Data Scientist Analyst - Data Modelling And BI Emirati Talent

Majid Al Futtaim; Dubai; On-site; AED 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Majid Al Futtaim seeks a data engineer/analytics specialist to design data pipelines, build dashboards in Tableau and Power BI, and deliver analytics and ML solutions that drive data-driven decisions and AI initiatives.

You will work across data teams, ensuring data quality and governance, implement lightweight apps with Streamlit, and contribute to AI/NLP experiments while documenting models and results for future deployment.

Qualifications

• Quantitative degree required.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL for data transformations.
• Experience building dashboards in Tableau and Power BI.
• Experience developing ML models with scikit-learn.
• Familiarity with version control and Jupyter/Colab.

Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines using Python and SQL.
• Build and maintain Tableau and Power BI dashboards with KPI governance.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis to identify trends and insights.
• Develop and evaluate predictive analytics and ML models with scikit-learn.
• Create analytics apps and proof-of-concept solutions using Streamlit.
• Support AI, NLP and Generative AI initiatives through experimentation and prototyping.
• Maintain documentation for data models, dashboards, and code repos with governance.
• Deliver reporting-ready datasets and at least one analytics/ML prototype with outcomes.

Skills

Python

SQL

Pandas

NumPy

Tableau

Power BI

Excel

Machine Learning

Data Visualization

Education

Bachelor's degree in a quantitative field

Tools

Git/GitHub

Jupyter/Colab

VS Code

PyCharm

Streamlit

Job description

Job Description:

Role Summary

Provide data engineering, analytics, and dashboard development support to Majid Al Futtaim Global Solutions (MAF GS) by designing and optimizing data pipelines, creating insightful Tableau and Power BI dashboards, and delivering analytics and machine learning solutions that enhance data-driven decision-making and accelerate AI innovation initiatives.

ROLE PROFILE

• Design, develop, and optimize scalable data pipelines using Python and SQL/MySQL to ensure high-quality datasets are available for analytics and reporting.
• Build, enhance, and maintain interactive Tableau and Power BI dashboards, delivering actionable insights through clearly defined and governed KPIs.
• Conduct exploratory data analysis and statistical assessments to identify trends, generate insights, and support operational and strategic decision-making.
• Develop and evaluate predictive analytics and machine learning models, leveraging tools such as scikit-learn to address business challenges and improve outcomes.
• Create and deploy lightweight analytics applications and proof-of-concept solutions using Streamlit, improving stakeholder access to data and insights.
• Support AI, NLP, and Generative AI initiatives by contributing to experimentation, prototyping, and validation of innovative use cases.
• Maintain comprehensive documentation for data models, dashboards, and code repositories while adhering to data quality, governance, and version control standards.
• Deliver reporting-ready datasets, stakeholder-adopted dashboards, reusable analytical assets, and at least one analytics, ML, or AI prototype with documented outcomes and recommendations for future implementation.

Requirements

• Proficiency in Python (Pandas, NumPy) and SQL/MySQL to manage, transform, analyze, and model data for business insights and reporting.
• Strong expertise in data visualization and business intelligence tools, including Tableau, Power BI, and advanced Excel, with the ability to define and monitor meaningful KPIs.
• Knowledge of exploratory data analysis, statistical techniques, and machine learning concepts, including feature engineering, model development, evaluation, and performance optimization.
• Experience in developing and deploying analytics solutions and prototypes using Streamlit, with exposure to modern AI platforms and tools such as Hugging Face and NLP frameworks.
• Familiarity with collaborative development environments and version control tools, including Git/GitHub, Jupyter/Colab, VS Code, and PyCharm, ensuring efficient project delivery and knowledge sharing.
• Demonstrates strong analytical thinking, problem-solving ability, stakeholder communication, attention to detail, and a continuous learning mindset, supported by a relevant quantitative degree and practical experience through internships, academic project

What We Offer

• At Majid Al Futtaim, we’re on a mission to create great moments, to spread happiness, to build, experiences that stay in our memories for a lifetime. We’re proud to say that over the past 27 years, we have built a reputation as a regional market leader in what we do. Join us!
• Work in a friendly environment, where everyone shares positive vibes and excited about our future.
• Work with over 45,000 diverse and talented colleagues, all guided by our Leadership Model.