Job Title: Senior Data Operations Specialist

Job Description:

Talabat is looking for a Senior Data Operations Specialist to lead AI product scaling, data workflow optimization, and strategic data enablement across the organization. This role operates at the intersection of data, product, and business, ensuring that data operations are efficient, scalable, and drive business growth.

As a key player in cross-functional collaboration, you will enhance data processing, improve feedback loops, and drive AI readiness to support data-driven decision-making and innovation.

Key Responsibilities:

✅ Operational Execution

• Drive the scaling of AI data products for optimal performance and adoption.

• Implement and enhance data operations processes for efficiency, scalability, and accuracy.

• Develop and maintain internal tools to support data workflows, AI enablement, and collaboration.

• Ensure alignment with business goals and measurable impact in data strategy execution.

✅ Processes & Tools Optimization

• Design, document, and improve core data processes to support operational excellence and AI product experimentation.

• Optimize tools for data ingestion, transformation, storage, and observability.

• Ensure compliance with data governance policies and industry best practices.

✅ Problem Solving & Troubleshooting

• Identify and resolve complex data workflow issues to maintain system reliability.

• Collaborate with engineering, analytics, and product teams to remove blockers and accelerate data iteration cycles.

• Implement long-term solutions that reduce operational overhead and enhance data usability.

✅ Strategic Data Contribution

• Lead initiatives to improve data accessibility, accuracy, and usability across the organization.

• Shape scalable solutions that enhance AI product readiness and streamline feedback loops.

• Contribute to long-term data strategy planning by surfacing insights and identifying growth opportunities.

Qualifications & Skills:

🎯 Experience & Knowledge:

• 5+ years in operations, business operations, consulting, product, data analysis, or a related role.

• Proven experience leading cross-functional projects and teams.

• Ability to manage multiple projects in a fast-paced environment.

🎯 Technical & Strategic Skills:

• Strong SQL skills.

• Good understanding of data science definitions and terms.

• Experience optimizing data workflows, processes, and AI product scaling.

🎯 Soft Skills:

• Ability to work with ambiguity and solve complex data challenges.

• Excellent English communication skills (written & verbal).

• A proactive mindset with a desire to make an impact.

• Strong team player who can align teams with company vision.

What We Offer:

✅ Be part of a high-performance culture in a growing, innovative company.
✅ Work on cutting-edge AI & data solutions in a fast-paced, dynamic environment.
✅ Career growth opportunities with Talabat, a leading tech-driven organization.