Principal Data Scientist

Data Science Festival; London; Hybrid; GBP 72,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading energy company is seeking a Principal Data Scientist to drive innovation and sustainability in energy production and consumption. The role involves applying data science to critical infrastructure challenges and collaborating with a skilled team to implement machine learning solutions.

Benefits

Hybrid working model with flexibility

Direct impact on critical infrastructure

Support for continuous learning and certifications

Qualifications

• Strong background in Python and SQL, with solid applied ML experience.
• Experience working with time-series data, forecasting, or optimisation models.
• Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams.

Responsibilities

• Design and deploy machine learning models for smarter grid management.
• Collaborate with data engineers, product teams, and energy specialists.
• Work on complex challenges, from demand forecasting to sustainability modelling.

Skills

Python

SQL

Time-series data

Forecasting

Optimisation models

Communication

Tools

AWS

GCP

Azure

Job description

Principal Data Scientist

Salary: Up to £85k

Location: 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 a Principal Data Scientist to 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 working model with flexibility to suit your lifestyle
• Direct impact on critical infrastructure, energy sustainability, and climate goals
• Work with a highly skilled, purpose-driven team at the forefront of energy tech
• Support for continuous learning, certifications, and personal growth

Skills and Experience

• Strong background in Python and SQL, with solid applied ML experience
• Experience working with time-series data, forecasting, or optimisation models
• Familiarity with cloud 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. Click Apply to send your CV and join the energy transition.