[Remote] Data Scientist, Vegetation Ecology, Remote Sensing & Utility Management - REMOTE

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. E Source is an industry-leading company that develops groundbreaking data science applications for utilities. They are seeking an experienced data scientist to tackle projects related to vegetation management and the impact of severe weather on utility networks using machine learning and remote sensing techniques. Responsibilities • Fit and assess predictive models leveraging geospatial data sources in R and/or Python • Explore and analyze client-provided assets and reliability data sets • Collaborate with a broader data science and engineering team to take projects and products from inception to client delivery Skills • Master's or PhD and multiple years with applied experience in forestry, ecology, vegetation-related remote sensing, statistics, or a similar field • Minimum three years conducting data science projects using spatial or time-series data sets in industry or applied research—analytical design, managing schedules, and communicating results to stakeholders • Extensive experience fitting and assessing predictive models using regression techniques in R and/or Python • Experience conducting all phases of analysis, including data compilation, exploratory data analysis, feature engineering, and deliverable generation (visualizations, reports, output files) • Experience working as part of a larger data science team, collaborating with technical or nontechnical peers and stakeholders • Domain expertise using regression techniques (e.g., generalized linear models, generalized linear mixed models, zero-inflated models, regression trees) • Domain expertise using remotely sensed and satellite data sets • Experience using cloud computing infrastructure (e.g., Amazon Web Services) and collaboration version control (e.g., Git) • Domain expertise in the utilities sector (electric, gas, water) Benefits • Excellent insurance options, including medical, dental, and vision plans; • Company-paid life insurance; • Company-paid long- and short-term disability insurance; • Medical and dependent-care flexible spending plans. • A flexible time off (FTO) program where you can take as many paid days off per year as they need, with manager approval, while fulfilling their work obligations and ensuring proper coverage of their responsibilities. • Flexible schedules, flexible work locations, and a paid parental leave benefit. • A 401(k)/RRSP plan with a 3% employer match. Company Overview • E Source provides independent research, advisory, and information services to utilities, major energy users, and other key players in the It was founded in 1986, and is headquartered in Boulder, Colorado, USA, with a workforce of 201-500 employees. Its website is Apply tot his job