Data Scientist | wiqRetail

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Sydney, New South Wales, AUS
In-Office
Junior
Information Technology • Consulting
The Role
Design and deliver data science and analytics solutions for Woolworths Group retail challenges. Responsibilities include framing problems, implementing analytical workstreams, managing stakeholder relationships, translating technical insights into actionable recommendations, maintaining quality standards, and advancing analytical methodologies. The role requires strong programming, querying, statistical, machine learning, communication, and commercial problem-solving skills.
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Who is Quantium?

Quantium is a world leader in data science and artificial intelligence. Established in Australia in 2002, Quantium is a global team of more than 1,200 people across 14 locations with a unique blend of capabilities across product and consulting services to help businesses unlock value from data and analytics. Quantium partners with the world's largest corporations to forge a better, more intelligent world.

 

We're ALL in on AI — transforming ourselves into an AI-native organisation while helping our clients do the same. With 23 years of domain expertise, proprietary data partnerships, and industry-leading AI adoption (90% weekly active usage), we are at the forefront of what's possible with data.

About wiq

Wiq is the partnership between Quantium and Woolworths Group, bringing together Quantium's data science and advanced analytics capability with Woolworths' scale and retail expertise to reimagine retail by solving the most complex problems using data and analytics. As a team, we leverage Agile ways of working to help our team develop their skills while also making sure our team is focusing on solving the most complex problems for both our customers and team.

As the largest retailer in Australia and New Zealand, Woolworths Group serves over 20 million customers every week. The work within wiqRetail spans across the Woolworths business—from customer loyalty and personalisation to eCommerce, store operations, supply chain, ranging, and pricing.

The Role

We're looking for a Data Scientist to join the wiq team and play a crucial role in delivering sophisticated data science solutions that drive value for the Woolworths Group. This position combines technical expertise with growing commercial acumen to translate complex business problems into actionable analytical insights.

You'll work closely with stakeholders to understand their business challenges, design and implement analytical solutions, and communicate insights that drive measurable business outcomes.

What You'll Do
  • Design and deliver sophisticated analytics solutions that solve complex business problems
  • Deliver analytical workstreams, from problem framing through to solution implementation
  • Develop and maintain trusted relationships with key Woolworths stakeholders
  • Translate technical concepts and analytical insights into clear, actionable recommendations
  • Contribute to building team capabilities
  • Ensure high quality standards and best practices are maintained across deliverables
  • Deliver innovation in analytical approaches and methodologies
What You'll Bring
  • 2+ years' experience in data science and analytics
  • Strong programming and querying skills in languages such as Python, R, SAS or SQL
  • A deep understanding of statistical methods and machine learning techniques
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • A proven ability to translate complex analytical concepts into business insights
  • A track record of delivering high-impact analytics solutions
  • A degree in a quantitative field such as Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline
Our Values
  • Move fast with care — we hustle with humility and heart, even under pressure
  • Reach for remarkable — we respectfully challenge the status quo, with courage, passion, and discipline
  • Share our superpowers — we recognise, value, and celebrate what makes each of us unique
  • Balance tomorrow with today — we weigh short- and long-term trade-offs thoughtfully in our decision-making
  • Drive for impact — we own the responsibility to deliver tangible value to our partners and clients
What could your Quantium experience look like?

Working at Quantium will allow you to challenge your imagination. You will get to solve complex business problems using rigour, precision, and by asking great questions — but it also means you can think big, outside the box, and push your problem-solving skills to the max.

By joining the Quantium team, you'll get to:

  • Forge your path: So many of our team have moved around different teams or offices. You'll be in the driver's seat, and we empower you to make your career your own.
  • Find your kind: Embrace diversity and connect with your tribe — think foodies, dog lovers, readers, or runners.
  • Make an impact: Leave your mark. Your contributions resonate, regardless of your role or rank.
Benefits

On top of the Quantium experience, you will enjoy a range of great benefits that go beyond the ordinary, including:

  • Flexible work arrangements: Achieve work-life balance at your own pace with hybrid and flexible work arrangements
  • Remote working: Embrace the opportunity to work outside of your assigned home location for up to 30 days every year (eligibility criteria apply)
  • Global mobility: As we expand globally, there are lots of exciting opportunities to work abroad with Quantium

Competitive salary, dependent on experience, range from $96,500 base and upwards

Apply now and let's forge a better, more intelligent world together! 

Quantium’s recruitment process involves the collection and use of personal information, see our Candidate Data Collection Notice for more information. This provides information on how we collect, use & store your personal information, including potential disclosure to our majority shareholder, Woolworths Group Limited.


Skills Required

  • 2+ years of experience in data science and analytics
  • Strong programming and querying skills in Python, R, SAS, or SQL
  • Deep understanding of statistical methods and machine learning techniques
  • Strong stakeholder management and communication skills
  • Ability to translate complex analytical concepts into business insights
  • Track record of delivering high-impact analytics solutions
  • Degree in Statistics, Mathematics, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related quantitative discipline
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The Company
HQ: Sydney
1,280 Employees
Year Founded: 2002

What We Do

When expertly harnessed and strategically applied, data can be transformational. Quantium offers an unmatched track record of innovation in analytics and data science since 2002. We combine the best of human and artificial intelligence to power possibilities for individuals, organisations and society. Founded in Australia in 2002, Quantium works with iconic brands in over 20 countries, partnering on their greatest challenges and unlocking breakthrough opportunities.

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