[UAE] Senior Consultant AI & Data Science

Company Description

Sia Partners is a next-generation consulting firm focused on delivering superior value and tangible results to clients as they navigate the digital revolution. Our global footprint and expertise in more than 40 sectors and services allow us to enhance our clients' businesses worldwide. We guide their projects and initiatives in strategy, business transformation, IT & digital strategy, and Data Science. As the pioneer of Consulting 4.0, we integrate AI into our solutions.

Sia Partners comprises of 2,800+ consultants with diverse expertise, and operates from 39 offices worldwide across Asia, North Africa, North America, and Australia, in addition to Europe and the United Kingdom.

In the Middle East, Sia Partners provides expert advisory services on strategy & execution, innovation, operational performance & cost reduction, cyber & data security, efficient organisation, transformation & change management, HR performance, and IT performance. In addition to these services, Sia Institute, Sia Partners’ world-class international training arm, provides a wide range of learning programs and workshops with modules successfully delivered across various locations and sectors, particularly in the Middle East.

Along with a multinational team, the Partners leading the Middle East offices have a long record of accomplishments and expertise; and play an active role in the realization of the region’ vision in both Public and Private sectors.

Why join the Sia Village? 

Excellence | Entrepreneurship | Innovation | Teamwork | Care & Support | Employee Wellbeing

These are the six core values that guide all our actions. As an expression of our values, our Sia Village concept describes our commitment to fostering a sense of community within and among our offices. We believe that knowledge sharing is the key, not only to innovation, but to the growth and development of our people.

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Senior Data Scientist with expertise in AI to join our consulting team. The ideal candidate will possess a strong background in data science, AI technologies, and advanced analytics, with 5-10 years of relevant experience. As a Senior Data Scientist, you will lead and design AI-driven projects, manage key AI products such as SiaGPT and HEKA.AI for the Middle East Hub, bring thought leadership in the AI space, and contribute to pre-sales and business development activities. You will work closely with clients to understand their business needs, develop innovative AI solutions, and provide actionable insights that drive strategic decision-making.

Key Responsibilities: 

• Lead and Design AI & DS Projects: Design, implement, and lead data science and AI projects, ensuring they meet client objectives and deliver business value.
• Product Management: Oversee the management and deployment of AI & DS products/solutions, specifically SiaGPT and HEKA.AI, ensuring successful implementation and adoption in the Middle East Hub.
• Thought Leadership in AI & DS: Stay at the forefront of AI & DS trends and technologies, providing thought leadership and contributing to the company’s strategy and offerings in these areas.
• Client Collaboration: Work closely with clients to understand their business objectives, data requirements, and AI & DS needs.
• Data Analysis and Modeling: Develop and apply advanced statistical models, machine learning algorithms, and AI techniques to solve complex business problems.
• Cloud Hosting Expertise: Utilize knowledge of cloud hosting environments, including AWS, Azure, and other relevant platforms, to deploy and manage AI & DS solutions effectively.
• Pre-Sales and Business Development: Collaborate with the sales team to identify opportunities, contribute to proposal development, and present AI & DS solutions to prospective clients.
• Data Integration: Integrate and analyze data from multiple sources to create unified, accurate datasets for AI & DS modeling and analysis.
• Data Visualization: Create visually appealing and interactive dashboards and visualizations to present AI & DS-driven insights in a comprehensible manner.
• Stakeholder Communication: Communicate complex AI & DS findings to non-technical stakeholders effectively.

Qualifications

• 5-10 years of experience in data science, AI, or related fields.
• Master’s degree in a quantitative field (e.g., Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, AI).
• Proficiency in Python, SQL, and machine learning frameworks (e.g., TensorFlow, PyTorch).
• Experience with BI tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or similar for data visualization.
• Strong background in AI/ML techniques, including natural language processing, computer vision, and predictive analytics.
• Experience in managing a broad range of AI products and solutions as well as Generative AI (GenAI) solutions.
• Knowledge of cloud hosting environments, particularly AWS, Azure, and other relevant platforms.
• Knowledge of data warehousing concepts and ETL processes.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Effective communication and client-facing skills.
• Experience in contributing to pre-sales and business development activities.
• Certifications in AI/ML, data science, or cloud platforms are a plus.
• Experience with cloud-based AI/ML platforms (e.g., AWS SageMaker, Azure ML) is a plus.
• Business proficiency level in English and Arabic (reading, writing, typing) is a must.

Additional Information

What we offer:

• Competitive salary and benefits.
• Entrepreneurial journey.
• Career advocacy program that supports achieving professional development goals through guidance, and real-time feedback.
• Continuous learning & development opportunities.

Our Commitment to Diversity

Diversity, equity, inclusion, and belonging (DEIB) are part of Sia Partners’ DNA. Thanks to our expertise in several sectors and our international growth, our teams include a variety of experiences and cultures. We’re confident that promoting DEIB creates an environment in which everyone can reach their full potential.

Our global network, DEIB@Sia Partners, brings together our people worldwide to facilitate local and global progress, focused on the following areas:

• Gender equality (global Gender Equality Index score of 91/100 for FY19-20)
• Race & Ethnicity
• Working Parents
• Disabilities

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.
To learn more about our mission, values, and business sectors, please visit our website.

Sia Partners is an equal opportunity employer. All aspects of employment, including hiring, promotion, remuneration, or discipline, are based solely on performance, competence, conduct, or business needs.