Forward Deployed Senior Data Scientist

SAP is seeking a Forward Deployed Senior Data Scientist to join their team in Dubai, United Arab Emirates. This role involves designing, developing, and applying advanced data science, statistical, and machine learning methods to solve complex business problems and translate them into scalable analytical and AI solutions.

SAP is a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, aiming to be the #1 Business AI company powering the Autonomous Enterprise. They help organizations run mission-critical operations across various functions and are committed to fostering a positive and inclusive work environment.

If you are a builder with a passion for AI and data science, looking to make a significant impact, we encourage you to apply.

Company Overview

SAP is a global leader in enterprise applications and business AI, helping organizations run mission-critical operations across finance, procurement, supply chain, human resources, and customer experience. Their goal is to be the #1 Business AI company, powering the Autonomous Enterprise through integrated business applications, trusted data, and AI assistants.

SAP is committed to meaningful, respectful conversations and fostering an inclusive culture where employees can bring their best selves to work. They support open dialogue and constructive feedback while maintaining a positive environment.

Quick Details

• Salary Range: Not Applicable
• Job Type: Full-time
• Experience: 5 Year+
• Qualifications: Bachelors Degree

Key Responsibilities

• Design, develop, and apply advanced data science, statistical, and machine learning methods.
• Translate business challenges into scalable analytical and AI solutions.
• Build production-ready machine learning and Generative AI solutions.
• Apply techniques across exploratory data analysis, forecasting, classification, recommendation systems, and more.
• Develop Generative AI applications using LLMs, RAG, embeddings, vector databases, and Agentic AI frameworks.
• Integrate analytical and AI solutions into enterprise applications and business processes.

Requirements

• Strong hands-on expertise in Data Science, Machine Learning, and Applied AI with excellent proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks such as Scikit-learn, TensorFlow, PyTorch, XGBoost, or similar.
• Hands-on experience with Large Language Models (LLMs), Prompt Engineering, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), embeddings, and vector databases.
• Experience deploying machine learning and AI solutions using cloud-native platforms and modern MLOps practices.
• Strong communication, collaboration, and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to translate ambiguous business requirements into practical analytical solutions.

Benefits

• Constant learning and skill growth opportunities.
• Great benefits package.
• A team that wants you to grow and succeed.
• Work in a collaborative and supportive global team environment.
• Opportunities to solve challenging business problems and build enterprise-grade AI solutions.