Xcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, offering a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services. They are seeking a Data Scientist to develop specialized knowledge in particular domains to address business challenges, leveraging statistical analysis and machine learning techniques to create actionable insights.
Collecting and cleaning data from various sources and ensuring data quality
Manipulating and transforming data using tools like SQL, Python, and R
Use statistical techniques and machine learning algorithms to perform exploratory data analysis to understand the nuances, patterns, and anomalies within the data
Support development, validation, and deployment of machine learning & statistical models to predict, classify, and optimize various business outcomes
Develop an understanding of delivering data science models in a production environment
Creating impactful visualizations to communicate findings effectively
Collaborating with stakeholders to understand business challenges and develop data-driven solutions to real-world problems
Translating technical concepts into actionable insights
Balancing learning with practical application
Understanding project and team scope as it relates to broader strategic initiatives
Effectively communicating findings to both technical and non-technical audiences
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, statistics, math or a related analytical concentration is required
Other bachelor's degrees with data science relevant certifications will be considered
A minimum of 3 years working as a data scientist or application developer (2 years with MS or Ph.D)
Relevant certifications can be considered in lieu of a post graduate degree in combination with years of experience. (i.e. MLOps, data platform certs, etc.)
Preferred
Benefits
Annual Incentive Program
Medical/Pharmacy Plan
Dental
Vision
Life Insurance
Dependent Care Reimbursement Account
Health Care Reimbursement Account
Health Savings Account (HSA) (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
Limited-Purpose FSA (if enrolled in eligible health plan and HSA)
Transportation Reimbursement Account
Short-term disability (STD)
Long-term disability (LTD)
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
Fitness Center Reimbursement (if enrolled in eligible health plan)
Tuition reimbursement
Transit programs
Employee recognition program
Pension
401(k) plan
Paid time off (PTO)
Holidays
Volunteer Paid Time Off (VPTO)
Parental Leave
Xcel Energy is an electric and natural gas energy company that offers a portfolio of energy-related products and services to customers.
