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Remote Senior Data Scientist - Energy

Remote / Online - Candidates ideally in
Sandton, 2172, South Africa
Listing for: Placements24
Remote/Work from Home position
Listed on 2026-10-05
Job specializations:
  • IT/Tech
    Data Scientist, Machine Learning/ ML Engineer
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Position: Remote Senior Data Scientist - Energy Sector
About the Role

Our client is looking for an exceptional Senior Data Scientist to join their innovative team on a fully remote basis, supporting operations that impact the energy sector. This role is crucial for leveraging vast datasets to uncover insights, build predictive models, and drive data-informed strategies. You will work with cutting-edge machine learning techniques and big data technologies to solve complex challenges within the energy domain, contributing to smarter energy management and distribution.

This is a unique opportunity for a data expert to make a significant impact from anywhere.

Key Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement advanced machine learning models for energy forecasting, anomaly detection, and optimization.
  • Extract, clean, and transform large datasets from various energy-related sources.
  • Design and conduct experiments to test hypotheses and validate model performance.
  • Collaborate with domain experts and engineers to define data-driven solutions.
  • Communicate complex findings and recommendations to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
  • Mentor junior data scientists and contribute to the team's best practices.
Requirements
  • Master's or Ph.D. in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related quantitative field.
  • Minimum of 6 years of professional experience as a Data Scientist, with a strong focus on predictive modeling and machine learning.
  • Proficiency in programming languages such as Python or R, and associated data science libraries (e.g., scikit-learn, Tensor Flow, PyTorch).
  • Experience with big data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop) and SQL.
  • Strong understanding of statistical concepts and experimental design.
  • Excellent communication and problem-solving skills, with the ability to work independently.
Benefits
  • Highly competitive salary and remote work flexibility.
  • Annual performance bonus and stock options.
  • Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance.
  • Generous budget for professional development, including conferences and online courses.
  • Opportunity to work on challenging, impactful projects in a dynamic industry.
Position Requirements
10+ Years work experience
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