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Principal Data Scientist

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Principal Data ScientistSalary: Up to £85kLocation: London, Hybrid

Data Idols is proud to be partnering with a leading energy company that’s on a mission to revolutionise how energy is produced, distributed, and consumed. As they invest heavily in smart technology and data platforms, they’re looking for aPrincipalData Scientistto help drive innovation, efficiency, and sustainability across the business.

The Opportunity

This is your chance to apply data science in a sector that truly matters. You’ll work on complex, high-impact challenges, from demand forecasting and energy usage optimisation, to predictive maintenance and sustainability modelling.

Collaborating with data engineers, product teams, and energy specialists, you’ll design and deploy machine learning models that enable smarter grid management, better customer insight, and greener energy solutions.

What’s in it for you?

  • Hybrid workingmodel with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
  • Direct impact oncritical infrastructure, energy sustainability, and climate goals
  • Work with a highly skilled, purpose-driven team at the forefront of energy tech
  • Support forcontinuous learning, certifications, and personal growth

Skills and Experience

  • Strong background inPythonandSQL, with solid applied ML experience
  • Experience working withtime-series data, forecasting, or optimisation models
  • Familiarity withcloud platforms(e.g., AWS, GCP, or Azure)
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams

If you’re a mission-driven data scientist who wants to work on real-world problems that impact people, planet, and progress, we’d love to hear from you. ClickApplyto send your CV and join the energy transition.


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