Artificial Intelligence Engineer Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - May 2026

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Clinical Data Engineer

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$110,279 - $134,292 p.a plus super

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Turn complex clinical data into insights that improve lives!

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

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Listed thirteen hours ago

AI Engineer

at FourQuarters Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

We are looking for an AI Engineer to join our client on a 6 month initial contract basis in Sydney.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

13h ago

Listed nine days ago

AI Engineer - Microsoft Copilot

at Nuage Technology Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

Client is open to Remote Working (from Australian East Coast)
Greenfield AI Projects
Award Winning Enterprise Business

Client is open to Remote Working (from Australian East Coast)
Greenfield AI Projects
Award Winning Enterprise Business

AI Engineer - Microsoft Copilot

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed seventeen hours ago

Databricks AI Engineer

at DWS Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Up to $240,000pa including Super

Databricks AI - Python SQL - Attractive Salary - Enterprise Organisation
Career progression, paid training / certifications, work-life balance
Join DWS; a leading IT Consultancy, and part of HCL Technologies

Databricks AI - Python SQL - Attractive Salary - Enterprise Organisation
Career progression, paid training / certifications, work-life balance
Join DWS; a leading IT Consultancy, and part of HCL Technologies

DWS are seeking a highly capable Databricks AI Engineer to design, build and support enterprise-grade data solutions on a modern cloud data platform.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

17h ago

Listed six days ago

AI / ML Engineer - New Project

at Bridge Associates APAC Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

New Project - Cutting edge Tech - Ongoing Contract - Python - AI - ML - Cloud

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed eighteen days ago

AI Engineer

at RACV

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Competitive Salary | Discounts on RACV Products
6 month contract | Hybrid Working

Competitive Salary | Discounts on RACV Products
6 month contract | Hybrid Working

Join our Transformation Team and work along side our high calibre AI and Technology Team.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

18d ago

Listed one day ago

AI Software Engineer - Sydney

at The Recruitment Company

This is a Contract/Temp job

North Sydney, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$100K-125K Base + Super + Bonus

Join our client’s team as a Software Engineer and be a part of Agentic AI innovation in insurance tech.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed four days ago

Forward Deployed AI Engineer

at Galileo Search

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Build Claude Solutions Side-by-Side with Clients who need someone who can think with them, build with them, and ship with them

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

4d ago

Listed nine days ago

Data Engineer - Databricks and AI Agents

at TRS - Public Sector

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Up to $1000 p/d

Build AI agents and data solutions using Databricks to drive automation, optimisation, and operational improvements.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed seven days ago

Security Design Engineer - Artificial Intelligence (AI)

at Genesis IT Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Docklands, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$1,000 per Day (incl. super)

The Security Design Engineer is to design AI-driven defensive capabilities, create HLD/LLD, and deploy security controls aligned to architecture.

subClassification: SecuritySecurity

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

7d ago

Listed ten days ago

Clinical Data Engineer

at Murdoch Children's Research Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$110,279 - $134,292 p.a plus super

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Build data pipelines and dashboards for clinical insights
Work with scientists to turn complex data into decisions
Contribute to AI and data innovation in healthcare

Turn complex clinical data into insights that improve lives!

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

10d ago

Listed one day ago

Embedded Software Engineer

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Fishermans Bend, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$150 - $180 per hour including super

12 + 12 month contract
NV1 Security Clearance Required
Weekly pay + some WFH available

12 + 12 month contract
NV1 Security Clearance Required
Weekly pay + some WFH available

UI Designer/Software Engineer with C++, Qt and HMI expertise to support Defence autonomous systems development and prototyping.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

1d ago

Listed two days ago

Data Engineer

at Approach Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

$110 - $145/hr

Drive impactful data transformation and modern analytics initiatives
Work on enterprise-scale Azure, Fabric & Power BI solutions
12 months with a 12 month extension option

Drive impactful data transformation and modern analytics initiatives
Work on enterprise-scale Azure, Fabric & Power BI solutions
12 months with a 12 month extension option

Join a data transformation team in Canberra using Azure, Fabric & Power BI with hybrid flexibility and impactful work.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

2d ago

Listed ten days ago

Senior AI Engineer

at PRA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Work for a company pushing the boundaries with AI & exploring newer better ways to utilise it daily within the business! Utilise AI/LLM tech + Python

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

10d ago

Listed six days ago

Data Engineer - Azure, Fabric & Data Pipelines

at Box Hill Institute

This is a Contract/Temp job

Box Hill, Melbourne VIC

Attractive Remuneration + Perks

Permanent ongoing Full-time Position
Real work-life balance - Flexible working arrangements
Onsite Parking + Exclusive On-campus benefits

Permanent ongoing Full-time Position
Real work-life balance - Flexible working arrangements
Onsite Parking + Exclusive On-campus benefits

Build scalable Azure and Microsoft Fabric data pipelines powering analytics, reporting and AI in a high growth, innovative environment.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Graduate Data Engineer

at NTI Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Gain hands-on experience with data pipelines, SQL and cloud tools
Kickstart your career with a leading Australian insurer and graduate program
Great culture and team environment + investment into your development

Gain hands-on experience with data pipelines, SQL and cloud tools
Kickstart your career with a leading Australian insurer and graduate program
Great culture and team environment + investment into your development

Graduate opportunity to build real world data engineering skills across pipelines, ETL and cloud platforms within a leading Australian insurer

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed fifteen days ago

AI Solution Engineer – Automation & Digital Value (Fixed Term)

at Ryman Healthcare

This is a Contract/Temp job

Southbank, Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Unlock your potential in a supportive environment that values your expertise
Make a meaningful difference in what you do
Thrive under leaders who champion respect and support your success

Unlock your potential in a supportive environment that values your expertise
Make a meaningful difference in what you do
Thrive under leaders who champion respect and support your success

Turn opportunities into deployed AI solutions that deliver value!

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

15d ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Machine Learning Ops Engineer

at Horizontal Talent Australia Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$90 – $100 per hour

Work on real world AI problems
Be the champion who guides the team through the ML journey
Build cutting-edge AI and machine learning capabilities

Work on real world AI problems
Be the champion who guides the team through the ML journey
Build cutting-edge AI and machine learning capabilities

Build cutting-edge AI and machine learning capabilities for high growth organisations

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

24d ago•Expiring

Listed three days ago

TSPV - Data Scientist (INAN 5)

at Compas Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role based onsite in Canberra
Contract through to approx. 30 June 2027 plus extensions
Build AI, ML and computer vision solutions in a secure setting

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role based onsite in Canberra
Contract through to approx. 30 June 2027 plus extensions
Build AI, ML and computer vision solutions in a secure setting

TSPV-cleared Data Scientist role in Canberra delivering AI, ML and computer vision solutions for high-impact intelligence outcomes.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed seven days ago

Data Test Automation Engineer

at Correlate Resources

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Maintain Python data test automation scripts.
Validate data using complex SQL and BigQuery.
Support CI/CD, UAT, PVT and documentation.

Maintain Python data test automation scripts.
Validate data using complex SQL and BigQuery.
Support CI/CD, UAT, PVT and documentation.

Data Test Automation Engineer to support automated data quality checks across our cloud based data platform

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Data Engineer

at FinXL IT Professional Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

We are seeking a Data Engineer to complete an integrated data pipeline that maintains, manages & updates the databases -Brisbane CBD and Remote

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

TSPV - Software Developer (Computer Vision & Machine Learning)

at Compas Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

TSPV-cleared Software Developer role based onsite in ACT
12-month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options
Build CV and ML solutions in a secure intelligence environment

TSPV-cleared Software Developer role based onsite in ACT
12-month contract with 2 x 12-month extension options
Build CV and ML solutions in a secure intelligence environment

TSPV-cleared Software Developer role in ACT building computer vision and machine learning solutions in a secure environment.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed nine days ago

Software Engineer

at Cleared Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Deakin, Canberra ACT

Long term contract opportunities offering competitive rates
Work on meaningful projects that contribute toward the safety of Australians
Defend Australia from global threats and assist in advancing national interests

Long term contract opportunities offering competitive rates
Work on meaningful projects that contribute toward the safety of Australians
Defend Australia from global threats and assist in advancing national interests

software

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Conversational AI / Copilot Engineer

at Profusion PAC Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Daily Rate on Offer

12 months Contract Opportunity
Build leading edge customer facing Gen AI Chatbots
Enjoy the flexibility of a Hybrid working model

12 months Contract Opportunity
Build leading edge customer facing Gen AI Chatbots
Enjoy the flexibility of a Hybrid working model

Build and scale trusted, customer‑facing GenAI experiences at enterprise scale | 12mth Contract | Melbourne

Recruited byAngela Jenkin

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

20d ago

Listed nine days ago

Anthropic Integration Engineer

at Galileo Search

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Great Contract Rates

Join Australia's first AI Talent Marketplace. We are building a workforce of Anthropic Integration professionals - ongoing assignments, contract

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

9d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Research Engineer - Software

at OncoRes Medical

This is a Contract/Temp job

Nedlands, Perth WA

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

12 month full-time contract with free on-site parking available
Flexible working arrangements available
Unique opportunity to get involved in an early rapidly growing company

A rare opportunity to help develop a novel, disruptive medical product that will impact the lives of millions of people around the world.

subClassification: Clinical/Medical ResearchClinical/Medical Research

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Analytics Solution Engineer

at ACECQA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$126436 - $140976 p.a. + Hybrid flexibility

Base salary + 12% superannuation, xmas shutdown, wellness program, EAP
Work from home 1-3 days a week. Beautiful city office near Museum train station
Support from an enthusiastic and invested team of managers and colleagues

Base salary + 12% superannuation, xmas shutdown, wellness program, EAP
Work from home 1-3 days a week. Beautiful city office near Museum train station
Support from an enthusiastic and invested team of managers and colleagues

Delivers data-driven analytics, translating complex requirements into insights, reports and AI solutions using modern tools to support decision-making

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

6d ago

Listed eight days ago

Java Engineer - AI x Quality Engineering

at Robert Walters

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$1100 - $1250 p.d. 12 month contract

Build AI‑powered backend agents improving code quality across a major enterprise
Join a specialist engineering group shaping organisation‑wide AI strategy
Long‑term contract potential with strong visibility to senior engineering leader

Build AI‑powered backend agents improving code quality across a major enterprise
Join a specialist engineering group shaping organisation‑wide AI strategy
Long‑term contract potential with strong visibility to senior engineering leader

Backend Java role building AI‑driven code‑quality agents in a high‑impact engineering team. 12 month contract with long-term potential.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

classification: Information & Communication Technology(Information & Communication Technology)

8d ago

Listed fourteen days ago