Staff Data Scientist (Data Engineer II) at Itron, Inc.

, , India -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

12 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

14 Nov, 25

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Machine Learning, Data Science, Python, R, SQL, Predictive Modeling, Classification, NLP, Recommendation Systems, Time Series Methods, Data Quality, Experiment Design, Data Visualization, Cloud-Based Frameworks, Problem Solving, Communication

Industry

Utilities

Description

Itron is innovating new ways for utilities and cities to manage energy and water. We create a more resourceful world to protect essential resources for today and tomorrow. Join us. Title : Staff Data Scientist (Data Engineer II) Location : Pune. Job Summary We are seeking a Data Scientist II to join our growing data science team. In this role, you will contribute to a wide range of activities related to end-to-end machine learning (ML) deployments, research, and development of data-driven features that support both internal and external stakeholders. This position is ideal for someone who enjoys variety, thrives in a collaborative environment, and wants to broaden their expertise in a structured and impactful way. What You’ll Do Develop subject matter expertise in the organization’s data and product ecosystem. Partner with cross-functional teams to identify opportunities, design experiments, and deliver scalable ML solutions that create measurable business value. Lead the design of experiments and hypothesis testing to support new feature development. Design, implement, and deploy machine learning models across diverse use cases, with opportunities to apply techniques to specialized domains such as weather-related modeling. Communicate findings and insights clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences using visualizations and presentations. Monitor and evaluate model performance and ensure data quality in production. Stay current with advancements in machine learning, AI, and emerging technologies. Who You Are Preferred: Prior experience working with weather data or weather-related modeling. 3–5 years of experience building and deploying machine learning models. Master’s or PhD in statistics, mathematics, computer science, or another quantitative field. Strong problem-solving skills with an emphasis on product development. Proficient in programming languages such as Python and/or R, with experience using libraries such as pandas, scikit-learn, and TensorFlow. Experience with SQL and relational databases for data extraction and manipulation. Hands-on experience with ML techniques for predictive modeling, classification, NLP (including large language models), recommendation systems, and time series methods. Familiarity with the software development lifecycle, version control (Git), and CI/CD pipelines. Experience with cloud-based AI/ML frameworks such as AWS, Azure, or GCP is a plus. Strong organizational, communication, and time management skills. High level of accountability and ability to deliver results in a fast-paced environment. Itron is committed to building an inclusive and diverse workforce and providing an authentic workplace experience for all employees. If you are excited about this role but your past experiences don't perfectly align with every requirement, we encourage you to apply anyway. In the end, you may be just who we are looking for! The successful candidate's starting wage will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills and experience. Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email Accessibility@itron.com. Itron is transforming how the world manages energy, water and city services. Our trusted intelligent infrastructure solutions help utilities and cities improve efficiency, build resilience and deliver safe, reliable and affordable service. With edge intelligence, we connect people, data insights and devices so communities can better manage the essential resources they rely on to live. Join us as we create a more resourceful world: www.itron.com Our broad solution portfolio allows our customers to better manage energy and water for a sustainable future. Our innovative, next-generation utility and smart-city solutions help build resilient communities around the world. You can build your career here and do work that truly matters. Learn more about Itron here. Not ready to apply? Introduce yourself to our team so we can stay in touch. 5000+ global employees Products and solutions deployed in 100+ countries Headquarters: Liberty Lake, Washington, USA Publicly traded: ITRI ESG goals and achievements Award-winning workplace Inclusion-first work culture Commitment to employee growth and development: iGrow program Employee resource groups*: iBelong program Paid internships, co-op and apprenticeships Generous and flexible paid time off* *Variable by location or position Hear from our Employees @ Itron Careers Itron is proud to be an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action Employer. If you require an accommodation to apply, please contact a recruiting representative at 1-800-635-5461 or email accessibility@itron.com.

Responsibilities

Develop machine learning models and deploy them across various use cases. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design experiments and deliver scalable solutions that provide measurable business value.