Principal Data Scientist - Predictive Analytics & AI

Reqiva; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 300,000 - 520,000; Part time

Job summary

Reqiva in Abu Dhabi seeks a Principal Data Scientist to lead advanced analytics, ML and AI-driven decision science initiatives in Abu Dhabi. You will develop sophisticated predictive and prescriptive models, transforming complex data into actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.

The candidate will combine deep expertise in statistics, machine learning, Python and advanced analytics with the ability to lead complex data science initiatives and communicate

Qualifications

• 10+ years in advanced analytics or data science
• Expertise in statistics, econometrics, ML and DL
• Advanced Python, R and SQL programming
• Experience with Databricks and Azure Data Services
• Strong feature engineering and predictive modelling
• Ability to translate data into actionable business insights
• Excellent communication of complex analysis to seniors
• MSc or PhD in relevant fields

Responsibilities

• Lead development of predictive and prescriptive analytics models.
• Design ML and statistical models for business challenges.
• Develop models for credit risk, fraud detection, customer analytics, and operational risk.
• Drive experimentation and advanced modelling techniques.
• Translate complex business requirements into practical, data-driven solutions.
• Apply advanced feature engineering to improve model performance.
• Present analytical findings to senior stakeholders.
• Establish data science standards and governance frameworks.
• Collaborate with technical and business teams to support data-driven decision-making.

Skills

Statistics & econometrics

Machine learning & deep learning

Python

R

SQL

Databricks

Azure Data Services

Communication with stakeholders

Education

MSc or PhD in Data Science / Statistics / Mathematics / CS

Tools

Databricks

Azure Data Services

Job description

Reqiva in Abu Dhabi seeks a Principal Data Scientist to lead advanced analytics, ML and AI-driven decision science initiatives in Abu Dhabi. You will develop sophisticated predictive and prescriptive models, transforming complex data into actionable insights that support strategic and operational decision-making.

The candidate will combine deep expertise in statistics, machine learning, Python and advanced analytics with the ability to lead complex data science initiatives and communicate