Data Scientist II

Job Description

Uplight is creating a new category of energy. We make software that manages energy resources in homes and businesses—including things like smart thermostats, electric vehicles, solar panels, storage batteries, heat pumps, and even people’s behavior—to generate, shift, or save energy to balance the grid, making it more efficient and reliable. This creates clean energy capacity that can be used by the power grid instead of burning more fossil fuels. Our solutions accelerate the transition to clean energy and save money for energy customers.

We are looking for a Data Scientist II to drive our company forward, and help us lead the clean energy revolution!

How you will make an impact

As a member of the Data Science team within the Engineering organization, you will be in the data trenches for multiple product lines across Uplight. Data Scientists at Uplight work with stakeholders across the company to design and build machine learning models to digest, decipher, and discover new ways of thinking about who/how/why people and businesses use energy the way they do.

As a Data Scientist, you will be a contributor on day one. Your role will be part builder, part communicator, and part peer-reviewer. Data Science is a highly collaborative team, and you will be hands-on with your teammates and engineers from across the company answering questions, building models, and helping out however you can. At the same time, you will own your own code for analyses, as well as communicating out all results to people across the company.

What you bring to Uplight

• Track record of building and maintaining machine learning models in a SaaS company
• Knowledge of advanced statistical techniques and concepts (propensity modeling, regression, properties of distributions, statistical tests and proper usage, etc.) and experience with applications.
• Fluent in model evaluation metrics and experience using various metrics to define “good” depending on product requirements
• Ability to process, cleanse, and verify the integrity of data used for analysis and modeling
• Experience dealing with large quantities of data across relational databases, cloud storage, and distributed compute systems.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for presenting findings to technical and non-technical audiences
• Solid experience with common data science toolkits, such as scikit-learn, Spark ML, pandas, Scipy, etc.
• Proficiency in Git or other version control systems

Bonus points

• Experience in Databricks and/or MLflow
• Experience using time series data
• Experience with energy and/or utility data

Don’t meet every single requirement? Studies have shown that women, marginalized genders and people of color are less likely to apply to jobs unless they meet every single qualification. At Uplight we are dedicated to building a diverse, inclusive and authentic workplace, so if you’re excited about this role but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyways. You may be just the right candidate for this or other roles.

Why Join Uplight in Leading the Fight Against Climate Change?

At Uplight, we're not just offering a job – we're offering a chance to be part of the solution to one of the world's biggest challenges. As a certified B Corporation, we're deeply committed to both social and environmental responsibility. Here's why you should join our team of passionate Uplighters:

• Make a Meaningful Impact: Your work directly impacts our mission of decarbonization and building a more sustainable future.
• Grow Your Career: We offer ample advancement opportunities, robust learning and development programs, and a supportive team environment that fosters collaboration and innovation.
• Thrive: We offer comprehensive benefits, including flexible time off, generous parental leave, a wellness stipend, and work flexibility to help you thrive both personally and professionally.
• Belong to an Inclusive Community: We celebrate diversity and foster an inclusive workplace where everyone feels respected, empowered, and heard. Our Employee Resource Groups offer opportunities to connect with colleagues who share your interests and backgrounds.
• Be Part of a Growing Movement: Join a team of dedicated individuals who are passionate about creating a more sustainable future. We offer a collaborative environment where your ideas are valued and your contributions recognized. Together, we can build a brighter tomorrow.

To learn more about our comprehensive benefits package and other perks, visit uplight.com/careers

Salary Range: $95,000 to $110,000 + Bonus

In accordance with the Colorado Equal Pay for Equal Work Act, the approximate annual base compensation range is listed above. The actual offer, reflecting the total compensation package and benefits, will be determined by a number of factors including the applicant's experience, knowledge, skills, and abilities, as well as internal equity among our team.

Uplight provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race (including hair texture and hairstyles), color, religion (including head coverings), age, sex, national origin, disability status (including neurodivergence), genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, neurotypicality, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.