Data Scientist – Government Digital Services

About the role

Starways is seeking a full‑time, on‑site Data Scientist in Riyadh to join its Government Digital Transformation team. You will collaborate with cross‑functional groups to design and deliver data‑driven solutions that power critical public services.

Key responsibilities

• Collect, clean, and model large datasets from government platforms.
• Perform statistical and exploratory analyses to answer business and policy questions.
• Develop, evaluate, and deploy predictive and machine‑learning models.
• Create dashboards and visualisations to communicate insights to technical and non‑technical stakeholders.
• Document methodologies, present findings, and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Improve data pipelines and support AI and analytics initiatives.

Required profile

• Strong background in data science, analytics, and statistical evaluation.
• Experience with hypothesis testing, experimental design, and quantitative assessment.
• Proficiency in data visualisation and dashboard creation.
• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, Engineering or related field.
• Experience in government or regulated industries is a plus.

Required skills

• Python or R programming.
• SQL, Pandas, NumPy, scikit‑learn.
• Machine‑learning techniques and model lifecycle management.
• Data visualisation tools.
• Cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Version control with Git.
• Statistical analysis and hypothesis testing.