Data Scientist Job In Dubai, United Arab Emirates

Al Futtaim Private Company LLC

Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim Group today is one of the most diversified and progressive, privately held regional businesses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates.

Role Overview:
We’re looking to enhance our automotive division’s strategy by transforming it into a data-driven organization, leveraging advanced analytics to support our CRM, brand, marketing, and digital teams.

  • Key Responsibilities:
  • Project Management: Independently manage all phases of analytics projects, including formulation, research, development, implementation, testing, and maintenance.
  • Data Visualization: Design innovative communication methods for descriptive and predictive modeling results through dashboards, apps, and visualizations.
  • Technical Skills: Proficient in programming and capable of utilizing various data analytics software, coding languages, and statistical tools.
  • Deep expertise in at least one of the following: Python, PySpark, Scala, R, and SQL (mandatory).
  • Statistical Modeling: Develop, implement, and deploy statistical models, including generalized linear models, time series models, forecasting techniques, cluster analysis, anomaly detection, and descriptive statistical techniques (e.g., significance testing, model fit).
  • Machine Learning: Create both supervised and unsupervised models, utilizing decision trees, KNN models, neural networks, and standard machine learning libraries.
  • Required Skills for Success:
  • Proficient in Python Programming
  • Experience with the Databricks Platform
  • Expertise in Building Supervised and Unsupervised Machine Learning Models
  • 6-8 Years of Relevant Experience or 5-6 Years with a Master’s Degree
    About the Team:
  • You will report to the Senior Manager of Advanced Analytics.
  • Qualifications for the Role:
  • Educational Background: Bachelor’s degree in Statistics, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • Experience: 6-8 years in Data Science or Machine Learning Engineering, with hands-on experience in building and deploying advanced analytics models on cloud platforms.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in various programming and database languages, including Python, PySpark, and SQL. Familiarity with consumer-related data is a plus.
  • Industry Interest: General interest in sectors such as retail, consumer products manufacturing, automotive, transportation, or hospitality.
  • Project Experience: Previous work on data science projects in business or academic environments.
  • Modeling Skills: Proven ability to build accurate predictive and statistical models.
  • Statistical Knowledge: Strong understanding of statistical concepts.
  • Business Acumen: Demonstrated capability in business strategy and decision-making.