DATA SCIENTIST : FINANCIAL SERVICES

Antal International; Dubai; On-site; AED 60,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading financial services provider in Dubai is looking for a Data Scientist to work on impactful projects such as fraud detection and credit risk. You will apply deep learning and advanced analytics to financial challenges. The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science and has hands-on experience deploying AI/ML models. This role offers an opportunity to work at the forefront of financial technology projects with competitive salary and benefits.

Benefits

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Opportunity to work on large-scale projects

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience developing and deploying AI / ML models into production.
• Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and machine learning techniques.
• Exposure to financial services or fintech environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Design, build and deploy AI / ML models to address fraud, risk and forecasting.
• Collaborate with product, risk, and technology teams to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions.
• Research, test and optimise algorithms, including deep learning and LLMs.
• Present insights and recommendations directly to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Deep learning

Python

AI / ML model deployment

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Algorithms

Data structures

Machine learning techniques

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field

Job description

Job Description

Antal Motor City is partnering with a fast-growing financial services leader in Dubaithat is making significant investments in Generative AI and advanced data science. This is a unique chance to join a team at the forefront of AI-driven transformation in the region.

The Role

As a Data Scientist, you’ll work on high-impact initiatives such as fraud detection, credit risk, financial forecasting, and personalised digital services.

You’ll be applying deep learning, large language models and advanced analytics to solve some of the most pressing challenges in financial services.

Key Responsibilities

• Design, build and deploy AI / ML models to address fraud, risk and forecasting.
• Collaborate with product, risk, and technology teams to translate business needs into scalable AI solutions.
• Research, test and optimise algorithms, including deep learning and LLMs.
• Present insights and recommendations directly to senior stakeholders.

What We’re Looking For

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Data Science, or related field.
• Hands‑on experience developing and deploying AI / ML models into production.
• Strong Python skills with frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, or Keras.
• Deep understanding of algorithms, data structures, and machine learning techniques.
• (Preferred)Exposure to financial services or fintech environments.

What’s on Offer

• Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of Generative AIin financial services.
• Large-scale projects with immediate, real-world business impact.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

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