Data Scientist, AI

Job Title: Data Scientist, AI Company: Virgin Australia Job Category: Machine Learning Roles & Responsibilities: Help shape how AI powers Australia’s favourite airline! Newly created, permanent role based out of our Brisbane or Sydney office (Hybrid). You’ll work closely with Revenue Management, Commercial and other business teams to identify opportunities where machine learning, optimisation and AI can make a meaningful difference. * Develop and deploy machine learning and predictive models to solve complex commercial and operational problems * Apply forecasting, optimisation and decision science to areas including pricing, demand, inventory and revenue management * Translate model outputs into clear, actionable recommendations that support better business decisions * Build robust, explainable and reproducible data science solutions, with strong validation, testing and monitoring * Explore and apply emerging AI capabilities, including generative AI and LLMs, where they can materially improve decision\-making, productivity or automation * Partner closely with stakeholders to understand their needs, measure impact and ensure solutions are adopted in practice * Contribute to a modern data science environment with strong engineering, version control and governance practices * Discounted flights for you and your loved ones (including $1000 worth of travel credits per year from 3 months in the role) * A flexible, hybrid work style. Work from home or the office, adapt your location to suit your style and needs * One of Brisbane’s most admired head office locations, with South Bank train station, a supermarket, pharmacy, and lunch options downstairs plus a 5\-minute walk to the Busway, a rooftop restaurant and onsite gym (with a low membership fee) and South Bank Parklands just across the road * Discounts on travel insurance, lounge membership, car hire, accommodation, and experiences worldwide * Cheaper hospitality, retail, technology, beauty and wellness services * Free counselling and access to a wellbeing app to support your physical, mental, social and financial health * ‘Dress for Your Day’ – enjoy the freedom to wear whatever makes you feel great for the type of work you do and the day you have ahead of you. Work Location: Sydney, New South Wales, Australia Availability: Full time

Virgin Australia is investing in AI and machine learning to make better decisions, improve the customer experience and run a smarter, more efficient airline. We’re committed to looking after you, with some of the best benefits and conditions in the industry – including (but not limited to): Key Skills: Machine Learning, Python, Pandas, NLP Salary: $1000