Data Science Manager Job Details | National Grid
National Grid
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About the Role
Every day, we deliver safe and secure energy to homes, communities, and businesses, connecting people to the energy they need for their lives. Our expertise and track record position us uniquely to shape the sustainable future of our industry as the pace of change accelerates. To succeed, we must anticipate customer needs, reduce energy delivery costs, and pioneer flexible energy systems. This requires delivering on our promises and seeking opportunities for growth. In IT and Digital, we collaborate closely with the diverse energy businesses within the National Grid group, revolutionizing operations through technology. Embracing Agile modern methodologies and Digital mindsets, we drive efficiency and bring new capabilities to internal and external customers as we lead the charge towards a carbon-free future. Our work is critical, as National Grid powers millions of homes and businesses in the UK and US, and the technology we employ is vital to this task. The successful applicant for this position will play a crucial role in our mission, supported by our multicultural, customer-centric global team, with opportunities for professional development. National Grid is hiring a Manager of Data Science. This position offers remote flexibility, with the requirement that candidates reside in one of the following states: New York (NY), New Jersey (NJ), Massachusetts (MA), Connecticut (CT), Vermont (VT), Rhode Island (RI), Maine (ME), or New Hampshire (NH).
Key Responsibilities
- Lead, manage, and mentor a team of Data Scientists
- Employ sophisticated analytics programs, machine learning, and statistical methods for predictive and prescriptive modeling, forecasting, and simulations
- Discover the best methods of integrating data from several different sources and formats for use in analyses
- Project manage efforts both internal to the team and across all the enterprise: US and UK, Gas, Electric, all Support Functions
- Be intellectually curious and enjoy learning as we are constantly innovating and exploring
Requirements
- 5+ years of Data Science experience (utility or energy sector is a plus)
- Experience leading a team of Data Scientists
- Demonstrated ability to communicate and interact with business stakeholders without supervision
- Demonstrated ability to translate technical knowledge into business terms
- Fluency in Data Science tools and techniques: from statistics to ML to GenAI, Python, SQL
- Experience with cloud computing in Linux and Windows environments (Azure is a plus)
- Master's degree in a quantitative discipline, exceptional candidates considered with Bachelor's degree or Master's degree in progress
Nice to Have
- Strong background in full lifecycle of Data Science products
- Regulated utility experience
- Experience with Gen AI and LLM tools
- Data Science competition entries (kaggle, kdnuggets, etc.)
- Experimental Design experience
- Interactive visualization tools (Power BI is a plus)
- GIS knowledge (ArcGIS is a plus)
Qualifications
- Master's degree in a quantitative discipline or exceptional candidates with Bachelor's degree or in progress
Benefits & Perks
- Salary range of $161k - $189k per year
- Career advancement opportunities within and across bands
- Remote work flexibility
Working at National Grid
National Grid values a broad diversity of talent, knowledge, experience, and expertise. We foster a culture of inclusion that drives employee engagement to deliver superior performance to the communities we serve. We are an equal opportunity employer and encourage minorities, women, individuals with disabilities, and protected veterans to join the team.
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About National Grid
Website
nationalgrid.com
Company Size
10000+ employees
Location
Waltham, MA
Industry
Electric Power Transmission, Control, and Distribution
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