Principal Data Scientist – QuantumBlack, AI

Do you want to do work that matters, alongside supportive leaders who will help you grow faster than you ever thought possible? Are you a creative problem-solver who is energized by challenges?
You’ve come to the right place.

You will tackle complex data challenges, develop advanced models, and create impactful solutions to optimize client performance across diverse industries. You’ll mentor others, contribute to cutting-edge R&D, and collaborate with world-class talent in a dynamic environment that fosters innovation and growth. You will influence client recommendations by developing data science solutions, writing optimized code, and applying advanced methods to improve performance.

You will explore data ecosystems, create statistical models to solve operational challenges, and mentor other data scientists. Additionally, you will shape Quantum Black, AI by McKinsey’s R&D roadmap and contribute to deep learning and machine learning research. Your work will create real-world impact. By uncovering insights from complex data and delivering innovative solutions, you will help clients maintain a competitive edge and transform their operations, driving measurable and lasting improvements.

You will be based in one of the Mckinsey Middle East offices and collaborate closely with data scientists, data engineers, machine learning engineers, designers, and product managers around the world. Together, you’ll work on interdisciplinary projects to solve complex business challenges across a range of industries. Collaborating with Quantum Black, AI by McKinsey leadership, client executives, and technical experts, you will lead the development and application of cutting-edge machine learning and AI solutions to drive measurable business impact.

You’ll thrive in an unparalleled environment for growth. You’ll tackle high-impact projects, connect technology with business value, and collaborate with inspiring multidisciplinary teams, gaining a holistic perspective of AI’s transformative potential while growing as a technologist and leader.

Driving lasting impact and building long-term capabilities with our clients is not easy work. You are the kind of person who thrives in a high-performance/high reward culture - doing hard things, picking yourself up when you stumble, and having the resilience to try another way forward. In return for your drive, determination, and curiosity, we'll provide the resources, mentorship, and opportunities you need to become a stronger leader faster than you ever thought possible.

Your colleagues—at all levels—will invest deeply in your development, just as much as they invest in delivering exceptional results for clients. Every day, you'll receive apprenticeship, coaching, and exposure that will accelerate your growth in ways you won’t find anywhere else. When you join us, you will have:

• Continuous learning:Our learning and apprenticeship culture, backed by structured programs, is all about helping you grow while creating an environment where feedback is clear, actionable, and focused on your development. The real magic happens when you take the input from others to heart and embrace the fast-paced learning experience, owning your journey.
• A voice that matters:From day one, we value your ideas and contributions. You’ll make a tangible impact by offering innovative ideas and practical solutions, all while upholding our unwavering commitment to ethics and integrity. We not only encourage diverse perspectives, but they are critical in driving us toward the best possible outcomes.
• Global community:With colleagues across 65+ countries and over 100 different nationalities, our firm’s diversity fuels creativity and helps us come up with the best solutions for…