Associate Director - Data Scientist

About This Role

Established in 2004, Dubai Holding is a global investment company with investments in more than 34 countries and a combined workforce of nearly 45,000 individuals. In line with the vision of Dubai’s leadership and economic diversification strategy, Dubai Holding companies have nurtured sectors, irrevocably transforming Dubai’s socio-economic landscape and positioning Dubai as a diversified, globally integrated economy.

Dubai Holding is committed to the diversification of Dubai’s non-oil economy. Our portfolio, valued at over AED 284+ billion, spans 10 sectors, including real estate, hospitality, leisure & entertainment, ICT, design, education, media, retail, manufacturing & logistics, and science.

For the Good of Tomorrow

Dubai Holding is looking to hire an Associate Director – Data Scientist within the Information Technology Department at Dubai Holding. The role holder is responsible for data and analytics insights, artificial intelligence delivery to business owners as part of the Company’s AI Center of Excellence. The job holder is expected to drive significant impact and value through data and analytics within the business by identifying net new opportunities for impact, managing a diverse portfolio of analytics projects, leading high-profile initiatives, and collaborating with cross-functional partners to ensure awareness, agreement, alignment and commitment.

If you are ready to embark on a dynamic journey where your talents are valued, and your contributions make a real impact, we would like to hear from you.

Key Accountabilities:

AI & analytics delivery:

• Manage delivery of AI/Data Science projects with business partners.
• Build appropriate machine learning models to deliver business outcomes.
• Drive topline or bottom-line impact through advanced analytics.
• Roll out AI strategy workstreams including tech development and implementation.

New opportunities in partnership with business verticals:

• Build deep understanding of functional areas (e.g., Ops, Marketing, Finance) to identify new opportunities for optimising ROI.
• Develop AI use cases for customer growth or operational efficiency.
• Jointly own KPIs and performance metrics with business stakeholders.
• Work closely and collaborate with product managers for use case delivery.
• Ensure delivery within scope, budget, and schedule.

Agile delivery & team collaboration:

• Promote agile methodologies and iterative development.
• Collaborate cross-functionally to ensure alignment and commitment.

Who we are looking for:

• 8+ years of experience and 2+ years of line management.

Education/Professional Certification:

Minimum requirements

• Bachelor’s Degree in a quantitative field (Mathematics, Engineering, Statistics, Science, Data Science/ AI)
• Advanced degrees preferred.

Technical Competencies:

• Experience in the following databases: MySQL, Microsoft, Palantir Foundry etc.
• Experience in implementing AI solutions including OCR, Large Language Models, etc.
• Experience with LLM, GenAI, machine learning, predictive modelling/ algorithms etc.
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, PL/SQL, Spark and similar languages Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Experience working in a tech/ product environment is a plus

Behavioural Competencies:

• High-energy, ownership-driven mindset
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities
• Comfortable navigating ambiguity and driving clarity
• Experience in agile/start-up environments preferred
• Successful track record of leading complex projects is a plus

As much as we would be delighted to entertain all applicants, due to the high volumes of applications, only successful applicants will be contacted within 14 business days.

This job description is not all inclusive. Dubai Holding reserves the right to amend this job description at any time. Dubai Holding is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a diverse and inclusive work environment.