Head of Data Science

Now this is a big role.

We've partnered with a world-class startup here in Dubai who are building a tech for good product in the Fintech/AI domain who are backed by some of the leading VC's in the world that we're convinced will be an incredible success story.

Here's why:

1. This startup has one of the best Founders in the world. Despite being young, he's already been through an incredibly high profile exit here in the MENA region.
2. The product is amazing - they're building an AI powered product within the Fintech world to truly help people manage their money.
3. They absolutely love technology and place it at the heart of everything that they do - they're software geeks and they're absolutely proud of it.

What You’ll Do:

You’ll be reporting directly to the CEO and be responsible for:

• Leading and growing the data team from scratch.
• Driving data strategy, analytics and ML initiatives across the business.
• Partnering with Product and Engineering to build a 'best in class' Technology division.
• Building a modern data stack for scalable and reliable insights.

What We’re Looking For:

• 8+ years in Data Science or Analytics, with leadership experience.
• A background in FinTech, BNPL or Payments would be a huge plus. Alternatively, if you've been a part of a business that grew from startup to scaleup this also works.
• Strong Python, SQL, and cloud (GCP/AWS) skills - we need someone that's still happy to be hands-on.
• Arabic speakers are at an advantage.

Additional Information:

• 45k-60k AED per month.
• Significant equity.
• Relocation and VISA support available for international candidates.
• 3 stage interview process, urgent hire.

If this sounds like you, please click apply below.

Please note this is a full time role based in Dubai will require relocation if you aren't based in Dubai already.