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April 16, 2026
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Associate Data Scientist

Denver Metropolitan Area
Full-time
Onsite
$85K/yr - $121K/yr
New Grad, Entry Level
Xcel Energy is a leading combination electricity and natural gas energy company, offering a comprehensive portfolio of energy-related products and services. The Associate Data Scientist will analyze large datasets, utilize statistical methods and machine learning algorithms, and collaborate with teams to support data-driven decision-making processes.
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Responsibilities

  • Familiar in working with the two primary languages - SQL and Python. Both are widely used for data analysis, machine learning, and visualization
  • Knowledge of machine learning techniques and algorithms
  • Experience with data visualization tools like Posit or Power BI
  • Understand key concepts related to managing and analyzing large datasets. This includes using statistical methods and machine learning algorithms to derive actionable insights
  • Translate the business goals to technical expertise
  • Translate data insights into actionable recommendations for decision-makers
  • Collaborate closely with more senior team members and learn from experienced colleagues
  • Effectively communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders, collaborate with team members, and present to business users

Qualification

Required

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, data science, statistics, math or a related analytical concentration is required
  • Familiar in working with the two primary languages - SQL and Python
  • Knowledge of machine learning techniques and algorithms
  • Experience with data visualization tools like Posit or Power BI
  • Understand key concepts related to managing and analyzing large datasets
  • Translate the business goals to technical expertise
  • Translate data insights into actionable recommendations for decision-makers
  • Collaborate closely with more senior team members and learn from experienced colleagues
  • Effectively communicate findings to non-technical stakeholders, collaborate with team members, and present to business users

Preferred

  • Familiarity with GeoSpatial data and analytics (Python or QGIS)
  • Familiarity with DataBricks schema and visualization

Benefit

  • 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.
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Founded in 1909
Minneapolis, Minnesota, USA
10001+ employees
https://www.xcelenergy.com/