Data Science Lead Contract Temp Jobs in Australia - Jun 2026

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Senior Data Engineer

This is a Contract/Temp job

12 month Day Rate Contract
$850 - $900 ins super
Flexible working arrangements

12 month Day Rate Contract
$850 - $900 ins super
Flexible working arrangements

A leading Australian financial services organisation is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join its growing Investments team. Sydney or Melbourne ba

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

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Listed twenty one hours ago

Lead Data Scientist

at Calleo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

AUD 120 - 130 per hour

Job Location - Canberra / Sydney / Brisbane
Federal Government role
Australian Citizenship required

Job Location - Canberra / Sydney / Brisbane
Federal Government role
Australian Citizenship required

Lead the design, development and delivery of complex statistical, econometric and predictive models

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

21h ago

Listed twenty one hours ago

Lead Data Scientist

at Calleo

This is a Contract/Temp job

Capital Hill, Canberra ACT

AUD 120 - 130 per hour

Job Location - Canberra / Sydney / Brisbane
Federal Government role
Australian Citizenship required

Job Location - Canberra / Sydney / Brisbane
Federal Government role
Australian Citizenship required

Lead the design, development and delivery of complex statistical, econometric and predictive models

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

21h ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Data Science Lead

at sportsbet.com.au

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Working closely with senior stakeholders across product, technology, and commercial teams, you will translate complex data solutions into clear...

subClassification: Team LeadersTeam Leaders

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

17d ago

Listed one day ago

Data Quality Assurance & Governance Lead - 12mnth contract

at PRA

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

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Data Quality & Governance Lead (12-mth contract, Sydney/Canberra) with NV1 to drive profiling, validation, and data quality across hybrid environment

subClassification: Testing & Quality AssuranceTesting & Quality Assurance

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

1d ago

Listed one day ago

Machine Learning & AI Lead

at Sestra People Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

McMahons Point, Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$180,000 – $200,000 per year

Own a world-first, already-built AI platform entering commercial scale-up
Flexible start (1–2 days/week) with a clear path to full-time perm
Work directly with Founder & COO to grow and build the product and team

Own a world-first, already-built AI platform entering commercial scale-up
Flexible start (1–2 days/week) with a clear path to full-time perm
Work directly with Founder & COO to grow and build the product and team

Step into a world-first AI platform built over four years — now scaling into commercialisation| | 1–2 Days a Week, transitioning to Full-Time Perm.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

1d ago

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Data Scientist (hands-on & production focus)

at FinXL IT Professional Services

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Day-rate or fixed-term salary option

Data Scientist (hands-on & production focus), deploy data science solutions, experience with Python, SQL, ML and modelling, Sydney CBD & WFH

subClassification: OtherOther

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

13d ago

Listed six days ago

Lead Data Engineers

at Compas Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT

Competitive rates

Lead data engineering roles across ACT and SA
Secure analytics and data platform environment
12-month contract with 2 extension options

Lead data engineering roles across ACT and SA
Secure analytics and data platform environment
12-month contract with 2 extension options

Lead Data Engineer contract supporting secure analytics, data pipelines and platform outcomes across ACT or SA.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

6d ago

Listed seventeen days ago

Product Lead - Data & Analytics

at Australian Alliance to End Homelessness

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$100,000 – $120,000 per year

Design & build scalable data pipelines powering national effort to end homelessness-turning complex data into reliable insights for frontline impact.

subClassification: Product Management & DevelopmentProduct Management & Development

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

17d ago

Listed seven days ago

Data Delivery Lead

at Talent

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

INC Super

Full time Hours 4-Day Week Considered
Strong Possibility for contract extension
Hybrid WFH Flexibility

Full time Hours 4-Day Week Considered
Strong Possibility for contract extension
Hybrid WFH Flexibility

We're seeking an experienced Data Delivery Lead to drive the delivery of key data initiatives across data platforms, migration, governance.

subClassification: OtherOther

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

7d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Data Engineer

at TalentWeb Consulting

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

12 month Day Rate Contract
$850 - $900 ins super
Flexible working arrangements

12 month Day Rate Contract
$850 - $900 ins super
Flexible working arrangements

A leading Australian financial services organisation is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to join its growing Investments team. Sydney or Melbourne ba

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

3d ago

Listed nine days ago

Data Quality Lead

at Talenza

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW

$1k - $1100 p.d.

Data Quality Lead - FS - 12 Months - Data Quality - $1,100pd + Super

subClassification: OtherOther

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

9d ago

Listed twenty nine days ago

Data Lead

at IBC Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Contract - $1200-1300 a day
Long term, greenfield program
Hybrid

Contract - $1200-1300 a day
Long term, greenfield program
Hybrid

Data Lead required for long term greenfield project - East Coast (Sydney, Melbourne or Brisbane)

Recruited byZach Walker

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

29d ago•Expiring

Listed thirteen days ago

Senior Data Analyst

at Ambition

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Remote)

$7k - $11k p.m.

Databrick is MUST!!!!!!!!! Data Validation and Governance
SQL, Excel, Power BI, Python is a MUST
ONLY SYDNEY BASED

Databrick is MUST!!!!!!!!! Data Validation and Governance
SQL, Excel, Power BI, Python is a MUST
ONLY SYDNEY BASED

Leads SEAA deep-dives, KPI design, & advanced Databricks/Power BI to drive executive insights.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

13d ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Data Engineer

at Aurizon

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

Join one of Australia's top-tier rail freight companies, leading the industry
Opportunities for career development and progression
Supportive culture and values driven environment

Join one of Australia's top-tier rail freight companies, leading the industry
Opportunities for career development and progression
Supportive culture and values driven environment

Provide thought leadership and deliver cutting‑edge capabilities in data acquisition, modelling, transformation and publication.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

2d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Data Engineer (Talend & Snowflake)

at Billigence

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Initial 12 month contract + extensions | Must be Sydney based | Hybrid 3 days per week in the office.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

3d ago

Listed twenty days ago

Lead Data Consultant | Azure DataBricks Snowflake

at ScaleUp Recruitment

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

$900 - $1000 per day

6 Month Contract with view to go perm
Hybrid flexible Working
Take ownership of critical data migration projects

6 Month Contract with view to go perm
Hybrid flexible Working
Take ownership of critical data migration projects

6 Month Contract with view to go perm | Data Bricks Azure & Snowflake | Lead a small team - huge impact

Recruited bySam Elderfield

subClassification: ConsultantsConsultants

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

20d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Principal Data Architect

at Ethos BeathChapman

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Lead enterprise data transformation for a Federal Government agency. 9-month contract | Sydney CBD | Hybrid

subClassification: ArchitectsArchitects

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

15h ago

Listed twenty four days ago

Lead Data Engineer

at Osborne Richardson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Brisbane QLD(Hybrid)

A large Brisbane local council is looking for an experienced Data Engineer to provide leadership for their Microsoft Fabric.

subClassification: Programme & Project ManagementProgramme & Project Management

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

24d ago•Expiring

Listed seventeen hours ago

Data Scientist and Modeller

at The University Of Melbourne

This is a Contract/Temp job

Parkville, Melbourne VIC

$87266 - $118416 p.a. + plus 17% super

Shape public health policy using advanced Python simulation and modelling
Apply now to build models that guide impactful health and economic decisions
17% super, salary packaging, wellbeing, discounts, development

Shape public health policy using advanced Python simulation and modelling
Apply now to build models that guide impactful health and economic decisions
17% super, salary packaging, wellbeing, discounts, development

Drive cutting-edge Python simulation models that shape health policy, equity and economic outcomes across diverse interventions.

subClassification: Research & FellowshipsResearch & Fellowships

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

17h ago

Listed two days ago

Senior Data Analyst

at Department of Jobs, Skills, Industry and Regions

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Play an important role in ensuring effective and efficient funding of vocational education and training.

subClassification: OtherOther

classification: Education & Training(Education & Training)

2d ago

Listed seven days ago

Principal Data Engineer

at Independent Technology Consultants Cooperative Pty Ltd

This is a Contract/Temp job

Tullamarine, Melbourne VIC

Shape a modern Azure data platform and architecture at scale
Senior hands-on role driving standards, mentoring, and direction
Solve complex data challenges using Databricks and real-time pipeline

Shape a modern Azure data platform and architecture at scale
Senior hands-on role driving standards, mentoring, and direction
Solve complex data challenges using Databricks and real-time pipeline

Help shape a modern cloud data platform and influence architecture in a high-impact role within a collaborative Melbourne Data & Analytics team.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

7d ago

Listed six days ago

Data Engineer

at Bluefin Resources Pty Limited

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

AUD 1000 - 1100 per day, Long-Term Contract

2 x Senior Data Engineer contracts at leading Uni. Snowflake and Talend build work, Coalesce training provided. $1,000-$1,100/day + super, hybrid

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

6d ago

Listed fifteen hours ago

Data Engineer

at Sharp & Carter Digital and Technology

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

$180-200k inc super pro rata

Senior Data Engineer (Contract) | Azure, Snowflake, dbt, Python | Production + build | Own pipelines in a modern cloud stack

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

15h ago

Listed three days ago

Principal Data Engineer

at Clicks IT Recruitment (NSW)

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne Airport, Melbourne VIC

$900 - $1k p.d.

We are seeking an experienced Principal Data Engineer to join a high-performing Data & Analytics team in a senior individual contributor capacity.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

3d ago

Listed fourteen hours ago

Senior Data Engineer - Databricks (NV1)

at CircuIT Recruitment Group

This is a Contract/Temp job

Melbourne VIC(Hybrid)

Senior Data Engineer (Must hold active NV-1 Clearance) 6 Months Melbourne (Hybrid Working) $900-$950 p/d

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

14h ago

Listed six days ago

Senior Data Engineer

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$120 - $140 per hour including super

12 + 12 + 12 month contract
NV1 Security Clearance Required
Weekly pay + Flexible rates + Some WFH

12 + 12 + 12 month contract
NV1 Security Clearance Required
Weekly pay + Flexible rates + Some WFH

Lead complex data engineering projects, solve technical challenges, drive innovation, and deliver strategic outcomes across enterprise environments.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

6d ago

Listed three days ago

Senior Data Engineer

at UpperGround by Hudson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Adelaide SA(Hybrid)

This role offers market aligned remuneration
6 month contract with potential extension
Flexible hybrid working arrangements (3-4 days in the office)

This role offers market aligned remuneration
6 month contract with potential extension
Flexible hybrid working arrangements (3-4 days in the office)

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer with Databricks and Azure expertise.

subClassification: Database Development & AdministrationDatabase Development & Administration

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

3d ago

Listed two days ago

AI Technical Lead / Senior AI Engineer

at UpperGround by Hudson

This is a Contract/Temp job

Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

Fed Gov long-term hourly rate contract, ACT, part-time 3 days a week
Lead the design and delivery of enterprise Azure AI solutions
Shape and govern an enterprise AI platform, drive AI adoption.

Fed Gov long-term hourly rate contract, ACT, part-time 3 days a week
Lead the design and delivery of enterprise Azure AI solutions
Shape and govern an enterprise AI platform, drive AI adoption.

Fed Gov Part-time AI Tech Lead, driving Azure AI solutions, architecture & governance, delivering secure, scalable & production-ready AI capabilities.

subClassification: Developers/ProgrammersDevelopers/Programmers

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

2d ago

Listed twenty eight days ago

Lead Data Analyst

at Recruitment Hive

This is a Contract/Temp job

Belconnen, Canberra ACT(Hybrid)

$120.00 - $140.00 p/hr inc. Super + weekly pays

Obtain your Baseline Security Clearance
Belconnen | Free parking | close to transport
Work on high-impact Siebel platform data solutions

Obtain your Baseline Security Clearance
Belconnen | Free parking | close to transport
Work on high-impact Siebel platform data solutions

Join our client’s team as Lead Data Analyst to lead ETL reporting for key immigration compliance projects.

subClassification: Business/Systems AnalystsBusiness/Systems Analysts

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

28d ago•Expiring

Listed one day ago

Research and Education Senior Data Manager

at Western Sydney Local Health District

Be an early applicant

This is a Contract/Temp job

Westmead, Sydney NSW

$66.69 - $75.76 per hour

Lead research data innovation across a major health district
Drive advanced analytics, reporting and database solutions
Mentor and grow a high-performing data management team

Lead research data innovation across a major health district
Drive advanced analytics, reporting and database solutions
Mentor and grow a high-performing data management team

Build robust research data systems, lead analytics & reporting, drive innovation that strengthens research & education outcomes across Western Sydney

subClassification: ManagementManagement

classification: Healthcare & Medical(Healthcare & Medical)

1d ago

Listed three days ago

AI Engineer - GenAI Platforms & Applications

at Reserve Bank of Australia

This is a Contract/Temp job

Sydney NSW(Hybrid)

Fixed‑term contract until end of June 2028
Play a critical role in shaping the future of AI at the RBA
Work on cutting-edge Generative AI platforms and enterprise AI solutions

Fixed‑term contract until end of June 2028
Play a critical role in shaping the future of AI at the RBA
Work on cutting-edge Generative AI platforms and enterprise AI solutions

Lead AI initiatives across the RBA and partner with AI Lead, engineers and stakeholders to build secure, scalable AI solutions.

subClassification: Engineering - SoftwareEngineering - Software

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

3d ago

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