JPC Partners is looking for a Data Scientist / Engineer that will provide expertise in developing solutions and models for operations forecasting in the Markets Coordination Department. The Markets Coordination department directly supports Dispatch Operations in real time operations and forecasting and provides critical information such as day-ahead load and renewable information and forecasts that influence the operating plan. The data science function will develop performance metrics and improvement strategies including but not limited to developing or enhancing models and assisting the team in evaluating potential solutions. Responsibilities:
Identifying, creating, and preparing data required for analysis and visualization
Assuring that data is cleansed, mapped, transformed, and optimized for storage and use according to business and technical requirements
Identifying opportunities for improvement and implementing automation of tasks
Loading transformed data into storage and reporting structures such as data warehouses, real-time reporting systems and analytics applications
Building data models and an understanding of learning algorithms
Drawing conclusions from data analysis and assessing recommendations
Required Technical Skills:
Minimum 5 years of relevant experience; 7+ years of relevant experience preferred
Experience in working with large amounts of data and/or experience with data analysis
Knowledge of SQL and Python / PySpark preferred
Open mindset, ability to quickly adapt to new technologies and learn new practices
Desired Skills:
Knowledge of Oracle PL/SQL, Java is a plus
Performance / security-oriented data modeling and data design, including partitions, different type of indexes, views, and most effective data management practices
Knowledge of Purview, Snowflake, Qlik, or Tableau is a plus
Education & Certifications:
Bachelor’s Degree in Data Engineering, Data Science or Computer Engineering