Principal Data Scientist - Innovation Team

About Power Factors

Power Factors is a software and solutions provider leading the next generation of clean energy with Unity, one of the most extensive and widely deployed renewable energy management suites (REMS) in the market. With over 300 GW of wind, solar, and energy storage assets managed worldwide across more than 600 customers and 18,000 sites, Power Factors manages 25% of the world’s renewable energy data.*  

Power Factors’ Unity REMS supports the entire energy value chain, from monitoring and controls to market participation. The company’s suite of open, data-driven applications empowers renewable energy stakeholders to collaborate, automate critical workflows, and make more informed decisions to maximize asset returns. Energy stakeholders receive end-to-end support, including solutions for SCADA & PPC, centralized monitoring, performance management, commercial asset management, and field service management.

With deep domain expertise, AI-powered insights are delivered at scale so businesses can optimize assets, unlock growth, and make smarter decisions as the world rapidly transitions to clean energy. Power Factors fight climate change with code.     

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Learn more at powerfactors.com.

About the Role 

As Principal Data Scientist on our Innovation team, you'll identify and prototype breakthrough solutions using Power Factors' extensive operational database of 200+ GW renewable assets. You'll drive new product development from concept to reality, working hands-on with Python and AI while collaborating closely with software developers, product managers, and customers. Your innovations will directly create new revenue streams. This role offers a rare opportunity to combine deep technical work with entrepreneurial impact—helping renewable energy become the world's leading power source. 

About You 

You're a seasoned data scientist with 12+ years in renewable energy, deeply familiar with wind, solar, and battery storage operations. You're fluent in Python, machine learning, and AI, but more importantly, you know how to translate technical capabilities into business value. You thrive collaborating with software developers and can move seamlessly between writing production code and presenting insights to customers. 

What drives you is innovation—spotting opportunities in data, building prototypes, and creating new revenue streams from scratch. You're self-motivated, entrepreneurial, and energized by ambiguity. The chance to leverage Power Factors' 200+ GW operational database to accelerate the green energy transition isn't just appealing—it's exactly why you do this work. You're ready to make renewable energy win. 

Required Qualifications 

Experience & Domain Expertise 

• 12+ years of experience in the renewable energy industry, with a proven track record at established consultants, energy asset owners, or asset operators 

• Deep understanding of solar, wind, and battery storage asset operations, performance characteristics, and development / operational challenges 

• Demonstrated experience working with large-scale operational datasets from renewable energy assets 

• Demonstrated experience building prototypes and products used by energy asset owners, developers and operators to impact business decisions  

Technical Skills 

• Advanced proficiency in Python and modern data science libraries (pandas, scikit-learn, TensorFlow/PyTorch, etc.) 

• Strong command of statistical analysis, machine learning, and AI techniques with practical application experience 

• Hands-on experience with data engineering concepts and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) 

• Proven ability to take concepts from ideation through prototype to production-ready solutions 

• Experience with version control (Git) and collaborative software development practices 

Collaboration & Communication 

• Ability to effectively communicate complex technical concepts to both technical and non-technical stakeholders 

• Experience collaborating closely with software engineering teams and speaking their language (APIs, microservices, deployment pipelines, etc.) 

• Track record of translating customer needs and business opportunities into technical solutions 

Mindset & Approach 

• Self-motivated with demonstrated ability to identify opportunities and drive initiatives independently 

• Entrepreneurial mindset with experience in innovation or new product development 

• Comfort with ambiguity and ability to navigate unstructured problem spaces 

Beneficial Qualifications 

• PhD or Master's degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Physics, Engineering, or related quantitative field 

• Experience with time-series forecasting, anomaly detection, or predictive maintenance in industrial settings 

• Prior experience in a consultancy environment interfacing directly with clients 

• Familiarity with SCADA systems, asset performance monitoring platforms, or energy trading/markets 

• Background in developing commercial products or revenue-generating data solutions 

• Experience with real-time data processing and streaming analytics 

• Knowledge of energy market structures, power purchase agreements (PPAs), or grid operations 

• Published research or patents in renewable energy, machine learning, or related fields 

• Experience with MLOps practices and deploying models at scale 

• Contributions to open-source projects or active participation in the data science community 

Responsibilities 

Innovation & Product Development 

• Identify, evaluate, and prioritize innovative opportunities to create new revenue streams for Power Factors 

• Lead the development of novel data science solutions from concept through prototype, leveraging Power Factors' extensive operational database of 200+ GW of renewable assets 

WHY JOIN US

By joining the Power Factors team, you’ll be part of a dynamic group of innovative and driven individuals dedicated to making a positive impact. Every day, your work will directly contribute to advancing clean energy solutions and supporting global sustainability initiatives. Our culture runs deep and shows up in how we work together - committed, conscientious and collaborative. With many opportunities for professional growth, Power Factors is here to support your development as we lead the charge in transforming the energy industry.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER

Power Factors is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to engaging a diverse workforce and sustaining an inclusive culture.All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.