Nic Hannah

Lead Software Engineer

Nic Hannah is a seasoned technology professional with extensive experience in software engineering, climate science, and high-performance computing. Currently serving as the Lead Software Engineer at Ausgrid since May 2025, Nic is focused on pioneering advancements in electricity distribution. Previously, as Co-Founder and Head of Technology at Reask from February 2019 to May 2025, Nic led the development of innovative solutions utilizing Earth System observation data and machine learning to assess climate and weather risks. Prior roles include founder and principal consultant at HazDat, where expertise in computational science was leveraged to aid clients in navigating natural hazards and climate challenges, as well as significant contributions to projects at NOAA and the ARC Centre of Excellence for Climate System Science. Nic's career began with positions at Breakaway Consulting, CSIRO, Open Kernel Labs, and Rising Sun Pictures, showcasing a diverse skill set ranging from software engineering to visual effects coordination. Academic credentials include a Bachelor of Science in Computer Science from UNSW and a Graduate Diploma in Mathematics from Charles Sturt University.

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