Principal Data Scientist
NextEra Energy Resources is one of America's largest wholesale generators of electricity, leveraging all forms of energy across renewables, storage and nuclear. We offer customized energy solutions that drive economic growth, protect the environment, support communities, and help customers meet their energy needs. Ready to make a lasting impact? Join our innovative, world-class team today!
We are seeking an exceptional Lead Data Scientist to spearhead our data science applications and initiatives that drive critical trade floor and grid optimization decision-making operations. This strategic leadership role combines hands-on technical expertise with team management responsibilities, focusing on enhancing data science solutions for demand forecasting and renewable asset generation forecasting. The successful candidate will lead a small, high-performing data science team while driving innovation in data practices across the organization.
Strategic Leadership & Vision
- Lead the design, development, deployment, and continuous enhancement of data science solutions supporting trade floor operations
- Set technical direction and strategy while planning for future initiatives
- Provide thought leadership and identify innovative applications of data science and AI methodologies
- Stay current with emerging technologies and industry best practices to drive continuous improvement
Technical Excellence & Innovation
Analyze large, complex datasets to generate actionable insights with enhanced visual interactivityDesign and build foundational data pipelines supporting AI initiativesOversee creation and deployment of cyber resiliency initiativesInstitute platform resiliency, reliability, data integrity, security, and regulatory compliance standards and develop comprehensive implementation plansTeam Leadership & Development
Lead and mentor data science team members, data engineers, and analystsFoster a culture of continuous learning and innovationDrive accountability and establish team commitments with clear deliverablesManage project timelines and resource allocation effectivelyCross-Functional Collaboration & Customer Focus
Serve as primary liaison between data science team and internal / external customersCollaborate with IT, engineering, operations, and other departments to satisfy data needsWork effectively within cross-functional and matrixed team environmentsDrive process mapping and understanding of key business driversData Management & Governance
Lead comprehensive data management efforts including data quality, governance, retention, privacy, and securityEnsure and enforce data quality and integrity standards across all projectsOversee compliance with industry regulations and standardsStakeholder Engagement & Communication
Conduct and oversee ad-hoc analyses, presenting insightful results to key stakeholdersCommunicate complex data findings clearly and concisely to non-technical audiencesExplain methodologies and results to stakeholders and IT leadershipDrive metrics development and reportingTechnical Skills
Advanced proficiency in Python for statistical programming and data analysisExtensive experience with big data tools and machine learning frameworksFamiliarity with DevOps practices and AWS cloud servicesProficient in time-series forecastingKnowledge of real-time systems, IoT, and SCADA systemsAnalytical & Problem-Solving Skills
Superior analytical and problem-solving capabilities for data interpretation and insight generationProven ability to derive meaningful insights from complex, large-scale datasetsStrong attention to data quality and integrityLeadership & Management Skills
Demonstrated ability to lead and mentor technical teamsStrong project management capabilities with track record of successful deliveryProven ability to influence decision-making processes at senior levelsResourcefulness and strategic thinking capabilitiesIndustry Knowledge
Understanding of the energy sector with emphasis on renewable energy resourcesExpertise in energy forecasting methodologies and applicationsKnowledge of utility operations and trade floor decision-making processesCommunication & Collaboration
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to translate technical concepts for diverse audiencesProven success working in cross-functional, matrixed team environmentsCustomer-focused mindset with strong relationship-building skillsJob Overview
This position is responsible for leading the development of algorithms, modeling techniques, and optimization methods that support many aspects of NextEra and FPL business. Employees in this role use knowledge of machine learning, optimization, statistics, and applied mathematics along with abilities in software engineering with a focus on distributed computing and data storage infrastructure (i.e., "Big Data").
Job Duties & Responsibilities
Provide thought leadership, set technical strategy, and identify possible uses of data science methodsExplain methods and results to upper-level executivesDevelop machine learning, optimizations or other modeling solutionsOversee related employee work, learn new techniques being developedPrepares comprehensive documented observations, analyses and interpretations of results including technical reports, summaries, protocols and quantitative analysesWorks with big data and distributed computing platformsDevelops software and contributes to product developmentPerforms other job-related duties as assignedRequired Qualifications
Bachelor's DegreeExperience : 6+ yearsPreferred Qualifications
Master's DegreeDoctoral Degree