Senior Data Scientist - Demand Forecasting and Pricing Job Vacancy in UAE Dubai
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Established in the 1930s as a trading business, Al-Futtaim is one of the most progressive regional family business houses headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. |
Senior Data Scientist - Demand Forecasting and Pricing
Job Overview
Al-Futtaim Group is looking for an experienced Senior Data Scientist to lead demand forecasting, price optimization, and customer analytics projects. This Dubai-based role focuses on building machine learning models that drive data-driven decisions, enhance inventory and pricing strategies, and improve customer experience.
Job Location
Dubai, United Arab Emirates
Industry
Information Technology and Services
Function
Data Science and Artificial Intelligence
Salary
AED 28,000 - AED 35,000 per month (Negotiable)
Gender
Any
Employment Type
Full-time
Work Hours
Sunday to Thursday, 8 hours/day
Date Posted
April 26, 2025
Valid Through
April 26, 2026
Key Responsibilities
- Develop and deploy demand forecasting models using ARIMA, XGBoost, LSTM, and advanced machine learning techniques.
- Implement dynamic pricing models based on demand, inventory, and competitive landscape.
- Integrate Generative AI (GenAI) to simulate future demand scenarios and enhance forecasting.
- Analyze customer behavior using clustering and predict Customer Lifetime Value (CLV).
- Monitor, evaluate, and fine-tune models using performance metrics such as MAE, RMSE, and Precision/Recall.
- Ensure trust in model predictions through explainability tools like SHAP and LIME.
- Apply MLOps practices for version control, deployment automation, and model monitoring.
- Collaborate with marketing, sales, and product teams to align models with business goals.
- Scale and deploy machine learning solutions on Azure Cloud using Databricks and CI/CD pipelines.
Qualifications & Skills
- Master\'s degree in Data Science, Statistics, Machine Learning, Computer Science, or a related field.
- 10+ years of experience in data science, including 5+ years in demand forecasting and customer analytics.
- 5+ years of experience working with Databricks on Cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
- Proficient in Python, SQL, Spark, TensorFlow, and PyTorch.
- Expertise in Retail, FMCG, or Automotive industries.
- Strong knowledge of MLOps best practices and cloud-based deployments.
- Excellent communication skills, problem-solving ability, and a strategic mindset.
About the Company
Al-Futtaim Group is a leading diversified business based in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. Operating across automotive, financial services, real estate, retail, and healthcare, Al-Futtaim Group partners with over 200 of the world\'s top brands, delivering excellence and innovation across multiple sectors. The organization is committed to upholding values of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity while shaping the future of the communities it serves.