Senior Data Scientist

Prepared to shape what comes next with your knowledge of data? As a Senior Data Scientist at Vestas, you’ll be involved in developing innovative models and tools, working with a diverse global team to enhance risk management and advance wind turbine technology. 
Vestas Technology & Operations -> Research & Development (R&D) -> Plant Optimization


Modelling & Analytics is anchored in Vestas R&D. Vestas is where new product ideas and technologies are developed, matured, tested, and improved. To put it in short, Vestas R&D is the cornerstone of Vestas. We are crafting the future of modern energy.
Modelling & Analytics consists of highly skilled, international, highly experienced, cross-discipline employees located across Portugal, Hungary, Denmark and India, where data gets transformed and utilized to bring insights into various value streams in Vestas. 
We encourage a culture based on accountability and give employees the chance to create meaningful, real-world impact through their work. We also cultivate employee performance and growth by providing an inclusive, motivating environment with collaboration at its core. You will be part of a team that represents different experiences, genders, and nationalities.

Responsibilities

• Oversee the research, design, and development of ML-based products for weather and power generation forecasting in Vestas Power Plant products
• Design cost-effective systems using current big data architectures, cloud services, and MLOps processes with a clear focus on operational excellence
• Integrate and promote best practices in data-driven digital product lifecycle management: design patterns, development workflows, DevOps and MLOps that ensure highest quality standards
• Define the goals clearly and reach results with a motivated response. Freedom in work is important, but contributions must connect with the general product vision and business targets
• Collaborate well with team members to keep communication open and ensure the team is aligned. Your role will involve both decision making and teamwork, with accountability for your assigned outcomes and technical leadership in Data Science related aspects, both within the team and towards stakeholders across the entire organization
• Adopt a mindset of ongoing improvement and learning. Be open to experimentation, respond to new requirements, and apply feedback loops to refine your approach, ensuring your work evolves with product needs
   

Qualifications

• Ph.D. or master’s degree in data science, Computer Science, Physics, Engineering, or a related field, with at least 5 years of work experience in the renewable energy sector
• Technical experience in Machine Learning, Statistical modelling, predictive analytics and probabilistic forecasting
• Working experience with Numerical Weather Prediction models (NWP's) and wind turbine data (SCADA)
• Exercises programming skills in the Python data science stack (Pandas, Scikit-Learn, TensorFlow, etc.)
• Proficiency in software engineering practices, including software architecture design, version control (Git), CI/CD, and automated testing
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) and big data technologies and frameworks (e.g., Hadoop, Spark, Databricks, Snowflake)
• Experience building, deploying and monitoring ML-based system in production environments using model ML-Ops tools and frameworks (ML-Flow)
   

Competencies

• An interest in seeking innovative data science approaches at scale
• Ability to focus on solving customer problems with the primary emphasis on business value with an attention to detail and a focus on producing high-quality work
• A constant growth mindset that ensures staying up to date with emerging technologies
• Ability to shift focus as project scope, requirements, or technology change
• You thrive in a collaborative environment, working seamlessly with diverse teams and stakeholders. You believe in the importance of communication and teamwork, understanding that shared goals depend on mutual trust and alignment
• Accountability, initiative and decision-making capacity that brings meaningful progress
• Fluency in English with the ability to clearly articulate complex ideas to technical and non-technical stakeholders

What we offer
If you would like to join an innovative and international environment, with great possibilities for personal development and the best of colleagues, then Vestas and Modelling & Analytics offers just that. Join us to create solutions for today, tomorrow, and the future. Join us in the effort for a more sustainable world. 

Additional information 
The primary work location is in Budapest, Hungary. To be considered for this role, you must apply online before Jan 15, 2025. We will review applications on an ongoing basis. We look to fill the position earliest possible and reserve the right to do so at any time, including before the advertised closing date.
 

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DEIB Statement
At Vestas, we recognize the value of diversity, equity, and inclusion in driving innovation and success. We strongly encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, particularly those who may hesitate due to their identity or feel they do not meet every criterion. As our CEO states, "Expertise and talent come in many forms, and a diverse workforce enhances our ability to think differently and solve the complex challenges of our industry". Your unique perspective is what will help us powering the solution for a sustainable, green energy future.

About Vestas
Vestas is the energy industry’s global partner on sustainable energy solutions. We are specialised in designing, manufacturing, installing, and servicing wind turbines, both onshore and offshore. 
Across the globe, we have installed more wind power than anyone else. We consider ourselves pioneers within the industry, as we continuously aim to design new solutions and technologies to create a more sustainable future for all of us. With more than 185 GW of wind power installed worldwide and 40+ years of experience in wind energy, we have an unmatched track record demonstrating our expertise within the field. 
With 30,000 employees globally, we are a diverse team united by a common goal: to power the solution – today, tomorrow, and far into the future. 
Vestas promotes a diverse workforce which embraces all social identities and is free of any discrimination. We commit to create and sustain an environment that acknowledges and harvests different experiences, skills, and perspectives. We also aim to give everyone equal access to opportunity. 
To learn more about our company and life at Vestas, we invite you to visit our website at www.vestas.com and follow us on our social media channels. We also encourage you to join our Talent Universe to receive notifications on new and relevant postings.