121 Data Manager jobs in Saudi Arabia

• Collect and capture all Data and KPIs related to Manufacturing Quality.
• Develop Quality Dashboard using Lucid Applications and Tools to ensure data and KPIs visualization.
• Conduct data analysis and deep dives to visualize priorities and top contributors that require focus.
• Identify data and Quality issues trends versus Problem Solving.
• Track effectiveness of actions plans through data.
• Maintain all Quality Dashboards updated and accurate.
• Escalate urgent issues and prioritize business needs.
• Provide required support to all Quality functions regarding data collection, visualization and analysis.
• Develop regular reports for different management levels.
• Prepare reporting for weekly and monthly Quality reviews.

• Engineer degree in Industrial, data management or equivalent.
• Previous experience with OEM is a plus.
• Strong knowledge of MS Office tools (MS-Project, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint)
• Experience with Tableau and SmartSheet is a strong plus.
• Experience with the Manufacturing Execution System Application/Environment is a strong plus.
• Experience with Sales Force Application is a strong plus.
• Detail-oriented with strong record-keeping and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills and people skills, comfortable presenting ideas and issues to peer groups and leaders.
• Positive energy and attitude.
• Innovative Mindset.
• Demonstrated ability to work under high demanding level.
• Ability to work in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Ma’aden, established in 1997, is one of the fastest-growing mining companies in the world and the largest multi-commodity mining and metals company in the Middle East. We are leading the development of the mining industry to become the third pillar of Saudi Arabia’s economy by building a world-class, unique, and fully integrated mining value chain."

We are pleased to share an exciting opportunity for the below mentioned position. This role offers a chance to contribute to our ambitious growth and play a key part in shaping the future of mining in the Kingdom.

Job Title: Manager, Data Governance

Department: Data Governance

Job location: Riyadh

Working hours: 8 hours

Job post duration: starting 29 July 2025 - end date: 12 August 2025

Type of work : Full time

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE

The Data Governance Manager is the central authority responsible for organizing, administering, and promoting the Data Governance Framework across Maaden. This role ensures the effective implementation of data governance policies, standards, and practices to enhance data quality, integrity, security, and compliance. The manager will lead the Data Governance Operations and Projects, working closely with business and technical stakeholders to drive enterprise-wide data maturity and enable data-driven decision-making.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

• Lead the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of Maaden’s Data Governance Framework.
• Oversee the Data Governance Operations and Projects, including policy enforcement, monitoring, reporting, and stakeholder engagement.
• Collaborate with business units and technical to ensure alignment of data governance initiatives with enterprise objectives.
• Facilitate change management for updates in data governance policies and processes.
• Deliver training, mentoring, and awareness programs to promote data governance best practices.
• Chair the Data Governance Council and coordinate with Data Stewards, Data Owners, and Data Champions.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements (e.g., PDPL, other data protection laws).
• Monitor and report on data quality metrics and governance KPIs.
• Support metadata management, data cataloging, and data lineage initiatives.

QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Data Management, or a related field.
• Professional certifications such as CDMP, DCAM, are preferred.

EXPERIENCE & SKILLS

• Minimum 8–10 years of experience in data governance, data management, or enterprise information management.
• Proven experience in leading data governance programs in large organizations.
• Strong understanding of data governance tools (e.g. Informatica, Microsoft Purview).
• Familiarity with NDMO, data privacy regulations and compliance frameworks.
• Excellent communication, leadership, and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to influence cross-functional teams and drive cultural change.

COMPETENCIES

• Strategic Thinking: Ability to align data governance with business strategy.
• Leadership: Inspire and guide teams toward data maturity goals.
• Collaboration: Work effectively across departments and with external partners.
• Change Management: Lead organizational change in data practices.
• Analytical Thinking: Use data insights to inform governance decisions.
• Integrity & Accountability: Uphold ethical standards and ensure policy compliance.
• Communication: Clearly articulate governance principles and value to stakeholders.
• Work-Life Balance
• Employee wellness

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Administrative and Management
• Industries Mining and Oil, Gas, and Mining

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SWATX is seeking a highly skilled and experienced Data Science Manager to lead our growing data science team. In this strategic role, you will be responsible for overseeing the development and implementation of data-driven solutions to solve complex business challenges. You will mentor and guide a team of data scientists, driving innovation and excellence in analytics and machine learning. If you are a strong leader with a passion for data science and a proven track record of delivering impactful solutions, we invite you to join us.

Responsibilities:

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, providing guidance on best practices in data analysis, machine learning, and statistical modeling
• Develop and execute the data science strategy aligned with business objectives, ensuring that data-driven insights are integrated into decision-making processes
• Oversee the design and implementation of innovative data science projects that drive value for the organization
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities for leveraging data to improve products, services, and operational efficiency
• Build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders, understanding their data needs and ensuring timely delivery of insights
• Monitor and evaluate the performance of data science models and adjust strategies as necessary to achieve desired results
• Promote a data-driven culture within the organization by communicating the value of data science initiatives to stakeholders at all levels
• Stay updated on the latest trends and developments in data science and analytics, and integrate new methodologies and tools as appropriate
  
  

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field
• Proven experience in a data science role, with at least 5+ years of experience, including 2+ years in a managerial or leadership position
• Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, and experience with data manipulation and analysis libraries
• Solid understanding of machine learning algorithms, statistical methodologies, and data modeling techniques
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI) to communicate findings effectively
• Excellent project management skills and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail
• Exceptional communication skills, both verbal and written, in English and Arabic
• Proven capability to drive collaboration across teams and influence senior stakeholders
  
  

• Certified Data Scientist (CDS)
• Microsoft Certified: Azure Data Scientist Associate
• Google Cloud Professional Data Engineer

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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Arthur Lawrence is urgently seeking a Data Products Manager for a client in Riyadh, KSA. Please review the job requirements below. Your immediate application will help us place you successfully.

• 7+ years of experience in data product management or analytics platform, preferably in the financial or banking sector.
• Deep understanding of data platforms, analytics tools, data governance, and data architecture within a banking context.
• Experience with big data infrastructure & pipeline engineering (Hadoop, Spark, Nifi, Kafka, Hive, Impala, data lake, data warehouse).
• Advanced knowledge of data modeling & architecture design (logical & physical models, data flow optimization, business alignment).
• Experience with User-Centric Product Design (User Research, Journey Mapping, Testing Feedback Integration).

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Computer Science, Data Science, Finance, or a related field.
• Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO).
• Product Management certifications (e.g., AIPMM).

Arthur Lawrence is a management and technology consulting firm providing enterprise-wide business transformation and business applications implementation services. Our in-depth technical knowledge and broad experience enable organizations to develop winning strategies and cost-effective solutions.

We are an UN Women Empowerment Principal Signatory and are certified by the National Minority Supplier Development Council.

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; ranked in the top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest-growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ's Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

We rely on seven core values that enable us to deliver quality for our consultants and clients: Education, Integrity, Value Creation, Collaboration, Best Client, Best People, and Stewardship. By strictly adhering to these values, we have achieved success beyond all forecasts and expectations.

About the team:

Hudhud Maps Data Science team’s mission is to harness the power of data to build intelligent solutions that elevate the user experience, optimize decision-making, and improve operational efficiencies. As a leader in this team, you will be at the forefront of using cutting-edge AI and machine learning models to solve complex challenges in the MENA region. You’ll work with and hire some of the brightest data science talent, leveraging state-of-the-art technologies such as machine learning, optimization, deep learning, and NLP to transform how cities are mapped and navigated, all while driving real-time impact through our in-house AI and data infrastructure.

What you will do:

• Develop a vision and thought leadership in the space of mapping and location-based intelligence, gaining deep expertise in this domain.
• Define a clear roadmap for the data science teams, ensuring alignment with both product and business goals, while driving team growth and development.
• Lead and scale a distributed Data Science team, collaborating with cross-functional teams to solve challenges in multiple subdomains, including POI (Points of Interest) collection and enrichment, road and map features generation, search, personalization and real-time navigation.
• Develop innovative AI models and data strategies to solve previously unsolvable problems, unlocking new opportunities for Hudhud Maps to deliver exceptional value to users.
• Collaborate with leadership to ensure data science initiatives directly contribute to the company’s strategic goals and have a meaningful impact on the organization.
• Partner with engineering and product teams to deliver major cross-functional projects that push the boundaries of mapping technology.
• Reimagine and reinvent how mapping and navigation are experienced in the region using AI-driven approaches.
• Foster collaboration with external AI communities, universities, and the broader tech ecosystem in the MENA region to raise the bar for applied AI.

What you will need:

• An advanced degree in a quantitative field such as computer science, statistics, economics, or mathematics.
• At least 8+ years of professional experience working in data science and machine learning teams.
• Strong experience in building, managing, and growing data science teams is essential.
• A proven track record of delivering high-impact AI solutions and successfully leading cross-functional projects.
• Experience launching new products and continuously improving them over time.
• Demonstrated ability to attract, retain, and nurture top-tier talent.
• A passion for fostering a culture of ownership, collaboration, and results.
• Excellent leadership, communication, critical thinking, and judgment skills.
• A strong motivation to make an impact and elevate the AI landscape in the region.

• 8+ years of experience in data engineering with at least 2–3 years in a managerial or lead capacity
• Strong experience with SQL, Python/Scala, and data architecture patterns in financial systems
• Hands-on experience with data platforms such as Hadoop, Spark, Snowflake, Redshift, or BigQuery
• Experience with banking core systems (e.g., Temenos, Finacle, FIS) and financial data integration is a strong advantage
• Familiarity with financial regulations and reporting standards (e.g., BCBS 239, MiFID II, GDPR)

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field
• Certified Data Management Professional (CDMP)
• AWS/GCP/Azure Data Engineer Certifications

• Winner of Entrepreneur 360 Award (2019).
• IAOP Award; Ranked in top 100 internationally.
• Arthur Lawrence ranked within the Inc 5000 twice in 2016 and 2017 as one of the fastest-growing companies in America.
• Named one of the top ten fastest growing businesses in Houston in 2016.
• Ranked 25th in the HBJ's Fast 100 Private Companies Award in 2017.

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The Data Privacy Manager at the Data Management Office (DMO) is responsible for ensuring the organization's data management practices comply with relevant data protection regulations and Saudi's Personal Data Protection laws. The role involves developing, implementing, and monitoring privacy policies, conducting privacy impact assessments, and working closely with various departments to promote data privacy awareness and best practices.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and maintain data privacy policies, procedures, and guidelines in alignment with national and international data protection regulations
• Conduct regular audits and assessments to ensure compliance with data privacy laws and regulations
• Identify and assess potential privacy risks and work with relevant teams to mitigate them
• Lead the development and execution of Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) for new projects, systems, and data initiatives to identify and address privacy risks
• Design and deliver data privacy training programs for staff across the organization
• Promote a culture of data privacy and protection
  
  

• Bachelor's degree in IT , Law, Information Security, Computer Science, or a related field. CIPP, CIPM, CIPT is preferred
• 10+ years of experience in data privacy, data protection, or a related field
• Strong knowledge of data protection laws and regulations, such as PDPL, GDPR, CCPA, or equivalent national regulations
• Experience in conducting Privacy Impact Assessments (PIAs) and managing data breach incidents
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to influence and educate stakeholders on data privacy matters
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Seniority level Mid-Senior level

• Employment type Full-time

• Job function Information Technology
• Industries IT Services and IT Consulting

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