Data Scientist - Classifications Model Specialist

Company Description

At Shift, we’re business specialists dedicated to helping Australian SMEs take control of their cashflow, streamline trade terms and choose the right financial products.  

We believe Australian businesses are the driving force behind our economy and the heart of our community. That’s why our business expertise, relationship focus, and market-leading technology is at the core of everything we do.  

Our unique approach and collaborative culture means you can build your career with support. You’ll be joining a diverse team of over 250 people who are always looking to deliver better outcomes for the 25,000+ Australian businesses we’ve served (and counting!)

Job Description

As a Data Scientist - Classifications Model Specialist at Shift, you will play a pivotal role in maintaining and evolving our classification models. You’ll be responsible for ensuring their continued success through performance monitoring, updates, and collaboration across teams. Your work will directly impact how we leverage data to drive business decisions and optimise our systems.

What you’ll do: 

• Maintain and enhance the performance of classification models through regular updates and monitoring.
• Support updates to model architecture, training sets, and model validation.
• Build and implement monitoring capabilities to effectively track model health.
• Develop and document processes to ensure smooth and consistent operations.
• Collaborate with data science, engineering, and operational teams to align on classification needs and improvements.   

Qualifications

What you’ll bring: 

• Familiarity with Python, SQL (or willingness to learn on the job), and data visualisation tools.
• Experience with classification models or Large Language Models.
• Strong background in data science, analytics, or a related field, with experience in maintaining or implementing machine learning models.
• Experience in creating and managing monitoring frameworks for models or systems.
• Proven ability to document and communicate complex processes clearly and effectively.
• A proactive approach to problem-solving and continuous process improvement.
• Ability to manage competing priorities and deliver high-quality results under deadlines.
• Flexibility to adapt to evolving needs in a fast-paced environment.
• Collaborative mindset with strong communication skills.

Additional Information

Key benefits: 

• Collaborative teams – a flat structure means everyone can learn from colleagues and senior leaders around the business.  

• Flexible working environment – we’re headquartered in North Sydney with state-based workplaces and offer a flexible work policy.  

• Family support – industry leading 26 weeks paid parental leave.  

• Varied workspaces – our office enables areas for collaboration, brainstorming and socialising as well as focus zones. 

• Wellness focus – grab a healthy breakfast, snacks and if you like keeping active, we have excellent building facilities to support you. 

• Positive environment – come together with all your colleagues at Sydney HQ every 100 days to set and collaborate on key cross functional business priorities