Energy Data Analyst
Apply NowCompany: kWantera
Location: Pittsburgh, PA 15237
Description:
Company Description
kWantera is a venture-backed startup company dedicated to helping companies manage their energy. Our team of quantitative energy market analysts work with our big data analytics platform to analyze and react to changing market conditions. At kWantera, we promote a highly dedicated, collaborative and creative work environment where our employees take ownership of their role, taking much pride in their work. We aim to continue innovating in the future, giving businesses the upper hand on their energy decisions.
Job Description
We are seeking for a candidate who is passionate about making a difference in energy industry using data analytics. Energy Data Analyst will act as a bridge between our data science team and the energy market. He/she will use data analysis techniques to find answers to research questions raised by data science team, will evaluate the challenges and opportunities in the market, backing the findings with solid statistics, and will evaluate and analyze our products' performance, providing insightful feedback for improvements, just to count a few of the responsibilities.
The ideal candidate is experienced and comfortable with analyzing big data and crunching numbers, is familiar with the electricity wholesale markets in the US, and has programming background, preferably in Python. We are seeking independent and critical thinkers, who are good team players.
Qualifications
Additional Information
COMPENSATION
Very competitive salary, because you deserve it.
Equity in the company, to keep you motivated.
401(k) plan with matching, because we care about your future!
PERKS:
Unlimited vacation, we work hard and take time when we need it.
Medical, dental and vision coverage.
Fully stocked fridge, coffee, espresso and tons of snacks to keep us going.
Fantastic modern office space in Pittsburgh's Strip District with free parking.
Great office environment with exceptionally talented coworkers.
kWantera's staff is highly motivated to shake up the status quo of the modern electric and natural gas industries within the United States. Our technology platform, machine learning, and predictive analytics are cutting-edge entrants into the emerging world of Big Data. We seek people who will be similarly passionate about changing the world.
kWantera is a venture-backed startup company dedicated to helping companies manage their energy. Our team of quantitative energy market analysts work with our big data analytics platform to analyze and react to changing market conditions. At kWantera, we promote a highly dedicated, collaborative and creative work environment where our employees take ownership of their role, taking much pride in their work. We aim to continue innovating in the future, giving businesses the upper hand on their energy decisions.
Job Description
We are seeking for a candidate who is passionate about making a difference in energy industry using data analytics. Energy Data Analyst will act as a bridge between our data science team and the energy market. He/she will use data analysis techniques to find answers to research questions raised by data science team, will evaluate the challenges and opportunities in the market, backing the findings with solid statistics, and will evaluate and analyze our products' performance, providing insightful feedback for improvements, just to count a few of the responsibilities.
The ideal candidate is experienced and comfortable with analyzing big data and crunching numbers, is familiar with the electricity wholesale markets in the US, and has programming background, preferably in Python. We are seeking independent and critical thinkers, who are good team players.
Qualifications
- Strong background in data analytics. Must be familiar with basic statistical techniques and metrics, such as implementing and evaluating regression analysis, hypothesis testing, auto-correlation, probability distributions, graphical representations, as well as confusion matrices to evaluate accuracy, precision and error, etc. (Machine Learning background is a plus).
- Strong understanding of energy markets in US (Previous work experience in the energy domain, or extensive coursework and projects in the area)
- Familiarity with using Python for data analysis (or equivalent language).
- A strong sense of ownership
- A team player
- Strong verbal and written communication skills
Additional Information
COMPENSATION
Very competitive salary, because you deserve it.
Equity in the company, to keep you motivated.
401(k) plan with matching, because we care about your future!
PERKS:
Unlimited vacation, we work hard and take time when we need it.
Medical, dental and vision coverage.
Fully stocked fridge, coffee, espresso and tons of snacks to keep us going.
Fantastic modern office space in Pittsburgh's Strip District with free parking.
Great office environment with exceptionally talented coworkers.
kWantera's staff is highly motivated to shake up the status quo of the modern electric and natural gas industries within the United States. Our technology platform, machine learning, and predictive analytics are cutting-edge entrants into the emerging world of Big Data. We seek people who will be similarly passionate about changing the world.