You love working in a team that values trust, autonomy, and a bit of fun along the way. You’re not afraid to try new things, share what you learn, and help others grow. 

You’ll bring a builder’s mindset and a passion for emerging tech, coupled with a passion for mentoring others and lifting the capability of the team. You will communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical team and be comfortable navigating ambiguity and iterating fast. You’ll believe in doing things the right way - secure, scalable, and maintainable. 

You’ll Need: 

• Demonstrated experience in software or AI engineering (ideally 10 plus years), coupled with demonstrated ability to lead technical initiatives. 

• Strong coding skills in Python, C#, or Java. 

• Hands-on experience with GenAI frameworks (e.g., transformers, LLMs). 

• Deep knowledge of the Microsoft Power Platform (Power Automate, Power Apps, custom connectors). 

• Proven ability to design and deliver AI solutions across business domains. 

• Experience with cloud platforms (Azure preferred or AWS/GCP). 

• Solid grasp of SDLC, Agile practices, and DevOps principles. 

• Automation experience, especially with visual business objects. 

As part of your application, include your up-to-date resume plus a cover letter outlining your experience with GenAI and how you use GenAI daily to enhance business processes, efficiencies or customer experience.

You’ll be part of a workplace where you’ll feel like you belong.

Bunnings strives to ensure everyone is treated fairly and our team are committed to supporting you at any stage of your recruitment journey. Be sure to let us know if you require an adjustment and we can provide the most appropriate support for you. If you have the experience, skills and a passion to grow but don't necessarily nail every single point in the job description, please still apply. Contact us at jobs@bunnings.com.au and a member of the team will be in touch. 

About Us

Bunnings is the leading retailer of home improvement and lifestyle products in Australia and New Zealand. We’re a major supplier to project builders, commercial tradespeople and the housing industry operating from a network of stores, trade centres, frame and truss sites and online.

By joining our passionate and diverse team, you’ll have the opportunity to grow, develop, have fun and make a positive difference – to our customers and the communities where we live and work. If you’re ready to roll up your sleeves and build something great together, apply today.

Please note if you are offered a role with us, background checks may be required. This can include police, employment and qualification checks. If a police check search returns a criminal record, Bunnings will assess whether the record impacts your ability to perform the key requirements of the role.