AI Engineer

At AustralianSuper, we truly care about our colleagues.​ We know work and life are intertwined. That’s why we support the diverse needs of everyone and have policies that enable us all to thrive and be truly flexible. We ensure diversity is celebrated for the opportunity it provides us all to learn and grow, and deliver better outcomes for members. 

Your New Role

The AI Engineer is responsible for supporting the identification, testing, and implementation of new AI technologies and solutions that will improve operations, accelerate outcomes to business problems, and ultimately enable the Fund to better serve its growing member base. This role will support key stakeholders and projects to operationalise a newly established AI technology stack. Day to day tasks include educating technical and non-technical users, identification of use cases, creating and monitoring prototypes, and productionising solutions across the Fund. 

This role will require technical engineering proficiency and a strong growth mindset, as well as the ability to align ideas with the Fund’s technology strategies. Supporting the evolution of the Fund's AI framework, working with AI models and developing prototypes, and iterating to deliver fit for purpose scalable and resilient solutions will also be a key part of the role.

The AI Engineer is responsible for cultivating strong relationships with business stakeholders to ensure that the Technology Strategy aligns with and supports business objectives whilst fulfilling compliance requirements. The position encompasses both technical and business-oriented responsibilities, including participation in ideation, solution, and design workshops; conducting alpha and beta solution assessments; tracking value delivery; and ensuring alignment with members’ best financial interests.

The role will support several communities of practice, uplift AI awareness across the fund, partner with the domains in realising value through AI. The role forms a key part of the AI team and will partner closely with Data Engineering and Data Services. 

What You’ll Need  

• Knowledge of common AI development, automation, and Machine Learning tools

• Intermediate coding skills in Python, Azure ML Studios, Jupyter, or similar

• High levels of initiative with the ability to deal with multiple projects simultaneously 

• Excellent problem solving and conceptual/abstract thinking skills, coupled with business acumen

• Strong interpersonal skills with proven ability to build and maintain strong relationships stakeholders, and collaborate in a close team environment

• Developed written and oral communication skills with the ability to present ideas, perspectives and issues

• Experience with Agile methodology, start-up frameworks, and Lean IT.

• Experience in ITIL and DevOps processes, especially in release and change management

Life at AustralianSuper

AustralianSuper is committed to colleague development, and we support our people with ongoing learning, coaching and training, as well as career opportunities across our expanding global organisation. We offer generous leave entitlements and promote a blended working environment in which all roles can flex, and we’re happy to discuss what this looks like for you.

We cultivate a workplace that champions safety, respect, inclusiveness and diversity.  We are committed to supporting our diverse workforce in a way that is inclusive and embraces diversity in all its forms. If you require any reasonable adjustments to the recruitment process or the role, please let our recruitment team know.

What’s Next

Apply now, if you share our values of Energy, Integrity, Generosity of Spirit and Excellent Outcomes and would like the opportunity to work in a challenging, growing and rapidly evolving team to deliver outstanding results.

Australian or New Zealand citizenship or Australian permanent residency status is required.

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