Senior Data Science Analyst

About the role

Qatar Airways is seeking a Senior Data Science Analyst to join the Flight Operations – Operational Strategy & Innovation team in Doha. The role focuses on applying advanced analytics, machine learning and optimization to improve Flight and Technical Operations efficiency.

Key responsibilities

• Use data science, statistics, machine learning and optimization techniques to enhance analytics for Flight Operations and Technical Operations (CAMO).
• Develop and maintain business acumen in on‑time performance, flight scheduling, predictive maintenance and operational cost impact.
• Deliver complex analyses and innovative solutions in collaboration with Flight and Technical Operations teams.
• Lead data analysis to identify trends, make predictions and provide data‑driven recommendations.
• Develop, deploy and prototype machine‑learning and optimization models using tools such as Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform and Databricks.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Mathematics, Statistics, Data Science, Operations Research or Artificial Intelligence.
• Minimum 5 years of relevant experience, including at least 3 years in a Data Science role.
• Proven experience applying statistical and operations‑research methods to solve business problems.
• Excellent presentation, data‑visualisation and communication skills.

Required skills

• Proficiency in Python, R and SQL for data preparation, querying and model development.
• Hands‑on experience with Gemini Enterprise Agent Platform, TensorFlow, PyTorch and Keras.
• Experience with optimization tools such as CPLEX, Gurobi and Google OR‑Tools.
• Advanced Microsoft Office skills (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
• Proficiency with BI tools like Qlik, Power BI and Tableau.
• Familiarity with the Skywise platform is a plus.