Data Science Manager

About the role

The Data Science Manager will lead the development and delivery of data science and AI use cases within the Enterprise Data & Analytics (ED&A) department, supporting Qatar Airways' enterprise-wide Data and AI Strategy. This role combines advanced analytics, machine learning, and AI to generate actionable insights that drive strategic and operational decisions across the airline.

Key responsibilities

• Shape the data science and AI roadmap for ED&A, aligning use cases with enterprise strategy and business priorities.
• Execute and oversee development of AI and data science projects for assigned portfolios, ensuring data quality and enrichment.
• Design and implement AI models and algorithms to automate analytics, detect trends, risks, and anomalies.
• Develop and maintain scalable data models for planning, forecasting, and reporting across business domains.
• Facilitate communication between data engineering teams and portfolio stakeholders to refine requirements.
• Deliver actionable analysis from AI outputs to inform business strategies and objectives.
• Continuously improve existing models and analytical tools for efficiency and accuracy.
• Apply agile methodology to prioritize and deliver timely results.
• Identify innovation opportunities and drive value creation across all ED&A portfolios.
• Oversee team objectives, evaluate performance, and ensure high‑standard service delivery.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with a minimum of 6 years of relevant experience.
• Proven track record leading, developing, and delivering AI and data science initiatives.

Required skills

• Python
• SQL
• Google Cloud Platform (GCP)