Why Hiring
Junior Data Scientist
Why HiringUnited Arab Emirates14 hours ago
Full-timeRemote FriendlyEngineering, Information Technology

Position Summary

  • A motivated Junior Data Scientist is sought to join a growing team. This role suits an early-career professional with approximately one year of experience and a strong interest in data-driven decision-making. A solid foundation in Python, basic statistical knowledge, and a desire to develop skills in analytics and machine learning are essential.


Key Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with data scientists and cross-functional teams to support model development and analytical initiatives.
  • Clean, structure, and analyze large datasets to identify patterns, trends, and insights.
  • Develop and maintain Python scripts, analytical tools, and data workflows.
  • Assist in building and testing statistical and machine-learning models.
  • Create clear reports, visualizations, and presentations to communicate findings.
  • Support model monitoring and performance evaluation tasks.


Requirements

  • Strong foundation in Python and familiarity with key data libraries (e.g., pandas, NumPy, scikit-learn).
  • Basic understanding of linear models and statistical concepts.
  • Experience handling datasets and performing exploratory analysis.
  • Strong analytical mindset and attention to detail.
  • Effective communication and teamwork skills.
  • Willingness to relocate to Dubai, UAE after an initial remote period.


Preferred Qualifications

  • Bachelor’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Engineering, or related field.
  • Familiarity with SQL or similar data-querying tools.
  • Exposure to data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) or cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, GCP) is advantageous.
  • Previous internship or project experience involving data analysis or machine learning.

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