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We have an exciting opportunity for a General Manager Data Science and Delivery. This role will report directly to the Chief Data Officer.

Please note this is a fixed term opportunity available for the period of 12 months.

A bit about your role

As the General Manager Data Science and Delivery you will lead the delivery engineering teams across data science data engineering and software engineering creating a supportive environment where people thrive and outcomes are delivered with care and precision. You will oversee the endtoend delivery of data and analytics use cases partnering closely with the demand management team to ensure timelines budgets and quality standards are met. Your leadership will bring clarity to complex programs guiding the development of innovative data solutions selfservice capabilities and foundational platforms such as nbns data marketplace to unlock the value of our data assets across the organisation.

In this role you will champion datadriven decisionmaking shaping and executing a cohesive data science strategy that aligns with the Chief Data Office and nbns broader goals. You will steward projects from concept to adoption apply advanced statistical and machine learning techniques to derive meaningful insights and embed predictive modelling within use cases that improve customer experience operational efficiency and business performance. Through inclusive collaboration across teams you will nurture partnerships that turn great ideas into practical scalable data products that serve our purpose of lifting Australias digital capability.

A bit about you

If this sounds like you you will bring significant leadership experience in data science or a related discipline such as data or software engineering with a proud track record of delivering complex data initiatives and mentoring highperforming teams. You are fluent in modern data practices including Python or R SQL (with Spark preferred) and source control management tools like Git and you are comfortable with data manipulation and analysis libraries such as Pandas NumPy and SciPy. Your knowledge of cloud computing particularly AWS and your grounding in statistical modelling and machine learning algorithms enable you to design solutions that are both elegant and dependable.

You are an inclusive relationshipcentred leader who listens deeply communicates with clarity and builds trust through collaboration. You navigate ambiguity with a calm solutionsoriented mindset bringing people together to codesign pragmatic delivery plans and celebrate shared success. With your thoughtful approach to change and commitment to continuous improvement you will inspire a culture where data is accessible meaningful and responsibly used ensuring nbn remains forwardthinking communityminded and capable of achieving its goals.

Life at nbn

To be part of nbn is to be part of something bigger. Theres so much more from here. Our pioneering spirit drives us forward every day. Together we help lift the digital capability of the nation by building and connecting Australias best fibre infrastructure into homes and businesses plus places and things everywhere. Were continuing to create Australias networka network made for more. Not just a way for everyone to do the things they love but transforming the way they do them.

A more inclusive working world

nbn is committed to an inclusive flexible and supportive workplace where everyone can feel heard valued and respected. We believe diverse perspectives are the key to unlocking greater outcomes and encourage applications from people of all ages nationalities abilities and cultures. Thats why we have a Reconciliation Action Plan Accessibility & Inclusion Plan offer 18 weeks of paid parental leave are a Pride in Diversity Platinum Employer and have active employee-led diversity pillars.Click here to see our list of employee benefitsand why were recognised as a WORK180 Endorsed Employer for Women and their Employer of Choice for 2025.

Equal Opportunities for All

We champion equal opportunities for all employees. If you have any accessibility requirements and would like to discuss adjustments for the recruitment process please dont hesitate to contact us by emailing or calling our Recruitment Accessibility Enquiry Line at. Please note this line is dedicated to accessibility-related enquiries for the purposes of recruitment and only enquiries related to accessibility adjustments will be answered. For other matters please visit our Contact Us page on our website.

Where to from here

If you think this role might be for you we want to hear from you. Please apply by following the links and sending in your resume only. We do not require a cover letter or any selection criteria to be addressed.

Please note that this role is a Fixed-Term opportunity for the period of 12-months and applications will close at midnight on Wednesday 28th January 2026.

To be eligible for this role you must have full working rights in Australia.

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