Careem is building the Everything App for the greater Middle East, aiming to simplify everyday life by integrating transportation, food and grocery ordering, payment management, and more into a single platform. Since its inception in 2012, Careem has empowered over 2.5 million Captains to earn income and served more than 70 million customers across 70+ cities in 10 countries, spanning from Morocco to Pakistan. As the company enters a new phase driven by AI, it seeks curious problem-solvers who can leverage artificial intelligence to develop innovative tools, automate workflows, and create meaningful impact. The Data Analyst role, based in Lahore, Pakistan, is part of the Careem NextGen Team, which focuses on training new analysts and establishing a foundation of analytical excellence. This position offers exposure to advanced projects and technologies, utilizing modern analysis and visualization tools to tackle regional challenges. The Analytics team is committed to delivering a holistic view of Careem’s business and customer experience by providing actionable insights, defining problems, and contributing to their resolution.
Key Responsibilities
- Collect, clean, and analyze both structured and unstructured data from diverse internal and external sources.
- Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to monitor key performance indicators and overall business health.
- Collaborate closely with cross-functional teams, including product, engineering, and operations, to understand data needs and deliver actionable insights.
- Perform exploratory data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies.
- Support experimentation efforts such as A/B testing to enable data-driven decision-making.
- Write efficient SQL queries and use analytical tools to extract, transform, and analyze data.
- Utilize AI and automation tools to streamline repetitive analytical tasks, optimize workflows, and enhance productivity.
- Explore opportunities to integrate AI-assisted insights, such as anomaly detection, trend forecasting, and text summarization, into dashboards and reports.
- Document data definitions, methodologies, and analytical processes to ensure clarity and reproducibility.
- Maintain data quality, integrity, and accuracy within reporting systems.
- Present findings effectively through visualizations and storytelling to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
Required Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Statistics, Economics, or a related field.
- 0–2 years of experience in a Data Analyst or similar analytical role.
- Proficiency in SQL and at least one analytical programming language such as Python or R.
- Experience with analytical libraries including pandas, NumPy, and SciPy.
- Hands-on experience with BI and visualization tools like Power BI, Tableau, Looker, or Metabase.
- Understanding of data modeling, ETL processes, and database concepts.
- Basic knowledge of statistics and hypothesis testing.
- Familiarity with AI tools such as ChatGPT, Gemini, or Copilot, and the ability to apply them to automate analyses and enhance decision-making.
- Strong curiosity to experiment with emerging AI capabilities for workflow optimization and insight generation.
- Excellent attention to detail and ability to manage multiple priorities.
- Strong communication and presentation skills, capable of explaining insights clearly.
- Analytical curiosity with a focus on driving measurable impact.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Experience with version control systems like Git and data warehouses such as BigQuery, Redshift, or Snowflake is a plus.
- As a full-time Careem colleague, you will collaborate with inspiring professionals and contribute to impactful projects in a rapidly growing region.
- Opportunities for continuous learning and career development are provided.
- Flexible work arrangements include four days per week in the office and one day remote, with the option to work remotely from any country for up to 30 days annually.
- Unlimited vacation days are offered, with specific arrangements for individual contributor roles in tech.
- Access to healthcare benefits and fitness reimbursements for activities such as gym memberships, health clubs, and training classes.
This role presents a unique opportunity to grow professionally while making a tangible difference in the Middle East’s digital landscape through data-driven insights and AI-powered solutions.