119 Data Science jobs in Saudi Arabia

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

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.

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.

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.

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.

Who Are We

HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.

HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments, HALA Cashier and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.

Founded in 2017, HALA is currently duly licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank as well as the Financials Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Data Scientist with 1-2 years of experience to help shape the future of AI and ML at HALA. You’ll be working closely with leadership to define the roadmap, uncover high-impact use cases, and develop models that drive real business value.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the challenge of building from the ground up—bringing structure, experimentation, and vision to a space full of potential.

What You’ll Do

• Support and Contribute to the ML Roadmap : Identify and prioritize AI/ML opportunities across key areas such as credit risk, fraud detection, customer acquisition, and churn prevention
• Prototype & Scale : Propose, design, build, and deploy ML models that brings value to HALA, starting with rapid prototyping and scaling up based on impact
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work hand-in-hand with teams across the company to deeply understand their challenges and co-create solutions that leverage data

What You Bring

• Strong Python and SQL skills, and experience with ML libraries like scikit-learn, XGBoost, LightGBM, or similar
• A strategic mindset: you’re comfortable identifying business opportunities, prioritizing impact, and navigating ambiguity
• Clear communication and storytelling skills. You can turn data into action and rally teams around your ideas
• Experience (or interest) in working on use cases like credit scoring, fraud detection, or customer lifecycle modeling is a big plus
• Willingness to keep an open mind and learn on the job

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a leading FinTech that’s growing quickly—and we believe data will play a critical role in that growth. As an early member of the data science team, you’ll have the autonomy to explore, the support to execute, and the opportunity to shape how machine learning creates value across the organization.

What We Offer You
We believe you will love working at HALA!

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
• You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust. We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.

If you think you have what it takes to join a remarkable team #apply_now

HALA is a leading fintech player in the MENAP region that aims to redefine financial services and build the future bank of SMEs. HALA aims at empowering SMEs to start, run, and grow their businesses by providing them with cutting-edge financial and technological tools.

HALA currently holds multiple entities in UAE, Saudi Arabia and Egypt (including HALA Payments, HALA Cashier and HALA Logistics) and offers solutions that enable merchants to digitize their payments as well as manage their sales and operations.

Founded in 2017, HALA is currently duly licensed by the Saudi Arabian Central Bank as well as the Financials Services Regulatory Authority (FSRA) in Abu Dhabi Global Market.

About the Role

We’re hiring a Data Scientist with 1-2 years of experience to help shape the future of AI and ML at HALA. You’ll be working closely with leadership to define the roadmap, uncover high-impact use cases, and develop models that drive real business value.

This role is ideal for someone who enjoys the challenge of building from the ground up—bringing structure, experimentation, and vision to a space full of potential.

What You’ll Do

• Support and Contribute to the ML Roadmap : Identify and prioritize AI/ML opportunities across key areas such as credit risk, fraud detection, customer acquisition, and churn prevention
• Prototype & Scale : Propose, design, build, and deploy ML models that brings value to HALA, starting with rapid prototyping and scaling up based on impact
• Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work hand-in-hand with teams across the company to deeply understand their challenges and co-create solutions that leverage data

What You Bring

• StrongPython and SQL skills, and experience with ML libraries like scikit-learn, XGBoost, LightGBM, or similar
• A strategic mindset: you’re comfortable identifying business opportunities, prioritizing impact, and navigating ambiguity
• Clear communication and storytelling skills. You can turn data into action and rally teams around your ideas
• Experience (or interest) in working on use cases like credit scoring, fraud detection, or customer lifecycle modeling is a big plus
• Willingness to keep an open mind and learn on the job

Why Join Us?

You’ll be joining a leading FinTech that’s growing quickly—and we believe data will play a critical role in that growth. As an early member of the data science team, you’ll have the autonomy to explore, the support to execute, and the opportunity to shape how machine learning creates value across the organization.

What We Offer You
We believe you will love working at HALA!

• We have an inclusive and diverse culture that encourages innovation and flexibility in remote, in-office, and hybrid work setups.
• We offer highly competitive compensation packages, including the potential for shares.
• We prioritize personal development and offer regular training and an annual learning stipend to tackle new challenges and grow your career in a hyper-growth environment.
• Join a talented team of over 30 nationalities working in 7 countries and gain valuable experience in an exciting industry.
• We offer autonomy, mentoring, and challenging goals that create incredible opportunities for both you and the company.
• You will be given a lot of responsibility and trust.We believe that the best results come when the people responsible for a function are given the freedom to do what they think is best.

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SWATX is looking for a visionary and results-driven Senior Data Science Manager to join our leadership team. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for overseeing the strategic direction and execution of data science initiatives across the organization. You will lead a talented team of data scientists, driving innovation in predictive modeling, machine learning, and advanced analytics. As a key contributor to our data strategy, you will collaborate closely with senior leadership and cross-functional teams to deliver impactful insights and solutions that enhance business performance.

1. Develop and implement the overall data science vision, strategy, and framework to align with organizational goals.
2. Lead a high-performing team of data scientists, fostering a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous learning.
3. Drive the execution of strategic data science projects, ensuring alignment with business objectives and delivery of actionable insights.
4. Collaborate with stakeholders to identify high-impact opportunities for modeling and analytics that can enhance decision-making and operational efficiency.
5. Oversee the design and implementation of complex machine learning algorithms and statistical models to solve business challenges.
6. Monitor industry trends and emerging technologies in data science and analytics, incorporating best practices into the team’s methodologies.
7. Provide mentorship and professional development opportunities for team members to enhance their skill sets and career growth.
8. Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership, translating complex data insights into clear and actionable strategies.

Mozn is a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionising the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. It aims to realize Vision 2030 and has a proven track record of supporting and growing the tech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. Mozn is a trusted AI technology partner for major government organizations, large corporations, and startups.

We are in an exciting stage of scaling the company to provide AI-powered products and solutions both locally and globally, ensuring the growth and prosperity of our digital humanity. It is an exciting time to work in AI to create a lasting impact.

We are seeking a Data Science Manager to lead our team. You will oversee data scientists and engineers, manage model development, and contribute to software and data platform development. Your role involves driving impactful outcomes, fostering collaboration, and ensuring team success in delivering high-quality solutions.

• Lead a team working with large-scale datasets, designing and developing foundation models and their specialization, fine-tuning, and alignment.
• Manage the entire model development lifecycle, including design, experimentation, evaluation, prototyping, and production, ensuring high-quality results.
• Contribute to software and data delivery platform development, promoting a reusable, service-oriented approach across teams to create value for business use cases.
• Stay updated with emerging technologies, industry trends, and market developments to support model and product development, as well as operational activities.
• Participate in team growth by attracting, developing, and retaining top talent.
• Foster a collaborative, inclusive team culture with effective communication, knowledge sharing, and cross-functional collaboration.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in computer science or related field.
• At least 6 years of relevant experience, with 4+ years in science and engineering management.
• Proven experience in building and deploying Natural Language Understanding applications in production environments.
• Proficiency in Arabic language; knowledge of Modern Standard Arabic grammar and morphology is a plus.
• Strong Python programming skills, with advanced techniques and concepts.
• Extensive experience with PyTorch or TensorFlow frameworks.
• Experience handling large-scale, noisy text corpora (processing, cleaning, deduplication).
• Experience with large-scale distributed AI training and inference, including multi-node GPU computing, is a plus.
• Familiarity with multimodal foundation models is a plus.
• Background in computational or formal linguistics is a plus.
• Must embody humility, excellence, relevance, and a high sense of ownership.
• Join at a pivotal time for the Middle East in a high-growth environment, with significant responsibilities and trust.
• Enjoy competitive compensation, top-tier health insurance, and an empowering culture.
• Work alongside some of the greatest minds in AI in a fun, dynamic workplace that values diversity and inclusion.