Data Scientist

Space42

Space42, a UAE-based AI-powered SpaceTech company, was established in 2024 from the merger of Bayanat and Yahsat. The company integrates satellite communications with geospatial analytics and AI to address global needs in government, enterprise, and community contexts. Space42 is on a mission to make space more accessible by redefining data usage through cutting-edge AI and satellite technologies.

In this role you can expect to have the responsibilities:

• Develop AI/ML models for defense and space technologies like satellite imagery analysis.
• Collaborate with teams to integrate AI into geospatial and satellite systems.
• Design data pipelines for large-scale datasets in space and defense applications.
• Research AI trends to maintain innovation leadership.
• Ensure AI models meet ethical, security, and regulatory standards.
• Optimize algorithms for real-time performance in constrained environments.
• Clean and prepare data for impactful machine learning models.
• Design experiments and write code for model training and evaluation.
• Evaluate and optimize models for speed and accuracy.
• Integrate models into products, ensuring efficient end-to-end development.
• Develop machine learning algorithms and create Deep Learning prototypes.
• Monitor AI system performance for continuous improvement.

This role comes with the following benefits:

• Competitive compensation and medical insurance
• Wellbeing-focused initiatives
• Work-life balance with hybrid options
• Exclusive discount programs in the UAE

This role requires you to have:

• BSc in a STEM field
• Ph.D. or Master's in machine learning or computer vision
• Certification in AI/ML
• Proficiency in Python, R, or Java
• Strong understanding of statistical learning techniques
• Experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-learn

You would benefit from having:

• Problem-solving skills
• Experience with complex datasets
• Communication skills
• Familiarity with Hadoop, Spark
• Knowledge of Tableau, Power BI

Space42 values performance-driven individuals who can navigate ambiguity and drive AI-driven smart solution innovation.