Principal AI/ML Engineer

Principal AI/ML Engineer on a one-year fixed-term contract, supporting an organisation with hefty ambitions.

Tō kamupene hou | Your new company

Lead the Future of AI in the Public Sector and have the chance to make a meaningful impact globally. If you are passionate about the power of Artificial Intelligence and its role in driving significant change, here is an opportunity to be at the cold face of bleeding-edge technology and innovation. Working directly with stakeholders, you will bring to life the ambitions and passions of an organisation truly embracing the role AI can play in improving a key sector across Aotearoa, with C-suite buy-in already in play. The organisation is seeking an individual who is a visionary AI leader to help engineer the sector's future in a fast-paced, purpose-driven public sector environment that will enjoy a hands-on role building and shaping AI solutions.

Tō tūranga hou | Your new role


As a Principal AI Engineer, your role will be to lead organisations' AI initiatives, drive experimentation, and deliver impactful, real-world solutions that align with their strategic goals. You will work closely with the Senior Leadership Team, technology and data experts, subject matter specialists, and external stakeholders to bring this vision to life. You will also be responsible for identifying and prioritising a portfolio of AI opportunities across the organisation, including developing and delivering a roadmap of AI experiments and projects that solve real problems and unlock new possibilities. You’ll balance multiple initiatives while building strong relationships and championing AI across the organisation. You will build and deploy AI Solutions, designing and implementing machine learning models and AI tools that support data-driven decision-making and process automation, ensuring tangible benefits for our users and stakeholders.

You’ll turn complex data into actionable insights through dynamic dashboards, collaborate across teams and partners to ensure AI initiatives are aligned and future-focused, and manage project delivery and budgets to achieve measurable outcomes with impact.

Ngā uara me ngā pūkenga e angitu ai koe | What you'll need to succeed

Your previous experience as a highly skilled and resilient Principal or senior AI Engineer with proven experience leading AI initiatives in complex environments will put you in a great position to succeed in this role. You’ll bring strong technical expertise in machine learning, data modelling, and AI solution development, backed by a Master’s or PhD in Computer Science. You’ll be an engaging communicator who can translate complex data into actionable insights, influence stakeholders at all levels, and collaborate effectively across teams. You will be able to highlight real-world examples and user cases of building commercial AI solutions and tools, with the ability to work at pace with a problem-solving mentality.


Ngā hua ka whiwhi i a koe | What you'll get in return

Alongside a competitive salary of up to $175,000, this is a unique opportunity to work for a public sector client that is shaping a future where their customer base can truly thrive. As part of a forward-thinking public sector organisation, you’ll work in a supportive and inclusive environment that values creativity, diversity, and impact. There will be a real-life opportunity to see the benefits of your work, and it will present opportunities for professional growth and the chance to lead to meaningful change. As a te reo Māori learning organisation, focused on equity, lifelong learning, and building a culturally responsive workplace, the organisation welcomes candidates from diverse backgrounds and actively supports Māori and Pacific staff through dedicated networks and strategic initiatives.


Me aha koe ināianei | What you need to do now

If you're interested in this role, click 'apply now' to forward an up-to-date copy of your CV, or call on +6448863844.

If this job isn't quite right for you, but you are looking for a new position, please contact us for a confidential discussion on your career.

Summary

Job Type
Permanent
Industry
Technology & Internet Services
Location
Wellington
Specialism
Data & Advanced Analytics
Pay
$135,000 - $175,000
Ref:
2944196

Talk to a consultant

Talk to Andrew Dennison, the specialist consultant managing this position, located in Wellington
Level 9, 318 Lambton Quay

Telephone: +648863844

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