Senior Data Scientist (Power Systems) at Phaidra

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Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

13 Mar, 26

Salary

207600.0

Posted On

13 Dec, 25

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Electrical Systems, Power Systems, Data Centers, Anomaly Detection, Machine Learning, Statistical Methods, Root Cause Analysis, Communication Skills, Predictive Maintenance, Energy Optimization, SCADA, BMS, Sensor Integration, Time-Series Analysis, Signal Processing, Predictive Modeling

Industry

Software Development

Description

About Phaidra Phaidra is building the future of industrial automation. The world today is filled with static, monolithic infrastructure. Factories, power plants, buildings, etc. operate the same they've operated for decades — because the controls programming is hard-coded. Thousands of lines of rules and heuristics that define how the machines interact with each other. The result of all this hard-coding is that facilities are frozen in time, unable to adapt to their environment while their performance slowly degrades. Phaidra creates AI-powered control systems for the industrial sector, enabling industrial facilities to automatically learn and improve over time. Specifically: We use reinforcement learning algorithms to provide this intelligence, converting raw sensor data into high-value actions and decisions. We focus on industrial applications, which tend to be well-sensorized with measurable KPIs — perfect for reinforcement learning. We enable domain experts (our users) to configure the AI control systems (i.e. agents) without writing code. They define what they want their AI agents to do, and we do it for them. Our team has a track record of applying AI to some of the toughest problems. From achieving superhuman performance with DeepMind's AlphaGo, to reducing the energy required to cool Google's Data Centers by 40%, we deeply understand AI and how to apply it in production for massive impact. Phaidra’s ability to achieve its mission is determined by our ability to work together — as defined by our core values: Transparency, Collaboration, Operational Excellence, Ownership, and Empathy. We seek individuals who embody these values, as they are instrumental in ensuring our team consistently delivers excellence and fosters an engaging and supportive culture Phaidra is based in the USA, but we are 100% remote with no physical office. We hire employees internationally with the help of our partner, OysterHR. Our team is currently located throughout the USA, Canada, UK, Italy, Sweden, Spain, Portugal, the Netherlands, Singapore, Australia, and India. Joining the Talent Pool Please submit your resume/CV below. You may also submit a cover letter explaining what your ideal position is and how your skills would fit with the team! Please note: Due to the high volume of applications, there may be a delay in response from our hiring team. However, Phaidra is committed to ensuring every applicant receives a response, regardless of the outcome. We sincerely appreciate your interest in joining Phaidra and thank you for taking the time to apply. Responsibilities Develop electrical system ontology for data centers which will be used to organize customer’s system data in a way where it can be used by AI & LLMs for customer facing products and services. Create and utilize tools to continuously monitor system telemetry from sensors, smart meters, and facility management systems to detect early signs of equipment degradation to help prevent service disruptions. Develop and deploy advanced anomaly detection models using machine learning and statistical methods to identify irregularities in power usage, voltage stability, cooling performance, UPS/battery behavior and more. Design automated alerting frameworks that trigger real-time notifications for operational teams when abnormal conditions are detected (e.g., power spikes, cooling failures, or unexpected load distributions). Perform root cause analysis on anomalies and power incidents, correlating data across multiple systems (electrical, mechanical, environmental) to improve reliability and uptime. Collaborate with customer operations teams to translate anomaly insights into actionable maintenance and optimization strategies, reducing unplanned downtime and improving PUE (Power Usage Effectiveness). Grow the knowledge base about data center electrical systems within Phaidra by openly sharing your knowledge and experience. We are seeking a team member located within one of the following areas: USA, Canada, or UK In the United States, we accept applicants located in the following states: California, Colorado, Connecticut, Georgia, Florida, Indiana, Maryland, Minnesota, Missouri, Nebraska, New York, North Carolina, Pennsylvania, South Carolina, Tennessee, Texas, Virginia, Washington. In Canada, we accept applicants located in the following provinces: Ontario, British Columbia, and Alberta. Key Qualifications 3+ years of experience specifically in electrical or power systems operations, with a focus on data centers, utilities, or mission-critical infrastructure. Bachelor’s degree or equivalent field experience in electrical engineering, power systems engineering, energy systems, data center operations or a related technical discipline. Strong understanding of power quality, load balancing, redundant distribution, harmonics, fault detection, and protective relaying principles. Passion for problem solving and using scalable solutions to solve repeat problems. Excellent communication skills. Ability to explain complex domain specific concepts to non-domain experts. Shares our Company Values: Transparency, Collaboration, Operational Excellence, Ownership, Empathy Preferred Skills & Experience Proven experience in analyzing, monitoring and maintaining of electrical distribution systems, including substations, UPS systems, batteries, switchgear, PDUs, and stand-by generator systems. Hands-on experience with SCADA, BMS, or energy monitoring systems, including sensor integration and data acquisition. Demonstrated ability to use machine learning and advanced analytics for predictive maintenance, energy optimization, and anomaly detection in electrical systems. Experience with time-series analysis, signal processing, and predictive modeling for power and thermal performance. Onboarding In your first 30 days… Familiarize yourself with the Phaidra Handbook. Review department roadmaps and product vision documents. Participate in recurring meetings with relevant teams. Review existing electrical system ontology & taxonomy and provide feedback. Start reviewing key customer system documentation to grow understanding. In your first 60 days… Build an understanding of our work processes and tools. Start solidifying a new electrical system ontology and components database. Work with solutions engineers to guide their new system build-outs. Participate in, and review, customer meetings to identify new product gaps and opportunities. In your first 90 days… Finish creation of electrical system ontology and components database. Work with solutions engineers to ensure that all customer systems are constructed to follow the new ontology and taxonomy. Define key Insights to be used to detect electrical system failure modes which will be used in our customer facing products. Engage with core product teams to ensure that our solutions are meeting the needs of our customers. Create presentations to share progress with stakeholders. General Interview Process All of our interviews are held via Google Meet, and an active camera connection is required. Meeting with People Operations team member (30 minutes) Meeting with Hiring Manager (60 minutes) Meeting with the Director of AI Controls Solutions Engineering (60 minutes) Meeting with the Data Science team (60 minutes) Culture fit interview with Phaidra’s co-founders (30 minutes) Base Salary US Residents: Tier 1 (Largest highest-cost metros): 155,700 USD - 207,600 USD Tier 2(Other major metros): 147,915 USD - 197,220 USD Tier 3 (Mid-sized metro areas): 140,130 USD - 186,840 USD Tier 4 (All other locations): 132,345 USD - 176,460 USD UK Residents: Tier 1 (London): 100,600 GBP - 134,000 GPB Tier 2 (Manchester, Birmingham, Edinburgh, Bristol): 94,600 GBP - 126,200 GBP Tier 3 (Other areas): 88,700 GBP - 118,300 GPB Canada Residents: Tier 1 (Vancouver): 164,000 CAD- 218,800 CAD Tier 2 (Toronto): 153,000 CAD - 204,000 CAD Tier 3 (Montreal): 131,000 CAD - 175,000 CAD Tier 4 (Other areas): 120,100 CAD - 160,500 CAD In addition to base salary, this position is eligible for equity. Final salary will be determined based on several factors, including a candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience, expertise, education and location. In some cases, final compensation may fall outside the posted range. Salary ranges are regularly reviewed and may be adjusted in response to market trends. Benefits & Perks Fast-paced, team-oriented environment where your work directly shapes the company’s direction. We are a 100% remote company. Competitive compensation & meaningful equity. Outsized responsibilities & professional development. Training is foundational; functional, customer immersion, and development training. Medical, dental, and vision insurance (exact benefits vary by region). Unlimited paid time off, with a required minimum of 20 days per year. Paid parental leave (exact benefits vary by region). Flexible stipends to support your workspace, well-being, and continued professional development. Company MacBook. Please note: Not all of Phaidra’s benefits and perks listed above apply to temporary employees such as interns. On being Remote We take a thoughtful and intentional approach to remote collaboration. Inspired by pioneers like GitLab, we embrace proven best practices to foster an exceptional remote work environment. Our culture is documentation-first, and we prioritize asynchronous communication to support focus and flexibility across time zones. While we value independence, we stay closely connected through tools like Slack and video conferencing. Weekly all-hands meetings help us align and build strong relationships, and we regularly host virtual team-building activities and social events to maintain a sense of camaraderie. Equal Opportunity Employment Phaidra is an Equal Opportunity Employer; employment with Phaidra is governed on the basis of merit, competence, and qualifications and will not be influenced in any manner by race, color, religion, gender, national origin/ethnicity, veteran status, disability status, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, mental or physical disability, or any other legally protected status. We welcome diversity and strive to maintain an inclusive environment for all employees. If you need assistance with completing the application process, please contact us at hiring@phaidra.ai. E-Verify Notice Phaidra participates in E-Verify, an employment authorization database provided through the U.S. Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and Social Security Administration (SSA). As required by law, we will provide the SSA and, if necessary, the DHS, with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization for those residing in the United States. Additional information about E-Verify can be found here. #LI-Remote To be considered for any position at Phaidra, you must submit an online application. This role will remain open until it is filled. Phaidra only hires individuals who are legally authorized to work in the specified location(s) above. We do not provide employment sponsorship. Candidates requiring visa sponsorship, either now or in the future, are not eligible for hire. WE DO NOT ACCEPT APPLICATIONS FROM RECRUITERS.

Responsibilities

Develop electrical system ontology for data centers and create tools to monitor system telemetry for early signs of equipment degradation. Collaborate with customer operations teams to translate anomaly insights into actionable maintenance and optimization strategies.