Head of Da Architecture and AI

4 weeks ago

Sydney, New South Wales, Australia at Full time

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About the job

This is a rare opportunity to lead the data and AI transformation at a purpose-driven bank. Reporting to the Chief Data Officer, the Head of Data Architecture & AI will be the strategic and technical authority for our Azure-native data platform and AI portfolio.

You'll design and govern a modern, secure, and scalable data ecosystem that delivers real-time insights and AI-powered member experiences. With three direct reports and strong executive sponsorship, this role is pivotal in shaping the future of data at TMBL.

Responsibilities

  • Lead the design and delivery of a secure, scalable Azure data platform (Synapse, Data Lake, Databricks/Fabric)
  • Develop and execute the AI strategy, including GenAI and MLOps initiatives
  • Embed robust data governance, privacy, and APRA CPS 234/235 compliance
  • Provide architectural oversight and ensure solution quality, scalability, and cost-efficiency
  • Partner with Microsoft and strategic vendors to deliver value-driven outcomes
  • Represent the bank in industry forums and assess emerging AI trends
  • Drive innovation through Generative AI projects that solve complex challenges
About you

You're a visionary leader with deep technical expertise and a passion for innovation. You thrive in complex environments, love solving big problems, and know how to bring people on the journey. You're equally comfortable in the boardroom and the codebase, and you're ready to make a real impact.

Skills and experience
Essential:
  • 10+ years in Azure Cloud Architecture, 5+ years leading AI/ML projects
  • Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert (or equivalent experience)
  • Strong Python, SQL, Spark, CI/CD and MLOps skills
  • Proven experience in data modelling, integration, and governance
  • Exceptional communication and stakeholder engagement skills
  • Deep understanding of AI ethics, risk, and compliance in financial services
  • Experience leading high-performing technical teams in agile environments
Desired:
  • Master's in Data Science or MBA
  • AI/ML certifications (e.g., Azure AI Engineer, TensorFlow)
  • Experience with Data Mesh, Kafka, Power BI governance, GenAI prompt engineering
  • Familiarity with CPS 230, CPS 234, CPS 235, CPS 900 series
What's in it for you
  • A high-impact leadership role with visibility at the executive level
  • The chance to shape the future of AI and data in banking
  • A supportive, values-driven culture focused on innovation and sustainability
  • Flexible work arrangements and a collaborative team environment
  • Competitive salary package and professional development opportunities
About us

Teachers Mutual Bank Limited is one of the largest mutual banks in Australia. We are a globally-recognised socially responsible bank with profit-for-purpose as our business model and philosophy. At our Bank, social responsibility is built-in, not bolted on and drives our business practices, people, and products.

We are proud to serve some of Australia's essential workers in education, emergency services and healthcare. We believe they deserve a bank that does good for their community.

We have been named one of the World's Most Ethical Companies for ten years in a row and are a Certified B Corp Bank. Our employees embrace our organisation's values of passion, advocacy and sustainability, and contribute to a diverse and inclusive workplace culture founded on mutual respect, equality and a focus on striving to deliver exceptional member service.

We work under a hybrid-working model to provide flexibility in the workplace. For more information about working conditions as well as our employee value proposition, please visit the careers page on our website at www.tmbank.com.au or find us on LinkedIn

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For a confidential conversation, please contact Lyndsay Flett, [emailprotected]

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At Teachers Mutual Bank we have been helping members make the most of their money and their careers since 1966. With over 174,000 members and more than $5.3 billion in assets we are dedicated to providing financial products and services exclusively for teachers, their families and employees in the education sector.

At Teachers Mutual Bank we exist for the mutual benefit of our members, which means everything we do is to ensure you, our members, have a brighter future.

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At Teachers Mutual Bank we have been helping members make the most of their money and their careers since 1966. With over 174,000 members and more than $5.3 billion in assets we are dedicated to providing financial products and services exclusively for teachers, their families and employees in the education sector.

At Teachers Mutual Bank we exist for the mutual benefit of our members, which means everything we do is to ensure you, our members, have a brighter future.

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