Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent and innovation led company with 738,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Accenture Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients succeed and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com. 

Location: Canberra, Australia

Mandatory Visa Type: Australian Citizen

WHO WE ARE:​

The beginning of a new Data & AI decade that will reshape work and society has begun. Accenture is stepping boldly into this future with a clear strategy and purpose: to help clients optimize and reinvent their business with data & AI — backed by a $3B investment and commitment to our people to do industry-defining work.

With over 45,000 professionals dedicated to Data & AI, Accenture’s Data & AI organization brings together our Experienced Innovation, Strategic Investment, Exceptional Talent, and Power Ecosystem.

THE WORK:​

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced AI/ML Expert to help drive our artificial intelligence and machine learning initiatives. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in developing and implementing AI/ML solutions, with a proven track record of applying these technologies to solve complex problems.

Responsibilities include:

• Design, develop, and implement advanced AI/ML models and algorithms

• Lead projects involving state-of-the-art AI technologies

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritise AI/ML opportunities

• Conduct data analysis and prepare datasets for diverse machine learning tasks

• Optimise existing ML models and develop new ones to improve performance across different AI paradigms

• Stay current with the latest AI/ML technologies and methodologies

• Communicate complex AI/ML concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders

• Mentor junior team members and contribute to the overall growth of the AI/ML practice

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Artificial Intelligence, Machine Learning, or a related field with a proven strong academic record

• 5+ years of experience in AI/ML development

• Proficiency in Python and relevant ML libraries (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch) Strong understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical modelling, and various deep learning architectures

• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills

• Strong communication and teamwork abilities

• Demonstrated ability to apply AI/ML techniques to real-world problems

• Familiarity with Generative AI (GenAI) and Large Language Models (LLMs), including their architectures, training processes, and applications

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience in the following AI fields:

  • Generative AI (GenAI)

  • Large Language Models (LLMs)

  • Natural Language Processing (NLP)

  • Computer Vision (CV)

  • Deep Learning (DL)

• Publications in peer-reviewed AI/ML journals or conferences

• Familiarity with ethical AI practices and bias mitigation in AI systems

• Experience with AI model deployment and MLOps

• Experience with big data technologies and cloud-based platforms and services

Important requirement of role due to highly classified nature of project:  

• Not a former citizen of a proscribed country (according to ITAR control regulations).

• Not a dual citizen of a non-Five eyes country.

• Citizens with willingness to obtain NV1 clearance

• Onsite Canberra based for at least next 2 years

• Bachelor’s degree in a technology related discipline 

Benefits of working at Accenture:

• Holistic well-being program including health insurance

• Life & Salary Continuance Insurance

• 18 weeks paid parental leave

• Long & short-term career break opportunities

• Structured career development program

• Local and international career opportunities.

• Certified as a Family Inclusive Workplace™

• Flexible Work Arrangements - centered around Accenture’s Truly Human ethos and our commitment to supporting the health and wellbeing of our people.

• We are proud to be in the top 3 of last year’s Diversity & Inclusion Index!

WHAT WE BELIEVE

At Accenture, we recognise that our people are multi-dimensional, and we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their authentic selves to work, every day. 

Our unwavering commitment to inclusion and diversity unleashes innovation and creates a culture where everyone feels they have equal opportunity. Our range of progressive policies support flexibility in ‘where’, ‘when’ and ‘how’ our people work to ensure that Accenture is an organisation where you can strive for more, achieve great things and maintain the balance and wellbeing you need. 

We encourage applications from all people, and we are committed to removing barriers to the recruitment process and employee lifecycle. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or sexual orientation and we do not tolerate discrimination. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or have a preferred communication method, please email [email protected] and cite the relevant Job Number, or contact us on +61 2 9005 5000. 

To ensure our workplace is inclusive and diverse we are setting bold goals and taking comprehensive action. To achieve these goals, we collect information that allows us to track the effectiveness of our Inclusion and Diversity programs. Learn how Accenture protects your personal data and know your rights in relation to your personal data. Read more about our Privacy Statement. 

About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services—creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with 750,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. We are uniquely able to deliver tangible outcomes because of our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song. These capabilities, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities. Visit us at www.accenture.com

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement for Australia:

At Accenture, we recognize that our people are multi-dimensional, and we create a work environment where all people feel like they can bring their authentic selves to work, every day.

Our unwavering commitment to inclusion and diversity unleashes innovation and creates a culture where everyone feels they have equal opportunity. Our range of progressive policies support flexibility in ‘where’, ‘when’ and ‘how’ our people work to ensure that Accenture is an organisation where you can strive for more, achieve great things and maintain the balance and wellbeing you need.

We encourage applications from all people, and we are committed to removing barriers to the recruitment process and employee lifecycle. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, disability status, ethnicity, gender, gender identity or expression, religion or sexual orientation and we do not tolerate discrimination. If you require adjustments to the recruitment process or have a preferred communication method, please email [email protected] and cite the relevant Job Number, or contact us on +61 2 9005 5000.

To ensure our workplace is inclusive and diverse we are setting bold goals and taking comprehensive action. To achieve these goals, we collect information that allows us to track the effectiveness of our Inclusion and Diversity programs. Learn how Accenture protects your personal data and know your rights in relation to your personal data. Read more about our Privacy Statement.