Senior Data Scientist

Xero

Senior Data Scientist leading data science projects impacting Xero's Payroll product. Collaborating with product managers, engineers, and data science peers.

Posted 7/30/2026full-timeMelbourne • 🇦🇺 AustraliaSeniorWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in end-to-end data science project management, utilizing SQL and Python for data analysis and machine learning model production. Strong communication skills are essential for engaging with senior stakeholders and collaborating across product, engineering, and design teams.

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SQL ProficiencyPython ProficiencyMachine Learning Model ProductionStatistics and Experimentation DesignStakeholder Communication

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Hard Skills

SQLPythonStatisticsExperimentation DesignMachine Learning

Soft Skills

MentoringCommunication

Tools & Technologies

AI ToolingAutomation

Industry Keywords

Data ScienceProduct ManagementEngineeringDesign

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

PythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Own end-to-end data science projects that shape Xero's flagship product areas
Use modern AI tooling and automation for analysis
Mentor earlier-career scientists

Requirements

What you’ll need

Strong proficiency in SQL and Python
Solid grounding in statistics and experimentation design
Confidence communicating with senior stakeholders
Experience productionising machine learning models end to end
Working across product, engineering and design

Benefits

Comp & perks

Xero offers a flexible hybrid working model
Access to modern office spaces
Mentoring opportunities