Senior AI & Data Scientist

Shape Your World

At Alcoa, you will become an essential part of our purpose: to turn raw potential into real progress. The way we see it, every Alcoan is a work-shaper, team-shaper, idea-shaper & world-shaper.

This is your opportunity to help shape the future of sustainability with world-changing innovations and low-carbon technologies. Become a valued part of the team that’s shaping the future of aluminium, revolutionising the way the world lives, builds, moves and flies. Be part of it and shape your world.

About the Role

We’re on the lookout for a Senior AI & Data Scientist to join our ITAS Operations Portfolio Team, reporting to the AI Technical Lead. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to shape and deliver cutting-edge AI solutions that power smarter, safer and more efficient operations across Alcoa.

In this role, you’ll apply strong technical expertise and a results-driven approach to solve complex business challenges using advanced analytics and AI. Working across the full solution lifecycle from data exploration to deployment and continuous improvement - you’ll collaborate with cross-functional ITAS teams to translate business needs into scalable, high-impact solutions.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop and deploy AI and data science solutions across Operations and Enterprise functions

• Lead end-to-end solution development, including data exploration, feature engineering, model development, deployment and optimisation

• Partner with ITAS teams to ensure solutions are built on high-quality, reliable data foundations

• Develop and promote repeatable, well-documented AI workflows to support consistent delivery

• Apply responsible AI practices, ensuring transparency, governance, and appropriate safeguards

• Work closely with stakeholders to understand business needs, validate outcomes, and communicate insights clearly

• Ensure solutions meet standards for maintainability, scalability, cost efficiency, and security

What’s on offer

• Attractive remuneration and variable bonus plan.

• Flexible hybrid working options available.

• Employee growth and development opportunities.

• Parental leave support for all caregivers.

• Generous leave entitlements including a leisure a day off every 4-week period.

• Salary packaging for a novated car lease, employee share plan and superannuation options.

What you can bring to the role

• Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, Engineering or a related field.

• Substantial experience in a similar industry, delivering AI solutions with measurable business impact.

• Hands-on expertise in statistical modelling, machine learning and generative AI (e.g. RAG and agentic workflows)

• Experience working with complex operational datasets (e.g. time-series, sensor, historian data) and cloud-based AI platforms (preferably Azure).

• Proven ability to collaborate with stakeholders, mentor team members, and translate business problems into practical, scalable solutions.

• A flexible work approach to support global business priorities including participating in virtual meetings across various time zones and regions.

Additional information

• Interviews may progress prior to the closing date, although all applications will be considered.

• You will only be contacted if you are shortlisted for an interview, this process can take up to four weeks from the closing date.

Be part of shaping our organisation and join us in building a legacy of excellence for future generations.

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About the Location

Alcoa Australia’s company headquarters is located at 235 St Georges Terrace in Perth CBD, Western Australia, on Whadjuk Noongar land. The office is conveniently close to public transport and parking, and hosts employees from various business functions, including Commercial, Finance, Sustainability, Communications, and Human Resources, as well as expert teams supporting local and global locations. Our head office offers modern, open-plan working facilities and excellent end-of-trip amenities within a state-of-the-art building.

We are values led, vision driven and united by our purpose of transforming raw potential into real progress.  Our commitments to Inclusion, Diversity & Equity include providing trusting workplaces that are safe, respectful and inclusive of all individuals, free from discrimination, bullying and harassment and that our workplaces reflect the diversity of the communities in which we operate.    

This is a place where you are empowered to do your best work, be your authentic self, and feel a true sense of belonging. Come join us and shape your career!  

Your work. Your world. Shape them for the better.