Senior Data Scientist
UplightUnited States
Posted July 15, 2025
140000 - 165000 USD year
Full Time
About the Company
Uplight is a clean energy technology company that maximizes grid capacity by engaging customers and their connected devices to generate, shift, and save energy. Through the Uplight Demand Stack, they integrate energy efficiency, electrification, rates, and flexibility programs to enhance grid resilience, reduce costs, and accelerate decarbonization for both energy providers and consumers. Serving over 80 energy providers, including major utilities, Uplight is a certified B-Corporation committed to sustainability and ethical business practices.
Job Description
Uplight is a software company focused on energy management in homes and businesses, aiming to accelerate the transition to clean energy. They are seeking a skilled Data Scientist to join their Predictive Controls team, optimizing and dispatching energy resources to support grid services. The role involves building models, deploying optimization logic, and collaborating with internal and external stakeholders.
Requirements
- Proven experience in mathematical optimization (e.g., LP, MILP)
- Proficient in Python with production-level software engineering experience
- Strong understanding of electricity markets and DERs
- Familiarity with optimization frameworks (e.g., Pyomo, AMPL)
- Experience with CI/CD, Docker, version control, and observability practices
- Ability to reason about trade-offs between model fidelity, performance, and business value
Benefits
- Flexible time off
- Generous parental leave
- Wellness stipend
- Work flexibility
- Comprehensive benefits package
