Kforce has a client in Utah County that is looking for a Senior Data Scientist to lead data-driven initiatives that optimize and enhance system performance, reliability, and scalability. Summary: In this role, you will play a key part in leveraging advanced analytics to improve energy management and customer experiences. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to develop, deploy, and integrate machine learning models and strategic insights into our existing systems, helping shape the future of energy optimization.* Graduate degree in a quantitative field (Math, Statistics, Engineering, Computer Science) or equivalent experience * 5+ years of professional experience in data science, analytics, or related fields * Strong experience working with timestamped event data and data transformation techniques * Experience with Spark for big data processing * Experience with data visualization tools (Matplotlib, Seaborn, Tableau) and dashboarding platforms * Hands-on experience with advanced data models, machine learning, and A/B testing * Expertise in machine learning, statistical modeling, forecasting, and energy analytics (or similar fields) * Proficiency in Python and associated ML/data science frameworks * Strong problem-solving and critical-thinking skills * Proven ability to work across teams and effectively communicate insights Nice to Have: * Experience with text analytics, natural language processing (NLP), and large language models (LLMs) * Familiarity with Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and cloud-based ML solutions