Principal Data

4 weeks ago


Brisbane, Queensland, Australia Endava Full time
Overview

Principal Data & AI Consultant at Endava — lead presales engagements, shape winning proposals and trusted client relationships across data engineering, analytics, data science, ML/AI, optimisation, simulation, warehousing and business intelligence.

Responsibilities
  • Craft solution visions that address complex business challenges in regulated sectors such as finance, healthcare, energy and government.
  • Lead presales engagements – workshops, discovery sessions, RFP/RFI responses, business cases and architecture deep-dives.
  • Design demonstrators and PoCs that showcase the art of the possible and accelerate buying confidence.
  • Translate scope into delivery-ready programmes, ensuring a seamless hand-over to our engineering and consulting teams.
  • Champion best practice and responsible AI, embedding security, privacy, governance and ethical considerations from day one.
  • Mentor consultants and engineers, elevating capability across the region and contributing to global communities of practice.
QualificationsEssential Skills
  • 12+ years in data & AI, with at least 5 in a client-facing consulting or presales capacity.
  • Demonstrable track record shaping >A$1 m data/AI deals end-to-end – from opportunity qualification through to contract signature.
  • Deep hands-on knowledge of modern data platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP, Databricks, Snowflake), migration patterns and AI/ML tooling (SageMaker, Vertex AI, Azure ML, LangChain).
  • Proven leadership across full data lifecycle – ingestion, modelling, governance, analytics, machine learning & MLOps.
  • Excellent storytelling and workshop-facilitation skills; able to simplify complex concepts for C-suite and technical teams alike.
Desirable Skills
  • Thought-leadership credentials (conference speaking, whitepapers, patents).
  • Familiarity with Australian regulatory frameworks (e.g. CPS 230, APRA CPG 235, My Health Record).
  • Certifications such as Azure/Data & AI Architect, AWS ML Specialty, Google Professional Data Engineer.
  • Experience designing agent-based or generative-AI solutions.
  • Exposure to mine-to-market, utilities or public-sector modernisation programmes.
Why Endava?
  • Flexible, hybrid working – 20 "work from anywhere" days per year on top of our hybrid policy.
  • Global career pathways and non-linear progression; move between domains, disciplines or geographies.
  • Continuous learning via certifications, internal academies, tech communities and funded conferences.
  • Well-being & lifestyle allowance, loyalty leave, inclusive parental leave and employee assistance programmes.
  • A vibrant, inclusive culture where diverse perspectives power innovation.
Application

Ready to drive AI-powered transformation? Apply today with your CV and a short cover note outlining a data-led solution you are proud to have shaped. We look forward to exploring how your expertise can help our clients turn bold ideas into real-world impact.

Endava is an equal-opportunity employer. We value the differences that make us stronger and commit to transparent, merit-based hiring.

Benefits (Local)
  • Monthly Lifestyle Allowance: Contribution towards health and wellbeing activities like gym memberships.
  • Novated Leasing: Pre-tax car leasing benefit for new and used cars.
  • Loyalty Leave: Receive an additional day of leave on your 3rd, 4th, and 5th work anniversaries, accumulating up to 3 extra days per year.
  • Inclusive Parental Leave Policy: 12 weeks of primary carer's leave and 4 weeks of secondary carer's leave.
  • Work From Anywhere: 20 days of working from anywhere per year in addition to our hybrid policy.

Endava is committed to creating an open, inclusive, and respectful environment where everyone feels safe, valued, and empowered to be their best. We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives—because inclusive teams deliver smarter, more innovative solutions for our customers. Hiring decisions are based on merit, skills, qualifications, and potential. If you need adjustments or support during the recruitment process, please let us know.


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