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Forecasting Data Scientist

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    Full-time
    Mid Level
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AI generated summary

  • You must have Python (pandas) and SQL skills, a quick grasp of commercial concepts, a passion for Net Zero, and be a team player. Experience with ML, dbt, Airflow, and Spark is beneficial.
  • You will build and maintain forecasting models, automate processes, design dashboards, standardise models across markets, perform ad-hoc analysis, and collaborate with various teams.

Requirements

  • Experience with Python (pandas) and SQL is essential;
  • Able to quickly understand commercial concepts quickly and effectively;
  • Team player excited at the idea of ownership across lots of different projects and tools;
  • Passion for driving towards Net Zero;
  • Drives knowledge sharing and documentation for a more effective platform;
  • Open to travelling to Octopus international offices;
  • Experience with Machine Learning, dbt, Airflow and Spark is beneficial.
  • Experience in the energy industry would be useful but not required.

Responsibilities

  • Building, improving and maintaining forecasting models.
  • Development on forecasting framework and tools.
  • Maintaining and automating forecasting processes, whilst building in checks and alerting.
  • Designing and building forecasting dashboards/ reports that cover operational processes and reporting requirements;
  • Standardising and rolling out forecasting models across the international markets.
  • Performing ad-hoc analysis.
  • Collaborating with Risk, Trading, Renewables, Flexibility teams and building pipelines into the wider business.

FAQs

What is the main responsibility of a Forecasting Data Scientist at Octopus Energy?

The main responsibility is to build, improve, and maintain forecasting models, as well as develop and automate forecasting processes that support the company's energy demand and generation asset production.

What skills are essential for this role?

Essential skills include proficiency in Python (particularly with pandas) and SQL.

Is experience in the energy industry required for this position?

No, experience in the energy industry is useful but not required for this position.

What kind of collaboration can I expect within the team?

You will collaborate with teams such as Risk, Trading, Renewables, and Flexibility, building pipelines into the wider business.

Are there opportunities for personal development in this role?

Yes, the role offers ownership across various projects and tools, and the company encourages knowledge sharing and documentation for a more effective platform.

Does this job involve travel?

Yes, the role may involve traveling to Octopus international offices.

What technologies or tools should I be familiar with for this job?

Familiarity with machine learning, dbt, Airflow, and Spark is beneficial for this role.

How does Octopus Energy approach salary discussions?

Octopus Energy is flexible with salaries and encourages candidates to discuss their experience openly during calls with recruiters to ensure a good match.

What is the company culture like at Octopus Energy?

The company culture is unique, emphasizing autonomy and quick decision-making while supporting learning and innovative projects. It has received accolades for being a great place to work.

Are there additional employee benefits offered by Octopus Energy?

Yes, Octopus Energy offers various perks and benefits which can be explored in their UK perks hub, Octopus Employee Benefits.

Here to make a big green dent in the universe.

Energy
Industry
501-1000
Employees
2015
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

We're on a mission to make a big green dent in the universe by building a truly sustainable energy system globally. That means making power greener, smarter, and more affordable for everyone. We put customers at the heart of everything we do: with always-fair prices, transparency and outrageous customer service. We drive system change: with transformative tech to make renewable energy the norm and end global reliance on fossil fuels. Octopus Energy Group is made up of 10 businesses spanning 6 countries across 3 continents, including: Octopus Energy Retail, Kraken Technologies, Octopus Energy Generation, Kraken Flex, Octopus Electric Vehicles, and the Octopus Centre for Net Zero.