Senior Data Scientist

NES Fircroft; Bærum; On-site; NOK 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Solid pension and insurance coverage

Well-being facilities and equipment

Remote work flexibility

Young Solutioneers network

Job summary

Aker Solutions is seeking a Senior Data Scientist to join the team in Oslo or Stavanger. You will experiment, develop, and maintain AI solutions that drive measurable business value, translating complex technical concepts for users and stakeholders.

You will collaborate with domain experts and developers, translating challenges into scalable AI solutions, while monitoring performance and reliability across the system. Strong ML, Python, and Azure-based tools are required.

Qualifications

• Master's degree or higher in CS, DS, math or related field.
• Experience designing and deploying LLMs and VLMs.
• Proficiency in Python and production-grade frameworks (FastAPI/Flask/Streamlit).
• Hands-on with PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, MLflow/TensorBoard.
• Experience deploying AI solutions on Azure OpenAI, Azure ML, or Azure AI Foundry.
• Knowledge of MLOps: CI/CD, versioning, testing, monitoring.
• Experience with Pandas, Spark, SQL for data pipelines.
• English fluency; Norwegian language knowledge is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Experiment, develop and maintain AI solutions and support users.
• Build AI/ML solutions that deliver measurable business value.
• Identify practical AI applications in engineering, projects, and operations.
• Collaborate with domain experts to translate challenges into scalable solutions.
• Monitor and improve existing AI solutions for reliability and performance.
• Contribute to initiatives including predictive analytics and computer vision.
• Promote best practices and strengthen AI capabilities across the organization.

Skills

Fluent English

Norwegian language advantage

Python programming

Machine learning expertise

Model deployment

Stakeholder communication

Problem solving

Education

Master's degree or higher in CS/DS/Math/Statistics

Tools

FastAPI

Flask

Streamlit

PyTorch

TensorFlow

scikit-learn

TensorBoard

MLflow

Pandas

Spark

SQL

Azure OpenAI

Azure ML

Azure AI Foundry

Job description

Would you like to be part of a team seeking to transform the energy sector?

At Aker Solutions we are changemakers with nearly 200 years of experience, committed to helping the energy industry #PowerTheChange towards a net-zero future.

We are driven by collaboration and curiosity, building tomorrow’s technological solutions today!

Artificial intelligence is changing how we design, engineer and operate complex energy infrastructure. At Aker Solutions, we turn the possibilities of AI into real-world impact by integrating advanced technology across systems, disciplines and industrial workflows, where reliability, scale and measurable results matter.

We are now looking for a Senior Data Scientist to join our team in our Oslo or Stavanger offices.

Join us in developing practical AI solutions that help our people make better decisions, work more efficiently and solve some of the energy industry’s most complex challenges. You will become part of a collaborative environment where domain expertise, data and technology come together to build solutions designed for the real world.

What will you be doing?

You’ll be responsible for experimenting, developing and maintaining AI solutions, and providing support and improvements to users. Ideal candidates have a strong understanding of machine learning, excellent development skills and the ability to translate complex technical concepts into user-friendly language.

• Develop, test and deploy AI, machine learning and data-driven solutions that create measurable business value across Aker Solutions
• Explore new opportunities, build proof-of-concepts and help identify practical applications of AI in engineering, project execution and operational environments
• Collaborate with domain experts, developers and business stakeholders to translate challenges into scalable technical solutions
• Improve, maintain and monitor existing AI solutions to ensure reliability, performance and a positive user experience
• Contribute across a broad range of AI initiatives, including predictive analytics, computer vision and emerging AI technologies such as agentic AI
• Support knowledge sharing, promote best practices and help strengthen AI capabilities across the organisation

We think you should have:

• A master's degree or higher in Computer Science, Data Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, Statistics or related fields
• Experience designing, training, fine-tuning, evaluating, and deploying Large Language Models (LLMs) and Vision Language Models (VLMs)
• Strong programming skills in Python and experience building production-grade solutions using frameworks such as FastAPI, Flask, and Streamlit
• Hands‑on experience with modern machine learning frameworks including PyTorch, TensorFlow, scikit-learn, and experiment tracking tools such as TensorBoard and MLflow
• Experience developing and deploying AI solutions on cloud platforms such as Azure AI Foundry, Azure Machine Learning, or Azure OpenAI
• Knowledge of MLOps practices including CI/CD, model versioning, automated testing, monitoring, observability, and model lifecycle management
• Experience working with structured and unstructured data, feature engineering, data pipelines, and data processing frameworks such as Pandas, Spark, and SQL
• Fluent written and spoken English with the ability to communicate complex ideas clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. Norwegian language skills are considered an advantage

What we offer:

At Aker Solutions we are committed to creating an enjoyable, rewarding, and engaging career where you can thrive. Our aim is to build a long‑term mutually beneficial relationship with you, in order to motivate and retain your talent. We offer a variety of global and local initiatives which support your well‑being and development, so that you feel valued throughout your career – professionally and personally.

Some of them are:

• Solid pension and insurance coverage: We take care of our employees by offering competitive pension, insurance, and health plans that ensure your well‑being today and in the future.
• Well‑being: Enjoy access to free fitness facilities, sport groups and equipment rental, and a variety of cabins for rent.
• Remote work flexibility: Work from home up to two days per week, offering you the convenience and work/life balance you need.
• Vibrant Young Professional network: Connect, grow and thrive in our international community, Young Solutioneers.

Applications will be assessed on an ongoing basis, and candidates may be contacted during the application period. Candidates are encouraged to apply without delay.

Please note: Background checks are conducted as part of our recruitment process on all final candidates for all roles. Furthermore, depending on the role, a risk assessment including an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries where relevant may be carried out in accordance with applicable laws, regulations, clients and company requirements.

To protect your privacy, we kindly ask that you submit your application through our recruitment portal.

Diversity and Inclusion

At Aker Solutions, we foster an environment where everyone can thrive. Diversity fuels creativity and innovation, making it a key competitive advantage. We embrace all aspects of diversity, including disabilities, religion, sexual orientation, and more. We have experience with accommodating various needs and are always open to finding solutions that suit you. We encourage everyone to apply and are here to support you throughout the recruitment process.

This is Aker Solutions

Aker Solutions delivers integrated solutions, products and services to the global energy industry. We enable low‑carbon oil and gas production and develop renewable solutions to meet future energy needs. By combining innovative digital solutions and predictable project execution we accelerate the transition to sustainable energy production. Aker Solutions employs approximately 11,800 people in 13 countries.