Jobs at Discovered MENA

Head of Engineering – AI Platform | Relocation to DubaiAbout the RoleWe are hiring a Head of Engineering to lead a team building production-grade AI products that are transforming the financial sector.You will work at the intersection of AI, data platforms, and scalable software systems, leading talented engineers while remaining close to the technical architecture and product delivery.Experience building platforms from scratch / Where AI & Data is core - Similar industry (Satellite, Drones etc)10+ years of progressive technical experience, evolving from hands-on software/AI/platform engineering into roles such as Principal Engineer, Tech Lead, Solutions Architect, or Engineering Manager/Director.Highly technical and hands-on, still actively coding, reviewing merge requests, and engaging in deep technical discussions.5+ years of leadership experience, managing and scaling diverse engineering teams of 25+ individual contributors.3+ years building commercial products/platforms in geospatial, remote sensing, Earth observation, or image analytics. Experience in climate, nature, or agri-tech is a strong plus.3+ years building AI/ML-driven products where data science is core to the platform (not experimental or add-on features).3+ years in fast-paced startup environments, comfortable with ambiguity, rapid iteration, and shipping real products.Not suited for candidates with purely enterprise B2B SaaS, research-only, or internal tooling backgrounds.ResponsibilitiesLead and mentor a team of software engineersDrive delivery of AI-powered and data-driven applicationsWork closely with product and data teams to build scalable systemsContribute to architecture and technical strategyEnsure high standards in performance, reliability, and engineering qualityRequirementsExperience leading software engineering teamsBackground building AI or data-driven productsStrong development experience with:Python or Java, ORJavaScript / TypeScriptExperience in fintech, banking, or financial services is highly desirableStrong experience working in modern cloud environmentsWhat’s OfferedCompetitive salary and benefitsFull relocation package to Dubai (including family support)Opportunity to build AI products with real-world impactWork with a highly talented global engineering team Show more Show less

Senior Data Scientist – Geospatial AI – Abu DhabiDiscover the OpportunityWe’re partnering with an innovative, high-growth technology organisation in Abu Dhabi that is leveraging AI, geospatial data, and advanced technologies to build scalable, data-driven products.Operating at the intersection of AI/ML and advanced analytics, the organisation is developing cutting-edge solutions that utilise large-scale geospatial datasets to drive insight and decision-making.This is a unique opportunity to join a fast-growing team working on complex, real-world data challenges using advanced data science and machine learning techniques.Discover the RoleAs a Senior Data Scientist, you will act as a senior individual contributor responsible for developing advanced analytical and predictive models using large-scale geospatial datasets.You will work closely with cross-functional teams including engineering, product, and data teams to design and deploy AI-powered solutions that extract meaningful insights from complex geospatial data.This role is highly hands-on and suited to individuals who enjoy working at the intersection of research, engineering, and production systems, with the opportunity to influence both product development and technical direction.Discover the ResponsibilitiesDevelop and deploy advanced AI/ML models to extract insights from large-scale geospatial and remote sensing datasetsApply techniques such as computer vision, deep learning, and statistical modelling to solve complex analytical problemsWork with satellite, drone, and sensor data to build models for classification, detection, prediction, and optimisationDesign and build scalable data pipelines and AI systems for processing, analysing, and visualising high-volume geospatial dataCollaborate with software engineers, data engineers, and product teams to deliver production-ready AI solutionsEvaluate and implement new models, techniques, and approaches to improve performance and scalabilityCommunicate insights and model outputs clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholdersDiscover the RequirementsMaster’s degree or higher in Data Science, Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related fieldStrong hands-on experience building AI/ML models in geospatial, computer vision, or remote sensing domainsExperience working with large-scale geospatial datasets, including satellite imagery, drone data, or LIDARProficiency in tools and frameworks such as Python, PyTorch, TensorFlow, and geospatial tools (e.g. QGIS, ArcGIS)Experience with deep learning techniques such as CNNs, RNNs, or similar approaches for image and pattern analysisExperience deploying models into production environments on cloud platforms (AWS, GCP, or Azure)Strong understanding of data analysis, statistical modelling, and performance evaluation techniquesExperience working in cross-functional teams to productionise AI models and deliver real-world applications Show more Show less