146 Data Science Manager jobs in Saudi Arabia

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Mozn is a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionising the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science, headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. Mozn focuses on realising Vision 2030 and supports the tech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the GCC. Mozn is the trusted AI technology partner for government organisations as well as large corporations and startups. We are scaling to provide AI-powered products and solutions locally and globally to drive growth and impact.

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, overseeing all aspects of model development, evaluation, and deployment.
• Own the data science project lifecycle—from ideation and experimentation to prototyping, productionization, and monitoring—ensuring delivery of impactful client solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product teams, and clients to understand requirements, translate business problems into data-driven solutions, and communicate results.
• Contribute to the design and improvement of data and software platforms, emphasizing scalable, reusable, and service-oriented solutions.
• Keep the team up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends in data science, machine learning, and AI, supporting continuous learning and innovation.
• Support business development by engaging in client discussions, understanding client needs, and proposing data science solutions tailored to diverse domains.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance team culture focused on excellence and client satisfaction.
• Attract, develop, and retain top data science talent.

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in data science leadership or management roles.
• Proven experience developing and deploying data science solutions in production environments.
• Broad knowledge of machine learning, statistical modeling, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience working with large, real-world datasets (structured and unstructured).
• Familiarity with scalable ML infrastructure, cloud computing, and distributed computing is a plus.
• Strong client-facing communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Arabic is preferred.
• Demonstrated ownership, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.

• You will be at the forefront of an exciting time for the Middle East, joining a high-growth rocket-ship in an expanding AI space.
• You will be given responsibility and trust; we believe the best results come when the people responsible for a function are empowered to act.
• Competitive compensation, top-tier health insurance, and an enabling culture to focus on what you do best.
• A fun and dynamic workplace alongside some of the brightest minds in AI.
• We value diversity and empower everyone to be the best version of themselves.

• Seniority level : Mid-Senior level
• Employment type : Full-time
• Job function : Engineering and Information Technology
• Industries : Software Development

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Mozn is a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionising the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and it’s working to realise Vision 2030 with a proven track record of excellence in supporting and growing the tech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. Mozn is the trusted AI technology partner for some of the largest government organisations, as well as many 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 that ensure the growth and prosperity of our digital humanity. It is an exciting time to work in the field of AI to create a long-lasting impact.

About the role

We are seeking a Data Science Manager to join our team. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for guiding and developing a team of data scientists, driving the full lifecycle of model development, and ensuring delivery of high-quality, client-focused solutions across a range of business domains. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external clients, leading initiatives that encompass a broad spectrum of data science applications.

What you'll do

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, overseeing all aspects of model development, evaluation, and deployment.
• Own the data science project lifecycle—from ideation and experimentation to prototyping, productionization, and monitoring—ensuring delivery of impactful client solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product teams, and clients to understand requirements, translate business problems into data-driven solutions, and communicate results.
• Contribute to the design and improvement of data and software platforms, emphasizing scalable, reusable, and service-oriented solutions.
• Keep the team up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends in data science, machine learning, and AI, supporting continuous learning and innovation.
• Support business development efforts by engaging in client discussions, understanding client needs, and proposing data science solutions tailored to diverse domains.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance team culture, focused on excellence and client satisfaction.
• Attract, develop, and retain top data science talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in data science leadership or management roles.
• Proven experience developing and deploying data science solutions in production environments.
• Broad knowledge of machine learning, statistical modeling, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience working with large, real-world datasets (structured and unstructured).
• Familiarity with scalable ML infrastructure, cloud computing, and distributed computing is a plus.
• Strong client-facing communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Arabic is preferred.
• Demonstrated ownership, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.
• You will be at the forefront of an exciting time for the Middle East, joining a high-growth rocket-ship in an exciting space.
• 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.
• The fundamentals will be taken care of: competitive compensation, top-tier health insurance, and an enabling culture so that you can focus on what you do best.
• You will enjoy a fun and dynamic workplace working alongside some of the greatest minds in AI.
• We believe strength lies in difference, embracing all for who they are and empowered to be the best version of themselves.

Mozn is a rapidly growing technology firm revolutionising the field of Artificial Intelligence and Data Science headquartered in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia and it’s working to realise Vision 2030 with a proven track record of excellence in supporting and growing the tech ecosystem in Saudi Arabia and the GCC region. Mozn is the trusted AI technology partner for some of the largest government organisations, as well as many 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 that ensure the growth and prosperity of our digital humanity. It is an exciting time to work in the field of AI to create a long-lasting impact.

About the role

We are seeking a Data Science Manager to join our team. In this leadership role, you will be responsible for guiding and developing a team of data scientists, driving the full lifecycle of model development, and ensuring delivery of high-quality, client-focused solutions across a range of business domains. You’ll work closely with internal teams and external clients, leading initiatives that encompass a broad spectrum of data science applications.

What you'll do

• Lead and mentor a team of data scientists, overseeing all aspects of model development, evaluation, and deployment.
• Own the data science project lifecycle—from ideation and experimentation to prototyping, productionization, and monitoring—ensuring delivery of impactful client solutions.
• Collaborate with engineering, product teams, and clients to understand requirements, translate business problems into data-driven solutions, and communicate results.
• Contribute to the design and improvement of data and software platforms, emphasizing scalable, reusable, and service-oriented solutions.
• Keep the team up to date with emerging technologies and industry trends in data science, machine learning, and AI, supporting continuous learning and innovation.
• Support business development efforts by engaging in client discussions, understanding client needs, and proposing data science solutions tailored to diverse domains.
• Foster an inclusive, collaborative, and high-performance team culture, focused on excellence and client satisfaction.
• Attract, develop, and retain top data science talent.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, or a related field.
• 6+ years of relevant experience, with at least 4 years in data science leadership or management roles.
• Proven experience developing and deploying data science solutions in production environments.
• Broad knowledge of machine learning, statistical modeling, and data analysis.
• Proficiency in Python and experience with frameworks such as PyTorch or TensorFlow.
• Experience working with large, real-world datasets (structured and unstructured).
• Familiarity with scalable ML infrastructure, cloud computing, and distributed computing is a plus.
• Strong client-facing communication skills; ability to translate technical concepts for business stakeholders.
• Proficiency in Arabic is preferred.
• Demonstrated ownership, collaboration, and commitment to excellence.
• You will be at the forefront of an exciting time for the Middle East, joining a high-growth rocket-ship in an exciting space.
• 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.
• The fundamentals will be taken care of: competitive compensation, top-tier health insurance, and an enabling culture so that you can focus on what you do best.
• You will enjoy a fun and dynamic workplace working alongside some of the greatest minds in AI.
• We believe strength lies in difference, embracing all for who they are and empowered to be the best version of themselves.

Job Purpose - الغرض من الوظيفة

The Data Analyst will play a key role in improving the quality of patient safety data at the Saudi Patient Safety Center (SPSC). By applying advanced statistical and analytical methods, the analyst will generate evidence-based reports, develop national patient safety KPIs, and support decision-making at both national and international levels - سيساهم محلل البيانات بدور محوري في تحسين جودة بيانات سلامة المرضى في المركز السعودي لسلامة المرضى ومن خلال تطبيق الأساليب الإحصائية والتحليلية المتقدمة، سيقوم المحلل بإعداد تقارير قائمة على الأدلة، وتطوير مؤشرات أداء وطنية لسلامة المرضى، ودعم عملية اتخاذ القرار على المستويين الوطني والدولي. ويسهم هذا الدور بشكل مباشر في تعزيز مكانة المركز كجهة وطنية رائدة ذات شراكات دولية ومعترف بها من قبل منظمة الصحة العالمية (WHO).

Responsibilities - المسؤوليات

• Collect, clean, analyze, and present findings of healthcare data using advanced statistical tools and methods - جمع البيانات الصحية وتنظيفها وتحليلها وعرض نتائجها باستخدام أدوات وأساليب إحصائية متقدمة.
• Prepare reports highlighting trends, risks, and recommendations for performance improvement - إعداد تقارير تسلط الضوء على الاتجاهات والمخاطر والتوصيات اللازمة لتحسين الأداء.
• Collaborate with clinical teams to interpret findings and implement evidence-based improvements - التعاون مع الفرق السريرية لتفسير النتائج وتطبيق التحسينات المبنية على الأدلة.
• Support research studies and national/international projects related to patient safety - دعم الدراسات البحثية والمشاريع الوطنية والدولية ذات الصلة بسلامة المرضى.
• Develop, monitor, and evaluate patient safety Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) - تطوير ومتابعة وتقييم مؤشرات الأداء الرئيسة (KPIs) الخاصة بسلامة المرضى.
• Ensure accuracy, integrity, and quality assurance of data before reporting - ضمان دقة ونزاهة البيانات وجودتها قبل نشرها أو الإبلاغ عنها.
• Contribute to strengthening SPSC's international reporting and benchmarking in line with WHO standards - الإسهام في تعزيز التقارير الدولية والمقارنات المرجعية للمركز بما يتماشى مع معايير منظمة الصحة العالمية.
• Create dashboards and visualization tools (Power BI/Tableau) to facilitate decision-making in patient safety - إنشاء لوحات متابعة وأدوات عرض بيانية (Power BI/Tableau) لدعم عملية اتخاذ القرار في مجال سلامة المرضى.

Requirement and Qualifications - المتطلبات والمؤهلات

• Bachelor or Master's degree in Biostatistics, Epidemiology, Health Data Science, or a related field - درجة الباكلوريوس او الماجستير في الإحصاء الحيوي، علم الأوبئة، علوم بيانات الصحة، أو مجال ذي صلة.
• Minimum of 4 years' experience in biostatistics or healthcare data analysis, Experience in patient safety data domains is preferred.
• Patient Safety certification - شهادة في سلامة المرضى.
• Certified Professional in Healthcare Quality (CPHQ) - أخصائي معتمد في جودة الرعاية الصحية
• Machine Learning specialization - تخصص في التعلم الآلي.
• Lean Six Sigma Green/Black Belt - لين سقما
• Certified Health Data Analyst (CHDA) - محلل بيانات صحية معتمدة

Skills - المهارات

Technical Skills:

• Proficiency in statistical software and tools such as SAS, R, SPSS, Power BI, or Python - إجادة استخدام البرمجيات والأدوات الإحصائية مثل SAS، R، SPSS، Power BI أو Python.
• Strong SQL and data querying from relational databases or cloud-based environments - إتقان SQL واستخراج البيانات من قواعد البيانات العلائقية أو البيئات السحابية.
• Advanced analytical and problem-solving skills, with ability to extract meaningful insights - مهارات تحليلية متقدمة وحل المشكلات مع القدرة على استنتاج رؤى ذات مغزى.
• Strong reporting skills with ability to communicate complex findings clearly - مهارات قوية في إعداد التقارير وعرض النتائج المعقدة بشكل واضح.
• Ensure data accuracy, quality, and security in compliance with internal policies and data governance standards - ضمان دقة وجودة وأمن البيانات بما يتماشى مع السياسات الداخلية ومعايير حوكمة البيانات.
• Cross-functional Collaboration - القدرة على التعاون الفعال مع فرق متعددة التخصصات.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and data presentation abilities for clinical and non-clinical audiences - قدرات تواصل متميزة وعرض البيانات بطريقة مناسبة للجمهور السريري وغير السريري.
• High attention to detail and accuracy in data work - دقة عالية واهتمام بالتفاصيل في العمل مع البيانات.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in multidisciplinary teams - القدرة على التعاون والعمل الجماعي بفعالية.

Job Description

• Collect, clean, and transform structured and unstructured datasets from multiple sources (databases, APIs, data warehouses, and flat files) for analysis.
• Develop, maintain, and optimize SQL queries, stored procedures, and ETL pipelines to ensure reliable data flows.
• Perform statistical analysis, hypothesis testing, and predictive modeling to extract actionable insights and support decision-making.
• Create advanced dashboards and reports using tools such as Power BI, Tableau, or Looker, ensuring KPIs are tracked and visualized effectively.
• Collaborate with data engineers and business stakeholders to define data requirements and ensure alignment between technical outputs and business needs.
• Apply data mining, clustering, and regression techniques to detect patterns, trends, and anomalies across large datasets.
• Document methodologies, maintain reproducibility of analysis, and adhere to best practices for version control and code management (e.g., Git).

Job Requirements

• A degree in computer science, data science or any other relevant field. A master's is a plus
• 4 years of experience in relevant fields
• Data Engineering & Querying: Strong proficiency in SQL
• Visualization & Reporting: Advanced skills in BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or equivalent) and ability to design performance-optimized dashboards.
• Data Wrangling: Ability to handle raw, messy data—cleaning, normalizing, feature engineering, and managing large datasets with performance considerations.
• Cloud & Analytics Tools: Familiarity with cloud platforms (GCP BigQuery, AWS Redshift, Azure Synapse) and distributed data systems (Spark, Hadoop) is a plus as well as hands-on experience on Dataiku is a plus.

Machine Learning & AI Specialist

Location:
Dammam / Remote

Type:
Full-time

Objective:

Develop AI and computer vision solutions for fast and accurate item recognition and counting.

Responsibilities:

• Build and deploy computer vision models for SKU recognition in varied real-world settings.
• Implement 3D perception / Spatial Vision using
  LiDAR
  and other sensors for accurate mapping of items and shelves.
• Optimize models for on-device processing (mobile/tablet) to reduce latency.
• Integrate AI outputs with backend or ERP systems for real-time inventory updates.
• Preprocess, label, and manage datasets for training and testing models.
• Continuously monitor and improve model accuracy and performance.

Required Skills & Tools:

• Deep learning & computer vision (CNNs, 3D CNNs, object detection)
• Frameworks:
  TensorFlow, PyTorch, OpenCV
• On-device inference:
  TensorFlow Lite, ONNX, CoreML
• 3D sensing / LiDAR integration
• Data preprocessing, labeling, and model evaluation

Preferred:

• Augmented Reality (AR) for overlay information
• Self-supervised or semi-supervised learning techniques

About the role

We are seeking a talented Machine Learning Engineer to join our growing team. As a Machine Learning Engineer, you will play a pivotal role in optimizing ML models for efficient training and inference, deploying deep learning models in specialized hardware for inference usage, monitoring the performance and latency of deployed models, and maintaining ML infrastructure.

• Designing, building, supporting, and scaling our cloud and / or our on-premise ML infrastructure.
• Deploying deep learning models in production environments and optimizing their performance for inference on either GPU or CPU.
• Maintaining our infrastructure (on-prem and cloud) and preparing it for training and inference purposes.
• Monitoring deployed ML models for their performance, latency, and throughput using automated tools for monitoring and reporting.
• Evaluating and improving data science processes, identifying opportunities for automation, efficiency, and scalability.
• Collaborating with other teams, including product managers, data scientists, software engineers, data annotators, and business stakeholders, to ensure successful deployments of ML models.
• Staying up to date with the latest trends and advancements in ML engineering, ML models, and applying this knowledge to enhance the team's capabilities.
• Exploring and learning new technologies that can complement or replace our current stack to improve it.

• You will be at the forefront of an exciting time for the Middle East, joining a high-growth rocket-ship in an exciting space.
• 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.
• The fundamentals will be taken care of : competitive compensation, top-tier health insurance, and an enabling culture so that you can focus on what you do best.
• You will enjoy a fun and dynamic workplace working alongside some of the greatest minds in AI.
• We believe strength lies in difference, embracing all for who they are and empowered to be the best version of themselves.

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• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related field.
• 2 years of experience in a similar role.
• Proficiency in Arabic language (Native Arabic speaker) is a must.
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages (e.g., Python, C, C++) with the ability to learn new languages.
• Experience with relational databases, including SQL queries, database definition, and schema design.
• Experience with deploying Deep learning frameworks (e.g. Tensorflow, Pytorch, Onnx) in production environments using inference frameworks (e.g. Nvidia Triton, TFXServing, TorchServe).
• Uphold best practices and principles around clean code, version control, testing, continuous integration and continuous deployment.
• Effective communication skills to convey technical solutions to end-users.
• Experience with monitoring ML models and reporting tools (e.g. grafana, and / or promethues).
• Experience with containerization technologies (e.g. Docker) is highly preferred.
• Experience with distributed computing systems is a plus.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g. AWS, GCP, OCI) is a plus.
• Knowledge of big data platforms like kafka, hadoop, and spark is a plus.

1. Build and maintain high-performance microservices using Kotlin and Spring Boot
2. Model relational schemas, optimize SQL queries, and manage data consistency across MySQL and PostgreSQL
3. Collaborate with data scientists to consume ML models (e.g., via REST, gRPC), embed intelligent decisioning into backend services
4. Develop and maintain RESTful APIs; define contracts for frontend, partner services, or AI inference layers
5. Contribute to Docker/Kubernetes-based deployments, CI/CD pipelines, and monitoring (Grafana, Prometheus, etc.)
6. Review code, guide peers on best practices, and participate in architectural discussions and roadmap planning

Skills

• 5+ years of experience building production-ready backend systems
• Expert-level knowledge of Kotlin and Spring Boot ecosystem
• Strong experience with microservices, API design, and distributed systems
• Hands-on experience with MySQL and PostgreSQL including schema design and query optimization
• Solid understanding of software design patterns, RESTful principles, and secure coding practices
• Experience with containerized environments and orchestrators (Docker, Kubernetes)
• Familiarity with integrating AI/ML models (e.g., Python-based APIs, TensorFlow/ONNX serving, or model inference endpoints)
• Strong communication skills and ability to work across engineering and data teams

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Design and implement machine learning models, algorithms, and deep learning applications and systems.
• Optimize and scale ML models for production.
• Collaborate with data scientists, administrators, data analysts, data engineers, and data architects on production systems and applications.
• Monitor model performance and identify differences in data distribution that could potentially affect model performance in real-world applications.
• Ensure algorithms generate accurate user recommendations.
• Prepare and clean data for model training, including data wrangling, feature engineering, and handling missing values.
• Integrate machine learning models into production systems (web applications, APIs) using software engineering best practices.
• Document the machine learning development process and model performance for future reference and collaboration.
• Stay up to date with developments in the machine learning industry.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field (preferred).
• At least 5 years of hands-on experience as machine learning engineer or similar role.
• Familiarity with Python, Java, C++, and R.

• Machine Learning Algorithms and Techniques (supervised, unsupervised, reinforcement learning).
• Software Engineering Principles (version control, testing, DevOps).
• Cloud Computing Platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) (often a plus).
• Extensive math and computer skills, with a deep understanding of probability, statistics, and algorithms.
• In-depth knowledge of machine learning frameworks, like Keras or PyTorch.
• Familiarity with data structures, data modeling, and software architecture.
• Excellent time management and organizational skills.