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Senior / Lead Data Scientist - Dubai based - relocation to DubaiWe are seeking a Senior / Lead Data Scientist to join our clients Marketplace team, where you will work on some of the most challenging and high-impact problem statements. This role will focus on optimizing our ETA predictions, supply & demand balancing, and real-time tracking systems—all of which are central to delivering a seamless customer experience.You will leverage your expertise in statistical modeling, machine learning, experimentation, and large-scale data analysis to develop models and insights that directly influence how millions of people move across cities.What You'll DoDevelop and deploy predictive models for ETA, demand forecasting, surge pricing, and supply allocation.Design and analyze A/B experiments to test product and algorithmic changes in the live marketplace.Collaborate with product, engineering, and operations teams to translate business challenges into data-driven solutions.Work with real-time streaming data to improve tracking, matching, and dynamic decision-making at scale.Contribute to algorithmic improvements that optimize marketplace efficiency, reduce wait times, and improve customer satisfaction.Mentor junior data scientists and share best practices in experimentation, model development, and applied ML.What We're Looking ForA minimum of 5+ years of experience in Data Science, Machine Learning, or Applied Statistics (experience in high-scale consumer tech or mobility is a plus).Strong programming skills in Python and proficiency with SQLDeep understanding of probability, statistics, and hypothesis testing, with hands-on experience in A/B testing and causal inference.Proven experience in building and deploying ML models (forecasting, classification, regression, time-series, recommendation systems, etc.).Familiarity with big data technologies (Spark, Hadoop, or similar) is a plus.Excellent problem-solving and communication skills, with the ability to influence cross-functional stakeholders.Why Join UsOpportunity to work on high-impact marketplace problems that shape real-world mobility.A data-driven culture where experimentation and innovation are encouraged.Collaborative environment with top-tier engineers, product managers, and scientists.Competitive compensation, benefits, and career growth opportunities.