DATA SCIENTIST : FINANCIAL SERVICES

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

Job summary

A leading financial services firm in Dubai is seeking a Data Scientist to work on impactful AI initiatives, including fraud detection and financial forecasting. The role requires hands-on experience with AI/ML models, strong Python skills, and a relevant degree. This position offers a competitive salary and unique opportunities at the cutting edge of AI in finance.

Benefits

Competitive salary and benefits package

Opportunity to work at the cutting edge of Generative AI

Large-scale projects with immediate business impact

Qualifications

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

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.
• Research, test and optimise algorithms, including deep learning and LLMs.
• Present insights and recommendations directly to senior stakeholders.

Skills

Python

Deep learning

Machine learning

Collaborative teamwork

Education

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

Tools

TensorFlow

PyTorch

Keras

Job description

Job Description

Antal Motor City is partnering with a fast-growing financial services leader in Dubai that 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 AI in financial services.
• Large-scale projects with immediate, real-world business impact.
• Competitive salary and benefits package.

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