Lead Data Scientist

About

This opportunity is for a leading Energy & Gas giant in the UAE. We are seeking a Lead Data Scientist to champion the use of AI and analytics within the organization. You will provide technical leadership, mentor a team of data scientists, and define the strategic direction for high-impact analytics projects.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage data science projects from conception to deployment, ensuring alignment with business goals.
• Mentor and guide junior and intermediate data scientists, fostering a culture of technical excellence and innovation.
• Interface with senior stakeholders to identify high-value use cases and define the scope of analytics initiatives.
• Oversee the selection of appropriate methodologies and algorithms for complex projects.
• Review code and models developed by the team to ensure quality and robustness.
• Drive the adoption of best practices in data science, including reproducibility and documentation.
• Stay abreast of the latest industry trends and technologies in AI/ML and assess their potential impact on the business.

Requirements

• Experience: 5–15+ Years.
• Extensive experience in developing and deploying machine learning solutions in a corporate environment.
• Proven leadership experience, with the ability to manage teams and projects effectively.
• Deep theoretical and practical knowledge of machine learning and statistics.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills, with the ability to explain complex technical concepts to executive leadership.
• Experience with project management methodologies (Agile, Scrum).

Bonus

• Experience leading data science teams in the Oil & Gas industry.
• Track record of publishing technical papers or speaking at industry conferences.
• Strong business acumen and understanding of energy market dynamics.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: AED12,000.00 - AED22,000.00 per month