GM Data & AI Engineering Delivery

Role summary

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The General Manager, Data & AI Engineering Delivery leads the delivery of enterprise data, artificial intelligence and engineering capabilities across ANZ. Requirements typically include extensive experience leading large technology or data engineering teams, strong knowledge of cloud platforms, modern data architecture, AI delivery, cybersecurity and agile ways of working. The successful candidate is expected to set a clear technical strategy, manage complex transformation programs, build high-performing teams and deliver reliable, secure and scalable solutions. Strong stakeholder management is essential, including the ability to work with senior executives, product leaders, risk teams and business units. Experience in banking, financial services or another highly regulated industry, together with a focus on customer outcomes, governance and operational excellence, would be highly valuable.

About the employer

ANZ Bank is one of Australia and New Zealand’s major banking groups, providing retail, commercial, institutional and private banking services. Headquartered in Melbourne, ANZ serves millions of customers across Australia, New Zealand and selected international markets. Its businesses cover everyday banking, home lending, business finance, institutional banking, payments, wealth and financial markets. ANZ is investing in digital platforms, data, artificial intelligence, automation and technology modernisation to improve customer experiences and support safer, more efficient banking. The organisation operates in a highly regulated environment, placing importance on risk management, responsible banking, inclusion, security and sustainability. Technology and data professionals at ANZ typically work with multidisciplinary teams and contribute to large-scale transformation programs affecting customers, employees and banking operations.

Working in Australia

Australia offers strong opportunities in banking, technology, data engineering, artificial intelligence, healthcare, construction, education, mining and renewable energy. Melbourne, Sydney and Brisbane are major employment centres, while Perth and Adelaide also provide opportunities in resources, engineering, defence and technology. Workplace culture is generally practical, collaborative and relatively informal, with an emphasis on work-life balance, inclusion and clear communication. Lifestyle advantages include beaches, national parks, diverse food, sport and reliable public services, although housing and transport costs can be high in major cities. Skilled professionals may explore employer-sponsored visas, the Skilled Independent visa, state-nominated pathways or the Global Talent program, depending on qualifications and occupation. Relocating usually involves securing a visa, employment, health insurance, accommodation and tax registration. Requirements vary, so applicants should check current Australian government rules and professional recognition requirements.