Job Description

Growth Data Science Director - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Talabat is seeking a Growth Data Science Director in Dubai, UAE to lead data-driven strategies that accelerate business growth across marketing optimization, product initiatives, ecosystem plays, and ads revenue. This leadership role will oversee experimentation frameworks, analytics, and data strategy while managing a high-performing team to deliver measurable business impact.
Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Dubai
Industry: Information Technology (IT)
Function: Data Science / Analytics
Salary: 35000-45000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
What You'll Do

• Define and execute a comprehensive data science strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Lead cross-functional teams to design innovative, data-driven solutions for growth and efficiency
• Establish frameworks for A/B testing, multi-armed bandits, and quasi-experimental methods
• Ensure statistical rigor and best practices in experimentation and causality analysis
• Translate business challenges into analytical solutions and present insights to senior leadership
• Provide strategic leadership, aligning data science efforts with business priorities
• Identify emerging data trends and integrate them into company practices
• Collaborate with executives, product managers, and engineers to influence data-driven decisions
• Manage team resources, budgets, and project prioritization effectively
• Mentor and develop managers, fostering a high-performance culture
• Recruit and retain top talent while building career paths and training programs
• Lead organizational change management for new technologies and processes

Candidate Requirements

• 8-10 years of professional experience in data science with proven leadership track record
• Advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or related discipline
• Expertise in statistics, experimentation, causal inference, and modeling
• Strong record of applying data science to deliver measurable business outcomes
• Strategic mindset with the ability to envision and execute long-term data-driven initiatives
• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to quantify impact on revenue, cost savings, and retention
• Experience managing managers, developing teams, and leading organizational change
• Exceptional communication and executive presence, with ability to influence at all levels

Why Join Us

• Lead data science strategy for the region's most recognized delivery platform
• Drive high-impact projects shaping marketing, product, and operational growth
• Competitive compensation with executive-level benefits
• Work with diverse, cross-functional teams across multiple markets
• Career-defining leadership opportunity within Talabat and the Delivery Hero global network

About the Company
Talabat, headquartered in Dubai, UAE, is the leading online food and grocery delivery platform in the Middle East and part of the global Delivery Hero Group. Delivery Hero operates in over 70 countries worldwide and is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Leveraging technology and innovation, Talabat connects millions of customers to restaurants, grocery stores, and quick commerce services. With a strong focus on data science and analytics, Talabat continues to drive growth and operational excellence across the region.
Job Title Growth Data Science Director - Dubai, UAE
Growth Data Science Director - Dubai, UAE
Position Overview
Talabat is seeking a Growth Data Science Director in Dubai, UAE to lead data-driven strategies that accelerate business growth across marketing optimization, product initiatives, ecosystem plays, and ads revenue. This leadership role will oversee experimentation frameworks, analytics, and data strategy while managing a high-performing team to deliver measurable business impact.
Job Details
Location: United Arab Emirates
Location: Dubai
Industry: Information Technology (IT)
Function: Data Science / Analytics
Salary: 35000-45000 monthly (Market estimated)
Gender: Any
Candidate Nationality: Any
Candidate Preferred Location: Any
Job Type: Full-time
What You'll Do

• Define and execute a comprehensive data science strategy aligned with organizational goals
• Lead cross-functional teams to design innovative, data-driven solutions for growth and efficiency
• Establish frameworks for A/B testing, multi-armed bandits, and quasi-experimental methods
• Ensure statistical rigor and best practices in experimentation and causality analysis
• Translate business challenges into analytical solutions and present insights to senior leadership
• Provide strategic leadership, aligning data science efforts with business priorities
• Identify emerging data trends and integrate them into company practices
• Collaborate with executives, product managers, and engineers to influence data-driven decisions
• Manage team resources, budgets, and project prioritization effectively
• Mentor and develop managers, fostering a high-performance culture
• Recruit and retain top talent while building career paths and training programs
• Lead organizational change management for new technologies and processes

Candidate Requirements

• 8-10 years of professional experience in data science with proven leadership track record
• Advanced degree (PhD or Master's) in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or related discipline
• Expertise in statistics, experimentation, causal inference, and modeling
• Strong record of applying data science to deliver measurable business outcomes
• Strategic mindset with the ability to envision and execute long-term data-driven initiatives
• Demonstrated business acumen and ability to quantify impact on revenue, cost savings, and retention
• Experience managing managers, developing teams, and leading organizational change
• Exceptional communication and executive presence, with ability to influence at all levels

Why Join Us

• Lead data science strategy for the region's most recognized delivery platform
• Drive high-impact projects shaping marketing, product, and operational growth
• Competitive compensation with executive-level benefits
• Work with diverse, cross-functional teams across multiple markets
• Career-defining leadership opportunity within Talabat and the Delivery Hero global network

About the Company
Talabat, headquartered in Dubai, UAE, is the leading online food and grocery delivery platform in the Middle East and part of the global Delivery Hero Group. Delivery Hero operates in over 70 countries worldwide and is listed on the Frankfurt Stock Exchange. Leveraging technology and innovation, Talabat connects millions of customers to restaurants, grocery stores, and quick commerce services. With a strong focus on data science and analytics, Talabat continues to drive growth and operational excellence across the region.
Post Details
Job Start Date 1970-01-01
Salary from 35000.00
Salary to 45000.00
Number of Vacancies 1
Location -
Location City Dubai
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Gender No Preference
Nationality
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