Job Description
About the Role:
We are seeking a seasoned Data Scientist to join our dynamic analytics team in Abu Dhabi. In this role, you will lead end-to-end machine learning and data analytics projects, collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders, and drive data-driven decision making to support strategic business objectives.
Responsibilities:
- Design, develop, and deploy predictive models and advanced analytics solutions
- Lead data collection, cleaning, and preprocessing pipelines at scale
- Collaborate with business stakeholders to translate requirements into analytical solutions
- Mentor and guide junior data scientists and analysts
- Perform exploratory data analysis and communicate insights through visualizations and executive presentations
- Optimize and productionize machine learning models in cloud and on-premise environments
- Ensure data quality, governance, and compliance with organizational standards
- Stay current with emerging tools, techniques, and industry best practices
Required Qualifications:
- 10+ years of hands-on experience in data science, machine learning, or related fields
- Master’s or PhD in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering, or related discipline
- Expertise in Python or R and libraries such as scikit-learn, TensorFlow, or PyTorch
- Proficient in SQL and experience with big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark)
- Strong background in statistical modeling, time series analysis, and experimental design
- Experience deploying models to production using cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
- Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to translate complex data into actionable insights
- Proven track record of leading analytics projects and collaborating with cross-functional teams
- Strong communication skills and ability to present technical findings to non-technical audiences
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience in the energy, oil & gas, or utilities sector
- Knowledge of data engineering tools such as Airflow, dbt, or Kafka
- Familiarity with MLOps practices and CI/CD pipelines for machine learning
- Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Looker
- Professional certifications in data science or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS Certified Machine Learning)
- Leadership experience in mentoring high-performance analytics teams
Position Details
- Position Title: Data Scientist
- Location: Abudhabi, United Arab Emirates
- Industry: Software Engineering
- Experience Required: 10+ years
