Data Scientist Energy (m/f/d)

Key Skills

Algorithms, Business Process Management (BPM), Data science techniques, Data Visualization, Effective communication skills, Environmental, Finance, Optimization

Job Description

who we are 

We are O2 Telefónica – with our mobile brands we connect millions of people and offer our customers mobile freedom in the digital world. In addition, as a leading telecommunications provider, we play a key role in shaping digitalization in Germany. Our approximately 7,400 employees in this country are driving the transformation forward every day – including in our own company.

Telefónica is one of the top employers in Germany and is part of the global telecommunications group Telefónica SA with more than 110,000 dedicated employees worldwide.

Become part of our unique team and let’s make a difference together!  

What's waiting for you

• Independent development of prediction models for energy demand and consumption, as well as for price developments on the energy market, including the development of optimization algorithms
• Responsible for collecting energy company information and applying machine learning techniques to recognize energy-related data patterns and develop solutions
• Create data visualizations and reports to communicate key insights and recommendations, including creating KPIs
• Independent forecast and budget tracking for energy supply including risk assessments and target/actual deviation analyses, as well as regular review and coordination of purchase quantities and price suggestions with the respective energy suppliers
• Optimization of existing work processes and further development of controlling systems for forecast and budget tracking for energy supply
• Project management of small or sub-project management of larger projects in the responsible subject area with regard to energy topics (e.g. PPA), energy efficiency, new technologies or planning the energy budget
• Contact person for team members and other departments if you have technical questions about the area of ​​activity

What you bring with you

• Studies in energy technology, industrial engineering or economics with a focus on energy markets, energy and environmental management or a comparable qualification
• Min. 5 years of relevant professional experience in the field of energy management and/or finance
• Detailed knowledge of environmental and energy management and an affinity for technical topics
• Analytical mindset with a foresight into cross-team business processes and company procedures
• Very good negotiation and communication skills, responsible and results-oriented way of working with a high level of initiative
• High commitment and willingness to perform, commitment, proactivity and flexibility
• Strong agile mindset and willingness to take responsibility and make decisions 
• Very good Microsoft Office knowledge
• Very good knowledge of German and English, both spoken and written

What we offer you

Modern, flexible working environment: Work wherever you want within Germany. Whether in the home office or one of our offices. We offer you maximum flexibility to organize your working day.

Further training & development: Everything you need for your individual growth path. With a personal development plan, learning journeys and the possibility of job rotations, you will achieve your goals with us - in accordance with our guiding principle “connect, learn and move2grow”.

Financial advantages: A smartphone for business and private use as well as the ability to use credit to support partners, friends and family is a matter of course for us. You also benefit from a variety of corporate benefits.

Health: Our “Feel Good” program ensures that you feel well. Among other things, we offer fitness courses, nutritional advice and offers to improve workplace ergonomics and work-life balance.

Social commitment: We are also committed outside the company boundaries. You can support social projects through volunteering days/holidays or fundraising runs.

How to apply and what else you should know 

Convince us with your meaningful CV and accompanying certificates. You don't need a letter of motivation or cover letter with us. Please note that applications are only possible via our applicant portal and applications sent via email cannot be considered. 

Do you have questions about our application process and are you interested in further information about the position? Then please contact our recruiting team (de-recruiting@telefonica.com).