Hamburger Hafen und Logistik AG (HHLA) is a leading European logistics company. Together with its customers, HHLA develops logistics and digital hubs for the transport streams of the future. In doing so, it focuses on innovative technologies and sustainable solutions. Over 6,300 employees work for HHLA. For clients in more than 100 countries, the HHLA consulting company HPC Hamburg Port Consulting has already proven its competence in the planning and further development of ports and rail terminals worldwide.

Data Scientist (m/f/d) Riyadh, Saudi-Arabien

HPC Hamburg Port Consulting GmbH

Riyadh, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

IT

Become a part of HPC and shape the future with us!

As a Data Scientist (m/f/d), you will develop impactful AI and machine learning solutions for our port and logistics processes. From RAG pipelines to lakehouse architectures and MLOps on Azure: with us, you’ll work in an environment where modern technologies meet real-world impact. You won’t just be building prototypes – you’ll be creating production-grade systems that drive daily port and logistics operations.

Are you looking for a fresh perspective with plenty of responsibility and creative freedom?
Then apply now!

What you can expect:

• You develop AI and machine learning solutions for the future of port and logistics processes – from accurate predictions (e.g., arrival times, throughput times, maintenance) and optimization models to LLM-based applications using RAG or multi-agent setups
• You build models, design pipelines, ensure smooth integration into the lakehouse, and manage operations with modern MLOps methods
• You collaborate closely with Data Governance, IT Security (KRITIS), Enterprise Architecture, Cloud/Infrastructure teams, and BI to bring innovative solutions into the organization securely and sustainably
• You make results tangible with BI tools, define KPIs, and support colleagues through workshops and knowledge sharing
• Throughout, you keep data protection, compliance, and the AI Act in mind – ensuring our solutions are not only smart but also trustworthy

Your profile:

• Several years of experience in data science/machine learning – from modeling to production deployment
• Strong knowledge of Python and the common ML stack
• Hands-on experience with MLOps (MLflow, CI/CD, containers/Kubernetes) and cloud environments (ideally Azure)
• Initial practical experience with LLM applications (RAG, embeddings, prompting) or strong motivation to quickly build expertise in this field
• Ideally, experience in data governance and security (e.g., GDPR, AI Act)
• You communicate effectively and have excellent English skills

Are you interested, but don't fulfil all the requirements? Let's have a conversation!

What we offer:

• Work from home and in our new office in Riyadh
• A competitive salary and exciting career paths
• Flexible working and a good work-life balance: flextime, mobile working and 30 days of vacation
• An open feedback culture: regular feedback sessions and talks
• A wide range of internal and external training courses, training and workshops
• Together into the future: Permanent employment and a company pension scheme

As an international logistics company with its roots in Hamburg, HHLA stands for cosmopolitanism and tolerance. We are convinced of the advantages of different perspectives, experiences and competences. Our aim is to create a working environment in which humanity, mutual respect and appreciation are the basis for the actions of all employees.

If you would like to shape the future of HPC together with us, we look forward to receiving your detailed application - preferably online via our application form.

Your contact

HPC Hamburg Port Consulting GmbH
HR Management
Daria Petersen