At Emirates, we believe in connecting the world, to and through, our global hub in Dubai; and in constantly innovating to ensure our customers ‘Fly Better’. The Data Science department falls under Enterprise Data and Analytics department at Emirates is at the forefront of transforming business operations through data-driven insights and advanced analytics. The team specializes in applying machine learning, statistical modeling, and big data solutions to optimize various aspects of the airline’s operations, from revenue management to workforce optimization. By developing predictive and prescriptive models, the department empowers the business to make informed, strategic decisions, driving growth and improving operational efficiencies across the Emirates Group.

As Data Scientist, you will undertake Data Science (DS) projects through the application of mathematical modelling, machine learning, problem structuring and big data analysis to solve complex business problems across the Emirates Group portfolio with a focus on timely delivery and ownership of results.

In this role, you will responsible for:

• Deliver analytics projects, applying appropriate statistical and machine learning techniques to produce key insights and actionable takeaways, and presenting findings and recommendations to the stakeholders.
• Develop dimensions of the DS project such as data analysis, visualization and development of tools, models and documentation. Analyse business metrics and KPIs to understand trends, identify issues, and opportunities for optimisation.
• Address day-to-day technical issues, ensuring high quality of deliveries are achieved.
• Derive business insight from large, structured, semi-structured and unstructured, data sets and work with business stakeholders to deploy insights derived from this analysis to extract commercial value.
• Work with cross-functional team members, combining computer science and mathematics, to identify and inject high-value actionable insights into business processes at their point of highest impact. Work in quick iterations, using the techniques and algorithms best suited for solving the challenging problems through active involvement in the in the development of our analytics tools for A/B testing, segmentation, funnel analysis, and other analytics needs.
• Support sprint/work design and planning projects to bridge the gap between research and analytics by providing data-driven solutions across the required areas.

To be considered for this role, you must meet the below requirement:

• MSc in a relevant field such as data science, operations research, mathematics, science, data mining, artificial intelligence, applied statistics, machine learning or economics.
• 2-4+ years of hands-on experience in the Analytics ecosystem
• Hands-on experience with big data technologies (Spark and Hadoop ecosystem) and deep learning frameworks (Tensorflow, Keras, etc.)
• Hands-on experience with SQL, R, Python
• Hands-on experience with DevOps frameworks (Git, CI/CD, Docker)
• Hands-on experience building libraries and packages to be re-used by others
• Hands-on experience building DS Solutions for production usage
• Team player with a problem solving attitude
• Experience of delivering advanced analytical projects to large, complex organisations in a multi-functional environment.
• Able to challenge and review the quality and value generated from analytical output.

Emirates Group, is an international organisation with employees from over 170 nationalities, we encourage applications from across the globe. Your application journey begins by applying via the Emirates Group Careers website. Please ensure your CV is up to date for our talent acquisition team to review your profile. If you meet the criteria of the role, you will then be invited to complete a HireVue video interview, to share more about your experience and your career aspirations. If you are shortlisted, you will then be invited to interview with our hiring managers. If you are successful, your recruiter will reach out to you with an offer and then our Onboarding team will ensure a smooth transition to your new role at Emirates Group.

Join us in a management role and enjoy an attractive tax-free salary. On top of our generous travel benefits, including discounted flights and hotel stays around the world, this managerial role also has an excellent leave and healthcare package. That’s on top of transport benefits, life insurance and more. Find out what it’s like to live and work in our fast-paced, cosmopolitan home city in the Dubai Lifestyle section of our website www.emirates.com/careers.