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Specialist – Data Science and AI

Job Snapshot

* Role: Specialist – Data Science and AI
* Location: Dubai UAE
* Industry: Retail
* Experience: 2+ years
* Job Type: Full-time

Position Overview
Specialist – Data Science and AI role in Dubai UAE retail industry is actively hiring for an Emirati talent to support advanced analytics, AI use cases, and data-driven decision making across the organization. This role focuses on building practical data solutions, enabling AI adoption, and supporting business teams with actionable insights.

Job Details
Country: UAE
City: Dubai
Industry: Retail
Function: Information Technology
Salary: 22000–22001
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: UAE National
Job Type: Full-time

Role Context
This position supports enterprise data and AI initiatives by connecting business requirements with analytics and machine learning solutions. It helps improve decision making, optimize operations, and strengthen data-driven culture across the organization.

Key Responsibilities

* Translate business needs into structured data and AI use cases with clear KPIs
* Support business case development including ROI, effort, and risk evaluation
* Work closely with data engineering and analytics teams to deliver scalable solutions
* Assist in development, testing, and deployment of AI and machine learning models
* Contribute to data governance standards and ensure data quality alignment
* Monitor model performance and support validation and documentation processes
* Participate in evaluating new tools and improving data and AI workflows
* Support adoption of best practices for analytics and AI delivery

Ideal Profile

* Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or related field
* Minimum 2 years of experience in data analytics, AI, or business analytics roles
* Strong analytical thinking with ability to structure business problems into data solutions
* Hands-on experience with Python or R and visualization tools such as Power BI
* Experience working with cross-functional teams in data-driven environments
* Strong communication skills with ability to present insights clearly
* UAE National with ability to manage stakeholder interactions

Skills Set

* Data analysis and machine learning fundamentals
* Python or R programming
* Power BI and data visualization
* AI tools and model lifecycle understanding
* Data governance and quality frameworks
* KPI definition and performance tracking
* Cross-functional collaboration

Why Join Us

* Opportunity to work on real-world AI and data initiatives in a leading retail group
* Exposure to enterprise data platforms and advanced analytics use cases
* High demand for data science professionals in Dubai market
* Career growth in AI, analytics, and digital transformation
* Collaborative and innovation-focused work environment

About the Company
Majid Al Futtaim is a leading retail and lifestyle group headquartered in Dubai, delivering innovative customer experiences and advancing digital transformation across the region.

Job Title Specialist – Data Science and AI Job Description Specialist – Data Science and AI Job Snapshot * Role: Specialist – Data Science and AI * Location: Dubai UAE * Industry: Retail * Experience: 2+ years * Job Type: Full-time Position Overview Specialist – Data Science and AI role in Dubai UAE retail industry is actively hiring for an Emirati talent to support advanced analytics, AI use cases, and data-driven decision making across the organization. This role focuses on building practical data solutions, enabling AI adoption, and supporting business teams with actionable insights. Job Details Country: UAE City: Dubai Industry: Retail Function: Information Technology Salary: 22000–22001 Gender: Any Candidate Nationality: UAE National Job Type: Full-time Role Context This position supports enterprise data and AI initiatives by connecting business requirements with analytics and machine learning solutions. It helps improve decision making, optimize operations, and strengthen data-driven culture across the organization. Key Responsibilities * Translate business needs into structured data and AI use cases with clear KPIs * Support business case development including ROI, effort, and risk evaluation * Work closely with data engineering and analytics teams to deliver scalable solutions * Assist in development, testing, and deployment of AI and machine learning models * Contribute to data governance standards and ensure data quality alignment * Monitor model performance and support validation and documentation processes * Participate in evaluating new tools and improving data and AI workflows * Support adoption of best practices for analytics and AI delivery Ideal Profile * Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Engineering, or related field * Minimum 2 years of experience in data analytics, AI, or business analytics roles * Strong analytical thinking with ability to structure business problems into data solutions * Hands-on experience with Python or R and visualization tools such as Power BI * Experience working with cross-functional teams in data-driven environments * Strong communication skills with ability to present insights clearly * UAE National with ability to manage stakeholder interactions Skills Set * Data analysis and machine learning fundamentals * Python or R programming * Power BI and data visualization * AI tools and model lifecycle understanding * Data governance and quality frameworks * KPI definition and performance tracking * Cross-functional collaboration Why Join Us * Opportunity to work on real-world AI and data initiatives in a leading retail group * Exposure to enterprise data platforms and advanced analytics use cases * High demand for data science professionals in Dubai market * Career growth in AI, analytics, and digital transformation * Collaborative and innovation-focused work environment About the Company Majid Al Futtaim is a leading retail and lifestyle group headquartered in Dubai, delivering innovative customer experiences and advancing digital transformation across the region. Post Details

Job Start Date Salary from 22000.00 Salary to 22001.00 Number of Vacancies 1 Location Job Location -> UAE Dubai Location City Dubai

Desired Candidate's Profile Gender No Preference Nationality Candidate Current Location Job Classification Job Type Job Type -> Full-time Industry Type Job Industry -> Retail Job Function Job Functions -> Information Technology Employers Details Company Majid Al Futtaim Contact Person HR Manager Designation HRM Telephone +971 4 294 9999 Email socialmediamaf.ae