Machine Learning (ML) Engineer

IT industry

Dubai, UAE

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Key Responsibilities

  • Define ML Problems & Metrics – Work with product and engineering teams to clearly scope machine learning problems and measure success with appropriate metrics.
  • Train & Evaluate Models – Build, train, validate, and improve models for classification, prediction, NLP, or computer vision tasks with quality results.
  • Build Data Pipelines – Design and maintain efficient data pipelines for model training and inference using modern ETL practices.
  • Deploy to Production – Deploy trained models into live systems and monitor performance, reliability, and drift in production environments.
  • Collaborate with Teams – Work closely with engineers, data scientists, and product owners to integrate ML outputs into business applications.
  • Optimize & Tune Models – Continuously refine models, features, and algorithms to improve performance and scalability.
  • Document & Communicate – Write clear documentation for models, experiments, and results; communicate insights to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.

Requirements

  • Experience – 3+ years in ML engineering, data science, or related roles with deployed projects.
  • Education – Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or similar technical field.
  • Technical Competence – Strong Python skills; experience with TensorFlow, PyTorch, or similar ML frameworks.
  • Project Controls – Proven ability to manage ML project lifecycles from design to monitoring post‑deployment.
  • Leadership – Ability to guide junior team members and contribute to best practices in model development.
  • Commercial Acumen – Understand business priorities and frame ML solutions that deliver measurable value.

FAQs

What experience do companies in Dubai look for?

Typically 3+ years of ML or data science experience with real‑world model deployments.

Do I need to know specific tools?

Yes — strong Python expertise and ML frameworks like TensorFlow or PyTorch are expected.

Is cloud experience required?

Cloud ML deployment (AWS, Azure, GCP) is a strong advantage but not always mandatory.

What industries hire ML roles in Dubai?

Fintech, healthcare, transport, and smart infrastructure companies increasingly hire ML talent.

Do I need a Master’s degree?

A Bachelor’s is common; a Master’s can help but isn’t always required.

Is working knowledge of data pipelines important?

Yes — building and maintaining reliable data pipelines is critical for ML workflows.