Principle AI Engineer

Professional Search Group ·www.professionalsearchgroup.com.au

Location Docklands, VIC, Australia
Work type Hybrid
Type Full time
Level Mid
Source Shazamme
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Principal AI Engineer


Salary: $190,000 total package (inclusive of Superannuation) + Performance Bonus
Location: Melbourne or Sydney (Hybrid)

Role Type: Permanent / Full-Time

 

About the Opportunity

 

An enterprise-wide AI Hub has been established to identify, architect, and drive strategic AI opportunities across the business. Operating on a centralized governance and federated delivery model, the Hub connects specialized domain areas—including Marketing & Sales, Enterprise Services, Software Development, and Capability & Risk Management.

 

As we scale up throughout FY27 and target major transformational outcomes into FY28/29, we are seeking a Principal AI Engineer to bridge high-level enterprise AI strategy with practical, modern software engineering execution.

 

Sitting across AI Engineering and Assurance squads, you will act as a key connector between the central AI Hub and core Software Development domains, ensuring technical choices are scalable, financially optimized, compliant, and rapidly delivered to production.

 

Key Responsibilities

  • Strategic Bridge & Architecture: Translate overarching enterprise AI strategy into clear technical roadmaps for software development teams, taking a long-term view on solution architecture and longevity.
  • Cross-Domain Advisory: Evaluate technology decision impacts across federated domains and squads, ensuring cross-functional alignment, security assurance, and cohesive tech adoption.
  • Engineering Standards & Delivery: Embed robust software development lifecycle (SDLC) practices, modern CI/CD pipelines, and rapid release mechanisms across AI-driven solutions.
  • FinOps & Resource Optimization: Provide technical oversight on cloud, compute, and model utilization to balance AI performance with cost efficiency (FinOps).
  • Technical Leadership & Mentorship: Lead architecture discussions, guide engineering pods, and elevate the technical capability of engineering teams through supportive, influential leadership.

 

Technical Capabilities

  • Strong Software Engineering Foundation: Proven track record in core software engineering, modern architecture, and customer-facing digital applications. (Note: This is an AI/Software Engineering leadership role, not a pure Data Science or Data Engineering position.)
  • AI Application Expertise: Deep practical knowledge of embedding AI models, APIs, and frameworks into scalable software ecosystems.
  • Modern SDLC & CI/CD: Hands-on experience with automated deployment pipelines, rapid customer release environments, and modern cloud deployment architectures.
  • FinOps Awareness: Understanding of cost management, latency, and resource optimization associated with running AI models at scale.

Leadership & Mindset

  • Adaptable & Agile: Comfortable operating in fast-moving, evolving environments where priorities and context change rapidly.
  • Influential & Pragmatic: Strong facilitator who can confidently steer technical conversations, challenge assumptions, and drive delivery forward.
  • Collaborative & Low-Ego: High emotional intelligence, humility, and strong interpersonal skills. Diverse background experiences outside of insurance/financial services are highly welcomed.

 

What’s on Offer

  • An influential leadership seat at the core of a newly established, high-visibility enterprise AI transformation.
  • Competitive package: $190,000 total package (inclusive of Superannuation) + short-term incentive / performance bonus.
  • Flexible working environment with a supportive, forward-thinking team culture.

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Where is the Principle AI Engineer job located?
The Principle AI Engineer role with Professional Search Group is based in Docklands, VIC, AU. The role is hybrid-friendly.
Is the Principle AI Engineer role remote?
Yes — the Principle AI Engineer position at Professional Search Group is hybrid. Candidates based in AU are preferred.
Is the Principle AI Engineer role full-time or contract?
This is a full time position at Professional Search Group.
What experience level is the Principle AI Engineer role?
The Principle AI Engineer position is aimed at mid-level candidates.
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