28 Research And Development jobs in Qatar

Job title

Research & Strategy Manager | Product Development and Design

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Location

Qatar - Doha

Job family

Corporate & Commercial

• Closing date: 22-Oct-2025

*About The Role *
Welcome to a world where ambitions fly high

We are pleased to announce an exciting opportunity to be part of our Product Development & Design Division as Research & Strategy Manager in Doha.

As the Research & Strategy Manager, you will play a central role in shaping the future of Qatar Airways inflight product portfolio by driving insight-led product planning & development strategies. You will lead the strategy research, market benchmarking & analysis required to inform key decisions across the cabin design, seating, inflight services, inflight entertainment (IFE), connectivity, customer experience (CX) & long-term product innovation. You will work closely with the VP Product Strategy and Insights, SMEs, Product Owners, & external stakeholders, the role is instrumental in aligning inflight product development with robust commercial justifications, customer centric insights, market dynamics & Qatar Airways long term objectives. You'll lead the product research & analytics team to synthesize qualitative & quantitative insights to support business cases, product roadmaps, and CX transformation programs.

Some Of The Tasks Include The Following:

• Lead competitive benchmarking, voice-of-customer analysis and macro-environment scanning to support the development of differentiated product positioning.
• Translate customer insights and industry trends into structured strategic recommendations, scenario plans and opportunity frameworks.
• Work closely with the SVP, VP and other senior stakeholders to support strategy formulation, long term planning and cost justifications where required.
• Develop comprehensive business cases for new cabin products, seating upgrades, IFE system, connectivity enhancements, and onboard experience initiatives. This shall include detailed financial modelling, ROI analysis, and strategic recommendations.
• Track emerging innovations, technologies and customer behaviors across aviation, hospitality, tourism and lifestyle sectors to inspire future product directions.
• Drive qualitative and quantitative research initiatives (customer surveys, focus groups, competitor analysis) where applicable to capture passenger expectations and market trends.
• Lead or support continuous improvement initiatives, redefining business processes, SOPs, and KPIs to enhance the Department's operational efficiency and service delivery.
• Perform other department related duties as directed by Line Manager or Head of Department.

Be part of an extraordinary story
Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You'll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community.

Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge. Join us as we dare to achieve what's never been done before.

Together, everything is possible.

Qualifications
About you
We are looking for a passionate and dynamic professional to join the Product Development and Design.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Business, Strategy, Aviation Management or related discipline with a minimum of 7 years' experience in strategy, product research, insights and/or management consulting roles, preferably in aviation, travel, hospitality or related sectors.
• Certification in Lean Six Sigma (Green Belt or higher) or equivalent methodologies with demonstrated experience in process improvement, SOP development and KPI framework design.
• Proven ability to support strategic planning through structured analysis and insight driven recommendations and proficiency in leveraging AI tools to run research and analyses large datasets for deeper insights.
• Skilled in benchmarking and maintaining competitor intelligence databases and delivering periodic strategic market updates
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with demonstrated ability to articulate and influence senior stakeholders.
• Proficient with MS Office, especially Excel and PowerPoint, preferably with experience in creating performance dashboards, tracking project timelines, executive level presentations and preparing reports for management review.

*About Qatar Airways Group *
Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We've grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don't slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what's never been done before.

So, whether you're creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

*How To Apply *
If you are interested to submit your application and feel you are a good fit for this role, please complete our application form and upload your CV for our review and consideration.

*About Qatar Airways Group *
Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We've grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don't slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what's never been done before.

So whether you're creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

Job title

Product Development & Quality Control Manager - Discover Qatar

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Location

Qatar - Doha

Job family

Corporate & Commercial

• Closing date: 04-Sep-2025

About the role

To support the Line Manager in the development of new DQ (Discover Qatar) products, focusing predominantly on the development of DQ owned (created) products. Take responsibility for all aspects of product design, pricing and commercialization including staff training, SOPs (with operations team) and enhancements.

Key Accountabilities include:

Operational

• Support the Line Manager and give output and new innovative ideas to develop excursion and tour packages in and around Qatar.
• Identify and create products and services which match the marketing strategy, target customer groups and the requirements from the key markets of Qatar Airways network.
• Review current products by analyzing and making recommendations based on current needs and future requirements, by reviewing product specifications, requirements and appraising new product ideas and/or product or changes.
• Develop, execute, and manage project plans for the development of new tours and excursions in a timely and cost efficient manner. Inspect and take stock of all tourist related sites, monuments, museums, and other attractions. Monitor customer and consultant feedback on the tours and service. Ensure correct loading and content is hosted within the DO systems.
• Develops DQ product portfolio addressing the customer and new channel needs in line with the unit's business plan. Manages project budgets, prepares financial analysis reports for higher management review.
• Determines product pricing by utilizing market research data; reviewing and anticipating product cost.
• Provide evaluation in the expertise of:
• • Key development of projects by providing feedback / suggestions / advice on design and module changes with consultations between team members and stakeholders.
• Testing products and services, measuring the levels of acceptance and success rates with stringent quality control.
• Initiate a process of continuous improvement to ensure that products are continuously refreshed and improved to better meet customer need and that DQ products are in line with market trends.
• Inspect competitors' products by researching and overseeing product development based on industry best practice.
• Perform other department duties related to his/her position as directed bv the Head of the Department.

Be part of an extraordinary story

Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You'll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community. Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge.

Join us as we dare to achieve what's never been done before.

About you

Qualifications:

• Minimum qualification of bachelor's degree or equivalent is essential
• 7+ years of job-related experience.
• Product development, negotiation and contracting experience at a managerial level in large wholesale tour operations with successful track record in delivering wholesale tour programs.
• Excellent negotiation and contracting skills.
• Excellent understanding of all aspects of international tour operations.
• Comprehensive regional/ product knowledge of Qatar and GCC in particular.
• Sound understanding of margins and profits for a wholesale tour operation.
• High degree of computer literacy.
• An understanding of the international Tour Operator model, including online distribution.
• Excellent spoken and written English skills.

About Qatar Airways Group

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We've grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don't slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what's never been done before. So whether you're creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination.

Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

About Qatar Airways Group

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We've grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don't slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what's never been done before.

So whether you're creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

Field:

Consumer

Contract Type:

Full Time - Permanent

Location:

Qatar - Doha

Closing Date:

18-Jun-2025

Ooredoo is a dynamic global Telecommunications player operating in 10 countries serving more than 138 million customers. Ooredoo Qatar employs approximately 1,600 people driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Qatar, and it is a team that you can be part of!

Ooredoo’s Consumer business unit is a critical part of the company’s first line customer facing activities for all consumer product offerings and has a significant role to play in long term business value creation through product design, achievement of sales revenue, profit and customer satisfaction, as defined in the annual business plans. One of the main pillars of the Ooredoo Qatar’s strategy is Digital Transformation. The most important element of the Digital Transformation is “Transforming the Core”. This means making it easy for customers to find, buy and use our services online. The core focus of this unit is to help the Ooredoo Qatar make it easy for customer to find, buy and use our services online. This means helping them improve their Digital Marketing, Sales and Care skills and execution.

The Digital Product Development Manager is a pivotal role within the Digital Product Development team at Ooredoo. This role is responsible for managing the strategic and day-to-day operations of digital platforms (web and mobile applications), overseeing a full-service digital partner team (developers, designers, QAs, etc.), and ensuring the seamless delivery and evolution of digital products. The role is also responsible to ensure operational excellence across digital platforms, manage partner SLAs, lead digital RFPs and contract negotiations, and enforce robust security and compliance standards for all digital integrations. For more details please click here .

10 years' experience in a similar role.

Strong background in managing digital teams, vendors and service contracts.

Experience working in telco, fintech, e-commerce, or digital consumer platforms is a plus.

Expertise in web/mobile technologies, APIs, DevOps pipelines, and backend systems.

Familiarity with cybersecurity best practices, risk assessments, and compliance frameworks.

Demonstrated experience in managing complex contracts, budgets, and vendor relationships.

Ability to analyze financial reports, operational KPIs, and budget allocations.

Excellent leadership and people management skills.

Strong communication and stakeholder management across technical and non-technical audiences.

Problem-solving mindset with a focus on innovation and continuous improvement.

Requires a strong blend of technical expertise, contract and vendor management experience, and commercial acumen.

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering or Technology.

Field:

Consumer

Contract Type:

Full Time - Permanent

Location:

Qatar - Doha

Closing Date:

19-Mar-2025

Ooredoo is a dynamic global Telecommunications player operating in 10 countries serving more than 138 million customers. Ooredoo Qatar employs approximately 1,600 people driving Ooredoo to be the number one choice for world-class communications services in Qatar, and it is a team that you can be part of!

Ooredoo’s Consumer business unit is a critical part of the company’s first line customer facing activities for all consumer product offerings and has a significant role to play in long term business value creation through product design, achievement of sales revenue, profit and customer satisfaction, as defined in the annual business plans. The department manages the entire product development process from ideation to launch for all roadmap initiatives for the Consumer BU portfolio – including Voice, Messaging and Data services, international calling, roaming services, Subscription Services, Mobile Internet and Mobile Broadband, Fixed Broadband, TV, MFS, Digital etc.

This role is responsible for managing product development and management for the Consumer Portfolio of Ooredoo Qatar. The role will have overall responsibility for leading and driving projects, new developments/enhancements and configuration management activities as per approved roadmap.

10 years' experience in a similar role. Experience in defining, developing requirements and delivery of products and services within a technology company – telecommunications and software domains. Must have knowledge of telecom technology platforms especially IT systems. Must have experience of product development, product management life cycle, portfolio management, project management function. Must have team management experience. Must have vendor management and RFP experience.

Bachelor's Degree in Business Administration or Marketing or Engineering

You will be required to attach the following:

Overview

Visual Communications Specialist | Product Development & Design at Qatar Airways. Join to apply for the Visual Communications Specialist | Product Development & Design role at Qatar Airways.

The Visual Communications Specialist shapes how product and design strategies are communicated across the organization. You will support the SVP of Product Development in creating visually compelling, execution-ready presentations for leadership, product teams, and cross-functional stakeholders. A strong grasp of layout, storytelling, and visual hierarchy, along with fluency in design tools, is required to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging visual narratives.

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

• Develop high-impact presentations for strategic and leadership reviews and executive updates.
• Translate abstract concepts and customer experience and product strategies into clear, visually engaging slides.
• Ensure consistency in visual language, formatting, and brand alignment across all decks.
• Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other team members to prepare presentation materials explaining project highlights, design decisions, and implementation plans.
• Create annotated visuals, mockup walkthroughs, and visual frameworks that support product delivery and align with company standards.
• Use presentation and design tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Figma) to extract, adapt, or create visuals that enhance clarity and storytelling.
• Apply design principles to organize content, establish visual hierarchy, and guide audience attention with custom iconography, charts, and diagrams.
• Maintain a high standard of visual polish suitable for executive and cross-functional audiences.
• Work with raw content to shape clear, structured narratives supporting the SVP in framing key messages and aligning visual content with strategic goals.
• Partner with internal stakeholders from strategy, research and insights, product and portfolio owners, and operational teams to gather inputs and align messaging.
• Manage multiple presentation projects simultaneously, often under tight deadlines, ensuring on-time delivery.
• Perform other department duties related to the position as directed by the Head of the Department.

• Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum 5+ years of experience in visual communications, presentation design, or a related field.
• Strong portfolio of executive and/or product-related presentation work.
• Proficiency in PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides.
• Intermediate to advanced skills in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop.
• Excellent visual layout, formatting, and storytelling skills.
• Ability to understand product and design workflows and translate them into clear visuals.
• Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We’ve grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don’t slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what’s never been done before. So whether you’re creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story.

If you’re ready to join a progressive team and have a challenging and rewarding career, apply now by uploading your CV and completing the application form. Access the application here:

About the Role

As the Visual Communications Specialist you will play a key role in shaping how product and design strategies are communicated across the organization. You will support the SVP of Product Development in creating visually compelling, execution-ready presentations for leadership, product teams, and cross-functional stakeholders. Requires a strong grasp of layout, storytelling, and visual hierarchy, along with fluency in design tools to translate complex ideas into clear, engaging visual narratives.

As part of your role, your responsibilities will be inclusive of, but not limited to the following:

Develop high-impact presentations for strategic and leadership reviews and executive updates.

Translate abstract concepts and customer experience and product strategies into clear, visually engaging slides.

Ensure consistency in visual language, formatting, and brand alignment across all decks.

Collaborate with product managers, designers, and other team members to prepare presentation materials to explain project highlights, design decisions, and implementation plans.

Create annotated visuals, mockup walkthroughs, and visual frameworks that support product delivery ensuring alignment with company standards

Use presentation and design tools (e.g., PowerPoint, Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, Figma etc.) to extract, adapt, or create visuals that enhance clarity and storytelling.

Apply design principles to organize content, establish visual hierarchy, and guide audience attention to create custom iconography, charts, and diagrams to support storytelling.

Maintain a high standard of visual polish suitable for executive and cross-functional audiences.

Work with raw content (e.g., notes, sketches, data) to shape clear, structured narratives supporting the SVP in framing key messages and aligning visual content with strategic goals.

Partner with internal stakeholders from strategy, research and insights team, to design, product and portfolio owners and operational teams, to gather inputs and align messaging.

Manage multiple presentation projects simultaneously, often under tight deadlines ensuring on time delivery

Perform other department duties related to his/her position as directed by the Head of the Department

Be part of an extraordinary story

Your skills. Your imagination. Your ambition. Here, there are no boundaries to your potential and the impact you can make. You’ll find infinite opportunities to grow and work on the biggest, most rewarding challenges that will build your skills and experience. You have the chance to be a part of our future, and build the life you want while being part of an international community.

Our best is here and still to come. To us, impossible is only a challenge. Join us as we dare to achieve what’s never been done before.

Together, everything is possible.

About you

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent with minimum 5+ years of experience in in visual communications, presentation design, or a related field.

Strong portfolio of executive and/or product-related presentation work.

Proficiency in PowerPoint, Keynote, and Google Slides.

Intermediate to advanced skills in design tools such as Figma, Adobe Illustrator, and Photoshop.

Excellent visual layout, formatting, and storytelling skills.

Ability to understand product and design workflows and translate them into clear visuals.

Strong attention to detail and ability to work independently in a fast-paced environment.

Our story started with four aircraft. Today, we deliver excellence across 12 different businesses coming together as one. We’ve grown fast, broken records and set trends that others follow. We don’t slow down by the fear of failure. Instead, we dare to achieve what’s never been done before.

So whether you’re creating a unique experience for our customers or innovating behind the scenes, every person contributes to our proud story. A story of spectacular growth and determination. Now is the time to bring your best ideas and passion to a place where your ambition will know no boundaries, and be part of a truly global community.

How to apply

If you’re ready to join a progressive team and have a challenging and rewarding career, then apply now by uploading your CV and completing the application form.