" \u003cdiv class=\"ja-job-details\"\u003e \u003ch2 class=\"title\"\u003eData Scientist - Mining Technology\u003c/h2\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"meta\"\u003e \u003cul class=\"classifications\"\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"5396\"\u003e IT \u0026amp; Telecomms \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"5397\"\u003e IT - Other \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"5398\"\u003e Brisbane \u003c/li\u003e \u003cli data-id=\"5399\"\u003e Permanent / Full Time \u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cp class=\"date-posted\"\u003e 28/9/2026 \u003c/p\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003cul class=\"bullet-points\"\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with large, complex datasets using SQL, Python and Microsoft Azure\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to the entire software portfolio of a leading mining technology co.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePermanent Bne CBD role with interesting technical challenges \u0026amp; career growth\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"description\"\u003e Are you a hands-on \u003cstrong\u003eData Scientist or Data Engineer\u003c/strong\u003e who enjoys working with \u003cstrong\u003ecomplex databases\u003c/strong\u003e, optimising data processing and solving challenging technical problems?\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eJoin a leading mining technology software organisation whose products span the \u003cstrong\u003emining lifecycle, from mine planning and production\u003c/strong\u003e scheduling through to equipment maintenance and financial forecasting. Its technology connects mining operations with financial performance, helping mining companies make better operational and commercial decisions.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThis is an opportunity to work with \u003cstrong\u003edatasets containing millions of records\u003c/strong\u003e, using \u003cstrong\u003eSQL Server, Python\u003c/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Azure\u003c/strong\u003e to develop high-performing data solutions across a diverse portfolio of mining software products.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eThe opportunity \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll join an established Data Science team that works across the organisation\u0027s entire software portfolio, collaborating with multiple software development teams to deliver data engineering, reporting and analytical capabilities.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eWorking within a \u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft Azure-based development environment\u003c/strong\u003e, you\u0027ll focus on developing and optimising \u003cstrong\u003eSQL databases, ETL processes\u003c/strong\u003e and data pipelines that support complex commercial applications.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe role combines new feature development with the enhancement and maintenance of existing solutions, including opportunities to work with AI and large language models (LLMs).\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhat You\u0027ll Be Working On\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eDesign, develop and optimise \u003cstrong\u003eMicrosoft SQL Server databases\u003c/strong\u003e, complex queries, stored procedures and SQL Agent jobs.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop and optimise \u003cstrong\u003eSQL scripts\u003c/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong\u003eETL processes\u003c/strong\u003e, ensuring efficient execution, performance and scalability when processing millions of records.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eImplement \u003cstrong\u003eChange Data Capture (CDC)\u003c/strong\u003e, \u003cstrong\u003eChange Tracking\u003c/strong\u003e and incremental data processing techniques.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop \u003cstrong\u003ePython-based data processing\u003c/strong\u003e, transformation and automation solutions.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eIdentify and resolve database performance bottlenecks, improving query efficiency and data reliability.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eCollaborate with software development teams to deliver reporting, analytics and data-driven capabilities across multiple mining software products.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to \u003cstrong\u003eAzure-based data solutions\u003c/strong\u003e and explore opportunities involving \u003cstrong\u003eAI and LLM technologies\u003c/strong\u003e.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eWhat We\u0027re Looking For \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eWe\u0027re seeking someone with at least 5 years of relevant commercial experience in data science, data engineering, SQL database development or a related technical discipline.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eYour technical background will ideally include:\u003cbr\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong Microsoft SQL Server development, database design and performance optimisation skills.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eProven experience developing and optimising ETL processes and data pipelines.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with Change Data Capture (CDC), Change Tracking and incremental data updates.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong Python programming skills for data manipulation, processing and automation.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience working with large relational databases containing millions of records.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eStrong analytical, troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eThe ability to collaborate effectively with software engineers and technical stakeholders.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eHighly Regarded\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eMicrosoft Azure data platforms, Azure Databricks or Microsoft Fabric.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003ePower BI and reporting technologies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExperience with mining, equipment maintenance or operational datasets.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eExposure to AI, large language models, C# or Semantic Kernel.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eData modelling, statistical analysis or machine learning.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eThe Team \u0026amp; Environment \u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eYou\u0027ll join a small, technically capable and collaborative Data Science team supporting multiple software development teams across the business.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eThe organisation operates within an Agile development environment, offering opportunities to contribute to new product functionality, improve existing solutions and broaden your expertise in cloud data platforms and emerging AI technologies.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhy Join?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cul\u003e \u003cli\u003eWork with complex databases and datasets containing millions of records.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eDevelop your expertise in SQL Server, Python, Microsoft Azure and emerging AI technologies.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eContribute to innovative software products used throughout the mining industry.\u003c/li\u003e \u003cli\u003eJoin a collaborative technical team with opportunities for professional development and career progression.\u003c/li\u003e \u003c/ul\u003e \u003cstrong\u003eInterested?\u003c/strong\u003e \u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIf you\u0027re a Data Scientist, Data Engineer or SQL-focused developer who enjoys building efficient, scalable data solutions, we\u0027d love to hear from you.\u003cbr\u003e \u003cbr\u003eFor further information or a confidential discussion, please contact:\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFortunato (Forty) Galluzzo\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTask Recruitment\u003cbr\u003eMobile: 0438 870 9417\u003cbr\u003eEmail: forty@taskgroup.com.au\u003cbr\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eKatrina Penfold\u003c/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eTask Recruitment\u003cbr\u003eMobile: 0408 737 527\u003cbr\u003eEmail: katrina@taskgroup.com.au \u003c/div\u003e \u003cdiv class=\"apply\"\u003e \u003ca class=\"back-link\" href=\"#\" title=\"Back to search results\"\u003eBack to search results\u003c/a\u003e \u003cinput type=\"button\" class=\"ja-button\" data-job-id=\"1123669\" value=\"Apply Now\" title=\"Apply Now\" /\u003e \u003c/div\u003e \u003c/div\u003e "