Careem is building the Everything App to transform daily life across the Middle East by simplifying transportation, food and grocery ordering, and payment management. Since 2012, the company has empowered over 2.5 million Captains and served more than 70 million customers, operating in 70 cities across 10 countries from Morocco to Pakistan. With a mission to improve lives and foster regional talent and entrepreneurship, Careem is looking for passionate data scientists to join their team. Successful candidates will contribute to the full lifecycle of data science projects, from initial concept through to production deployment, helping to drive innovation and impact across multiple domains.
Key Responsibilities
- Collaborate with senior data scientists to develop, test, and deploy machine learning models and data-driven solutions.
- Write clean, maintainable code adhering to SOLID principles and industry best practices.
- Design and implement robust systems spanning Cyber Security, Data Science, Machine Learning, Infrastructure, and Software Engineering (Backend, Frontend, Mobile).
- Manage the end-to-end lifecycle of data science projects, ensuring smooth transitions from research phases to production environments.
- Continuously explore and apply new technologies and methodologies to improve system scalability and performance.
Required Qualifications
- Strong foundation in statistics, probability, calculus, linear algebra, mathematical analysis, and differential calculus.
- Proficiency in Python programming, SQL, algorithms, and data structures.
- Solid understanding of machine learning theory and algorithms.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills in English.
- Fresh graduates with a genuine passion for technology and customer-centric innovation are encouraged to apply.
- Alignment with Careem’s core values: boldness, focus, agility, and collaboration.
Preferred Qualifications and Benefits
- Practical experience in developing and deploying machine learning algorithms.
- A portfolio of machine learning projects, preferably available on GitHub.
Careem offers a dynamic and inspiring work environment where employees can make a tangible impact in a region with significant growth potential. The company supports a hybrid work model, typically requiring four days in the office and one day remote, with flexibility to work remotely from any country for up to 30 days per year. Technical individual contributors may work two days onsite and three days remotely. Additional benefits include unlimited vacation days, comprehensive healthcare coverage, and fitness reimbursements for gym memberships, health clubs, and training classes. Joining Careem means collaborating with talented professionals, engaging in continuous learning, and contributing to a purpose-driven organization dedicated to regional innovation and growth.