Data Scientist
12-Month Contract - Potential to Extend
REMOTE
Need to have: scientific reasoning- good understanding here, not just training Degree in engineering is ideal or Data science or Analytics - projects will evolving LLM
Optimization and developing Optimization algorithm models
Energy or Utilities experience is a bonus, not required
Must have strong communication skills. This role will be working with business groups and clients
The Data Scientist level 3 is a senior technical leader and strategic contributor responsible for driving high-impact, enterprise-level analytics and AI initiatives, shaping modeling standards, and influencing long-term data strategy.
This role leads large-scale, cross-functional programs; architects advanced machine learning and AI solutions; defines modeling best practices and governance frameworks; and provides technical mentorship across the organization.
Responsibilities also include evaluating emerging technologies, guiding enterprise data roadmaps, and presenting insights and strategic recommendations to executive leadership. Candidates should have an advanced degree in a quantitative field, 11-15 years of progressive data science experience, expert proficiency in Python or R for scalable modeling and enterprise integration, experience leading complex modeling initiatives, and deep expertise in advanced ML techniques such as deep learning, optimization, NLP, time series, and causal inference.
Preferred qualifications include experience managing cross-functional technical teams, contributions to research or open-source work, and influence on enterprise architecture decisions, along with advanced use of AI coding assistants. Key competencies include strategic thinking, executive communication, enterprise-level influence, and deep technical innovation.