Senior Data Scientist – Solar Energy

Location:
Austin, TX, United States
Business:
Energy Systems
Job ID:
3569
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Overview

About us

We are the independent expert in assurance and risk management. Driven by our purpose, to safeguard life, property, and the environment, we empower our customers and their stakeholders with facts and reliable insights so that critical decisions can be made with confidence.

As a trusted voice for many of the world’s most successful organizations, we use our knowledge to advance safety and performance, set industry benchmarks, and inspire and invent solutions to tackle global transformations.

About Energy Systems

We help customers navigate the complex transition to a decarbonized and more sustainable energy future. We do this by assuring that energy systems work safely and effectively, using solutions that are increasingly digital. We also help industries and governments to navigate the many complex, interrelated transitions taking place globally and regionally, in the energy industry.

About the role

Ready to contribute to developing high-quality data, tools, and services that empower customers to manage solar power systems globally? Are you excited to leverage data science to solve complex challenges and drive innovation in the renewable energy sector? Join a forward-thinking team that’s pushing the boundaries of what’s possible in the solar industry. Apply today!

This Senior Data Scientist – Solar Energy role is key in expanding existing data science capabilities in the energy assessment and analytics space. You will develop, deploy, and validate new data, models and product features that will empower customers to make informed decisions through robust tools and data. Collaborate with fellow data scientists to drive best practices and innovation, and outside the data science team to share and celebrate results.

You will be part of a group developing renewable energy digital products that will facilitate the energy transition. This entails working as part of a global team of fellow data scientists but also coming together to collaborate with members of software engineering and product teams and involves opportunities to work across a range of renewable energy focused products.

This role will report to our DNV office in Austin, TX.

What You’ll Do

  • Develop, validate, and manage models to support energy assessment and analytics products, ensuring high-quality and scalable solutions
  • Implement models programmatically leveraging scientific computing to build robust and scalable solutions
  • Contribute to the continuous improvement of data science processes and methodologies, best practices, and technical approaches
  • Provide technical input and drive execution of strategic goals to support the Head of Data Science in strategic planning
  • Support the development of more junior and less experienced team members
  • Collaborate with product and software development team to integrate data science models into product offerings, ensuring technical accuracy
  • Communicate results and outcomes to technical and non-technical stakeholders and contribute to technical publications (white papers, blog posts, conferences)
  • Create and maintain documentation of data science projects
  • Identify and validate potential third-party data or services that could be leveraged

What we offer
  • Generous paid time off (vacation, sick days, company holidays, personal days)
  • Multiple Medical and Dental benefit plans to choose from, Vision benefits
  • Spending accounts – FSA, Dependent Care, Commuter Benefits, company-seeded HSA
  • Employer-paid, therapist-led, virtual care services through Talkspace
  • 401(k) with company match
  • Company provided life insurance, short-term, and long-term disability benefits
  • Education reimbursement program
  • Flexible work schedule with hybrid opportunities
  • Charitable Matched Giving and Volunteer Rewards through our Impact Program
  • Volunteer time off (VTO) paid by the company
  • Career advancement opportunities

**Benefits vary based on position, tenure, location, and employee election**

DNV is a proud equal-opportunity employer committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce. All employment is decided on the basis of qualifications, merit, or business need, without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status.

DNV is committed to ensuring equal employment opportunity, including providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities. US applicants with a physical or mental disability who require reasonable accommodation for any part of the application or hiring process may contact the North America Recruitment Department (hrrecruitment.northamerica@dnv.com). Information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially.

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About you

What Is required

  • Bachelor’s degree or higher with 5+ years of experience
  • Solar energy domain knowledge: solar radiation, photovoltaics, meteorology
  • Good competency with python scientific computing: numpy, pandas, jupyter
  • Familiarity with software development tools: git, bash, CI/CD, unit tests
  • Strong written and verbal English communication skills
  • We conduct pre-employment drug and background screening

What Is Preferred

  • Good experience with model development, deployment and validation: ML, statistical, empirical, and physical
  • Experience deploying containerized applications using Docker
  • Behavioral Skills and Personal Traits

Personal Qualities

  • Collaborative team player with the ability to work seamlessly with stakeholders
  • Proactive in suggesting product and process improvements
  • Curious, adaptable, and analytical with a problem-solving mindset
  • Results-oriented and resilient to achieving outcomes despite obstacles or setbacks
  • Able to manage own workload, demonstrating autonomy and initiative in achieving goals
  • Fast learner who embraces new technologies and processes
  • Effective communicator, translating technical findings into actionable insights for non-technical stakeholders

*Immigration-related employment benefits, for example visa sponsorship, are not available for this position*

Benefits

Profit Share

You’ll be part of our global profit share scheme that means we all share in our success as a business. If we profit, so do you. This will be part of our Total Compensation approach each year and depends on our year-end results.

Personal Development

You’ll have a lot of opportunities to learn and grow. Whether it’s building your network, having resources to plan and realise your career goals or enjoying genuine freedom to satisfy your curiosity, we’ll make sure you’re always growing and developing.

Purpose-led organization

You become part of a world-leading company where we know and live our purpose; to safeguard life, property, and the environment, with the opportunity to tackle global change through your work.

401(k)

DNV provides the option for eligible employees to enroll in our professional managed 401(k) plan. We’ll match up to a percentage of employee elected investment, which will become fully vested after a few years.

Healthcare and more

You’ll have multiple medical plans to choose from including Dental, Vision, RX plans, AD&D, Critical Illness, ST/LT Disability, Paid Parental Leave, Virtual TalkSpace Therapy.

Additional benefits

ID theft protection, generous PTO accrual, company paid holidays, discounted pet insurance, charitable donation matching, additional vacation hours purchase plan, commuter benefits, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), tuition reimbursement.

Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

At DNV, our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion is not only an ethical choice, but also a business decision.

Diversity, fairness, and a sense of belonging are a source of strength for our people, our business, and our customers, and help us to deliver on our purpose, vision, and values.

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Working here

Since 1864 we’ve been dedicated to safeguarding life, property and the environment. Today we remain at the forefront of new technologies and techniques to help our customers transform for a more sustainable future.

At DNV you can expect to deliver career and industry defining work. You’ll be given the time to build your network, the resources to support your development, and the freedom to satisfy your curiosity and desire to learn.

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FAQs

Welcome to our Frequently Asked Questions page. We’ve put together answers to the questions we’re asked most often to help you find the information you need quickly and easily. Whether you're curious about our recruitment process, benefits or career growth and development, you should find the information below.

How can I find job openings that fit my skills and interests?

Explore our official job search page where you can use filters such as job type, location, and department to find roles that best match your qualifications and career aspirations.

What’s your application process like?

You can apply directly through our careers page by submitting your CV and any other documents we require. Make sure your application is fully completed, and you tailor it to the specific job listing.

Is your recruitment process designed to be inclusive and accessible?

Yes, it is. We're an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all candidates. We’re happy to support your need for any adjustments during the application and hiring process. Share the details of what you need within your application.

What types of interviews might I undergo?

Depending on your role, our interview process may include initial phone screenings, video conferences, and in-person interviews, focusing on both your technical abilities and our shared values. You can ask your recruiter specifically about the interview process for your role. 

How long does the hiring process typically take from application to decision?

The timeline can vary but we make every effort to reply to each candidate as soon as possible and keep everyone up-to-date with where they are in the recruitment process.

How do I know if a recruitment contact is legitimately from your company?

Official communication will come from our verified company email addresses. Carefully check any suspicious looking emails and if you have any doubts, don’t engage.

Are there any fees involved in your recruitment process?

No, we do not charge any fees at any stage of our recruitment process. All applications and interviews are free of charge, we will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments – please be wary of any requests for payment as these are likely scams.

What should I do if I suspect a job scam?

If you encounter suspicious job postings or recruitment practices, do not provide personal information and contact your recruiter as soon as possible. We take these matters seriously. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments part of our recruitment process.

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Please beware of recruitment scams that pretend to be from DNV or its employees. We will never ask you to pay any fees or make any payments as part of our recruitment process.