Senior Specialist, Data Science & Analytics II

Ma’aden; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading mining company in Saudi Arabia seeks a Senior Specialist in Data Science and AI to support the implementation of technology and AI-ML applications. The successful candidate will have at least 5 years of experience in AI technologies and a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. This role involves collaborating with teams to drive innovation and improve process efficiency through advanced data science solutions. Competitive compensation is offered.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in data science and AI-ML technologies.
• Experience in driving innovation and efficiency in the extractive industry.
• Ability to work well in a cross-functional, matrixed environment.

Responsibilities

• Support the Principal Engineer in implementing AI-ML use cases.
• Collaborate to identify and evaluate new data science applications.
• Conduct technical research on potential AI-ML applications.

Skills

Problem solving capability

Fast learner, adaptable to change

Critical thinking capabilities

Excellent prioritization skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, IT Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field

Job description

Job Title

Senior Specialist, Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Reporting to

Director, Technology CoE

Business Unit/Function

Sustainability, Safety & Innovation

Department

Technology and Innovation

Direct Reports

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Budget/Size

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Grade

M10

Job Family

Technology and Innovation

Sub Family

Data Science and Artificial Intelligence

Position Type

Regular

Job Purpose

Role is to support the Principal Engineer in driving the implementation of technology use cases, vendor discussions, and in-house AI-ML applications on internal use cases. You will utilize your expertise in data science and artificial intelligence to contribute to the development and deployment of innovative solutions across the organization.

Key Accountabilities

• Collaborate with the Principal Engineer to identify and evaluate AI-ML use cases for enhancing process efficiency and reducing reliance on conventional technologies.
• Assist in developing and implementing novel data science and AI applications, including AI-advisory modelling, ML algorithms, and AI-based ESG and safety dashboards.
• Conduct technical research to explore potential AI-ML applications and stay updated with emerging trends and advancements in the field.
• Contribute to the development of testing and validation protocols to ensure successful implementation of new technologies.
• Collaborate with the Principal Engineer to establish best practices, standards, policies, and procedures for the adoption of novel AI and data science applications.
• Stay updated with industry best practices and advancements in data science and artificial intelligence, and share knowledge with the team.

Minimum Qualifications, Experience and Competencies

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor's degree in computer engineering, IT Engineering, Software Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum Experience: 5+ years of experience in data science and AI-ML technologies, with a focus on driving innovation and efficiency improvements in the extractive industry.
• Ma’aden High-Performance Competencies: Teamwork, Integrity, Care, Ownership, Accountability, Communication, Continuous improvement, Achievement Drive, Decisiveness and judgement, Impact and influence, Commercial Acumen, Strategic Visioning.
• Skills:
  • Problem solving capability.
  • Fast learner, adaptable to change to work in an agile environment.
  • Demonstrated skills in mastering new knowledge and its applications.
  • Demonstrated ability to see underlying concepts and patterns in complex situations and their application to business decisions.
  • Work well in a cross-functional, strongly matrixed environment.
  • Critical thinking capabilities, analytical skills, action orientation.
  • Excellent prioritization skills.