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Senior Data Scientist - Department of Transport and Planning
Data Scientist
Lead advanced analytics projects for transport planning, leveraging Python, machine learning, and SQL to deliver data-driven insights that shape Victoria’s transport and land services.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and deploy predictive models to support transport planning and policy decisions.
- Extract, clean, and transform large datasets from multiple sources using SQL and Python.
- Collaborate with cross‑functional teams to translate business requirements into analytical solutions.
- Communicate findings through clear visualizations and reports for stakeholders.
- Maintain and improve data pipelines, ensuring data quality and integrity.
Requirements
- Advanced degree in Data Science, Statistics, Computer Science, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in data science or analytics roles.
- Strong knowledge of statistical modeling, machine learning algorithms, and model validation.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to present complex insights to non‑technical audiences.
Skills
pythonmachine learningsql