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Head of AI

NetwealthMelbourne OfficeInformation Technology
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Salary
Not listed
Job type
Full-time
Work mode
Remote
Posted
3 Sept 2026
Status
Open · checked 9d ago

About this role

Role Overview

The Head of AI role at Netwealth is a leadership position based in the Melbourne Office that directs the creation of scalable AI products and enterprise platforms. This opportunity suits an experienced artificial intelligence or engineering leader ready to shape the future of financial technology in Australia.

Key Responsibilities

Define and execute the enterprise artificial intelligence engineering strategy.
Build a centralized artificial intelligence platform and an AI-as-a-Service capability.
Deliver artificial intelligence products that address practical business challenges.
Establish governance standards, tooling, and guardrails for responsible delivery.
Collaborate closely with Product, Data, and Engineering teams across the organization.
Drive organization-wide adoption of artificial intelligence solutions.
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing artificial intelligence engineering team.

Requirements

Demonstrated experience leading artificial intelligence, machine learning, data science, or platform teams.
Practical background in deploying artificial intelligence solutions directly into production environments.
Strong software engineering foundation combined with platform thinking.
Experience establishing artificial intelligence platforms, MLOps capabilities, or self-service engineering ecosystems.
Familiarity with modern technologies including generative artificial intelligence, large language models, and agentic systems.
Solid understanding of model risk, governance, and responsible artificial intelligence practices.
Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
Proven track record of shaping strategy, building teams, and delivering concrete outcomes.

Skills and Tools

MLOps
Generative AI
Large Language Models (LLMs)
Agentic Systems
AI Engineering and Platform Building

Salary and Benefits

Flexible hybrid working model requiring only four days in the office each fortnight.
Modern Melbourne CBD office featuring daily breakfast and end-of-trip facilities.
Family-friendly support including paid parental leave and a fully funded school holiday program.
Wellbeing perks such as virtual healthcare, income protection, flu shots, wellness weeks, and financial wellbeing services.
Vibrant culture with social events, trivia nights, corporate sports, and active Employee Resource Groups.
Community impact opportunities including paid volunteering.

About the Company

Netwealth is a recognized Australian FinTech business established in 1999 that provides an innovative platform and technology to empower advisers and investors. The organization values authenticity, agility, and curiosity, creating an environment focused on career growth and meaningful impact. Certified by WORK180, Family Friendly Workplaces, and Great Places to Work, Netwealth prides itself on an inclusive and diverse workforce.

How to Apply

Visit the official Netwealth careers page to submit your application and help shape a brighter financial future.

Skills and tech stack

MLOps

Questions candidates ask

Where is the Head of AI position located?

The role is based in the Melbourne Office with a flexible hybrid working model requiring four days in the office every fortnight.

Who does the Head of AI report to?

The Head of AI reports directly to the General Manager of Data and AI.

What core technical knowledge is required for this role?

Candidates need experience with modern artificial intelligence technologies such as generative AI, LLMs, agentic systems, MLOps, and enterprise platform building.

What are the main duties of the Head of AI?

Responsibilities include setting the AI engineering strategy, building an AI-as-a-Service platform, delivering business-driven AI products, establishing governance guardrails, and leading the AI engineering team.

What workplace benefits does Netwealth offer?

Benefits include hybrid flexibility, paid parental leave, virtual healthcare, daily breakfast in the Melbourne office, wellness programs, and active employee resource groups.

Ready to apply?

The application is on the official Netwealth careers page.

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