[UAE] Data Scientist

Our Data Scientist will build and productionize data science and machine learning solutions for Sias clients across the Middle East from data acquisition and exploration through modelling evaluation and the presentation of results to client stakeholders. As part of the Data & AI team in the Middle East they will turn client data into insight and working solutions that deliver measurable business value.

The projects are wide ranging giving our Data Scientist the opportunity to apply a variety of techniques and grow the role to suit their own experience and interests.

Tasks may include but are not limited to:

• Work with client leaders engineers and analysts to define data needs business objectives and success measures
• Find collect prepare and explore structured and unstructured data sources
• Build evaluate and productionize predictive models and machine learning algorithms including NLP and generative AI use cases
• Build and manage data pipelines and the surrounding data ecosystem to support models in production
• Create dashboards and visualizations that present insights clearly
• Present findings and recommendations to client stakeholders including non-technical audiences
• Collaborate with engineering and product teams to deploy solutions on cloud environments
• Support business development by contributing to opportunity identification proposals and client presentations
• Contribute to Sias internal accelerators and data science assets
• Carry out other appropriate delegated duties as required

As part of a diverse and motivated team you will be involved in a range of projects with our clients covering topics such as:

• Predictive analytics and machine learning for business decision-making
• Natural language processing and generative AI use cases
• Data platforms pipelines and visualization

Qualifications :

• Masters degree in a quantitative field (Data Science Computer Science AI Statistics or Engineering)
• 4 to 6 years experience as a data scientist or in a comparable applied machine learning role
• Strong Python and SQL with a solid understanding of machine learning and statistical techniques
• Demonstrable experience of taking models from exploration to production
• Experience with data acquisition exploration modelling and evaluation on large structured and unstructured datasets
• Experience with data pipelines and data ecosystem management
• Proficiency with data visualization tools such as Tableau Power BI or similar
• Experience presenting results to client stakeholders with strong problem-solving and business acumen
• Certification in AI/ML data science or a cloud platform is a plus
• Management consulting experience is not required
• Professional proficiency in English is a must; Arabic is a plus
• Based in the UAE (Dubai or Abu Dhabi)

Additional Information :

Joining Sia means integrating into a globally recognized firm that fosters personal growth through our unique Sia Village concept which promotes a community-driven culture reinforced by values of Excellence Entrepreneurship Innovation Teamwork Care & Support and Employee Wellbeing ensuring a fulfilling career path. 

What a career at Sia offer you 

• Competitive compensation: an competitive salary and benefits package benchmarked against the market to ensure the most competitive offers. 
• Entrepreneurial spirit: Join us on an entrepreneurial journey that not only fosters innovation but also empowers you to drive your own success. Dive into a culture where your ideas shape the future. 
• Tailored career advocacy program: Receive dedicated support designed to help you achieve your professional aspirations. Our program pairs you with mentors who provide actionable feedback ensuring continuous progress and success in your career path.
• Continuous growth: Engage with ongoing opportunities for learning and development particularly in new and emerging topics. Stay ahead of the curve by continually advancing your knowledge and skills. 

Our Commitment to Diversity   

At Sia we believe in fostering a diverse equitable and inclusive culture where our employees and partners are valued and thrive in a sense of belonging. We are committed to recruiting and developing a diverse network of employees and investing in their growth by providing unique opportunities for professional and cultural immersion. Our commitment toward inclusion motivates dynamic collaboration with our clients building trust by creating an inclusive environment of curiosity and learning which affects lasting impact.   

We are guided by the pursuit of understanding and take pride in being able to provide meaningful solutions to our clients unique challenges. We bring our whole selves to work and strive to listen observe understand and be understood. 

To learn more about our mission values and business sectors please visit our website.

Sia is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment including hiring promotion remuneration or discipline are based solely on performance competence conduct or business needs. 

Remote Work :

No

Employment Type :

Full-time