Head of Data Science

Head of Data Science

Location: Muscat, Oman
Company: Joy of Cuisine Group (Corporate Office)

About Joy of Cuisine Group

Joy of Cuisine Group is a diversified enterprise specializing in hospitality, food services, and digital transformation. Our corporate office in Muscat plays a central role in leveraging data-driven insights to enhance customer experiences, optimize operations, and drive sustainable growth across the GCC.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Head of Data Science to lead advanced analytics initiatives, oversee machine learning projects, and align data strategies with organizational goals. This role requires strong technical expertise, leadership skills, and the ability to deliver scalable data solutions that support innovation and long-term value creation.

Key Responsibilities

• Data Strategy: Define and implement enterprise-wide data science frameworks.
• Advanced Analytics: Lead predictive modeling, customer segmentation, and recommendation systems.
• Machine Learning: Oversee design, training, and deployment of ML models.
• Data Engineering: Ensure robust data pipelines and infrastructure for analytics applications.
• Risk Management: Identify data-related risks and propose mitigation strategies.
• Compliance: Ensure adherence to GCC regulations, ISO standards, and data governance frameworks.
• Collaboration: Partner with executives, IT, and product teams to align data initiatives with business objectives.
• Team Leadership: Mentor data scientists and foster a culture of innovation and accountability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, or related field (PhD preferred).
• 10+ years of experience in data science, with at least 5 years in a leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of data science frameworks and GCC digital environments.
• Expertise in Python, R, SQL, TensorFlow, PyTorch, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Excellent leadership, communication, and strategic problem-solving skills.
• Experience in hospitality, retail, or consumer-focused industries preferred.

Why Join Us?

• Be part of a company driving data innovation in Muscat.
• Lead transformative initiatives in a dynamic and growing hospitality environment.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.
• Opportunity to shape Joy of Cuisine Group’s data science vision and long-term strategy.

Pay: RO2,800.000 - RO4,000.000 per month

Work Location: In person