Staff Data Scientist

About this role

Description
POSITION DESCRIPTION:
We are seeking an experienced Staff Data Scientist to join our Grid & Energy Analytics team within G&ES. In this role, you will lead the implementation of enterprise-grade microservices that support the real-time optimization and simulation of diverse energy assets participating in U.S. wholesale electricity markets including CAISO, ERCOT, NYISO, ISO-NE, and PJM.


LOCATION & WORK ARRANGEMENT
This role is remote, however, the candidate(s) will be expected to relocate at their own expense to our onsite Houston location by
*Q1 in 2027\**

• Q1 2027 is an approximate timeframe and is subject to change at any time

Responsibilities

• Work closely with Technical Lead to improve microservices including optimization, simulation, and market emulation.
• Drive microservice benchmarking, develop operations metrics, and continuously improve system performance using data-driven insights.
• Own significant software components, including documentation and testing suites, training junior engineers where appropriate.
• Contribute to the next-generation merchant optimization platform, advising on architectural choices, design & implementation.
• Support the Product Manager and Technical Leads in interpreting market requirements into technical solutions, managing work scope, and ensuring timely delivery.
• Serve as a subject matter expert for at least one U.S. ISO/RTO, and mentor engineering team on compliance, settlement, and operational nuances.
• Provide Level 3 support for production issues and actively contribute to operational robustness and scalability.

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, Energy Systems, or related field.
• 7+ years of software development experience, ideally in energy, renewables, or grid-tech sectors.
• Proven experience delivering production-grade software for DERs, energy storage, or grid market participation.
• Strong foundation in wholesale mar...