Data Science Analyst

Welcome to the intersection of energy and home services. At NRG, we’re all about propelling the next generation of leaders forward. We are driven by our passion to create a smarter, cleaner and more connected future. We deliver innovative solutions that make our customers’ lives easier—helping them power, protect, and intelligently manage their homes and businesses. To do this, we need creative and talented people to join our company.

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This position will be involved in a diverse range of activities supporting NRG’s Commercial Analytics functions.  This position will be imbedded in the Structure and Fundamentals team and will focus on enhanced data driven solutions in support of team’s activities. While our focus is for AI expertise, this role will support a much broader range of data science activities and provides meaningful exposure to and engagement in Commercial Analytics work product.

Responsibilities:

• Collect, clean, and preprocess large datasets to ensure high-quality data for quantitative analysis including AI applications.
• Develop and implement machine learning models for predictive analytics, recommendation systems, anomaly detection, and other AI-driven insights.
• Implement solutions that improve efficiency of team activities.
• Analyze and interpret complex data structures to derive meaningful business insights.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including software engineers, data engineers, and business analysts, to integrate AI solutions into group workflows.
• Optimize and fine-tune AI models to enhance accuracy, efficiency, and scalability.
• Stay up to date with the latest advancements in AI, machine learning, and data science technologies.
• Create data visualizations and dashboards to communicate findings to stakeholders effectively.
• Document methodologies, processes, and findings to maintain transparency and reproducibility.

We seek candidates with:

• Bachelor's degree, Master's degree preferred, in data science, computer science, quantitative finance, statistics, or mathematics
• 3+ years of work experience in data analysis, machine learning, and AI applications
• High level of proficiency in SQL and quantitative programming (Python, R, MATLAB). Experienced in dealing with large data sets.
• Experience with AI/ML frameworks such as TensorFlow, PyTorch, Scikit-Learn.
• Strong knowledge of data visualization tools such as Tableau, Power BI, or Matplotlib.
• Familiarity with cloud computing platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
• Strong communication skills. Ability to translate complex data into actionable insights.
• The ability to manage multiple tasks independently and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Ability to proactively seek new ideas and solutions to improve the status quo.
• Strong work ethic – reliable and accountable.
• Ability to work cooperatively with all levels of staff as part of a team.
• A commitment to the highest ethical standards and to act with professionalism and integrity.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with Natural Language Processing (NLP) or Computer Vision.
• Knowledge of big data technologies such as Spark, Hadoop, or Databricks.
• Exposure to deep learning techniques and neural networks.
• Understanding of MLOps principles and deployment of AI models in production environments.

NRG Energy is committed to a drug and alcohol-free workplace. To the extent permitted by law and any applicable collective bargaining agreement, employees are subject to periodic random drug testing, and post-accident and reasonable suspicion drug and alcohol testing. EOE AA M/F/Protected Veteran Status/Disability. Level, Title and/or Salary may be adjusted based on the applicant's experience or skills.

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