Senior Data Scientist - Dispatch

1d1 day ago

Flexa

Munich, DE · Full-time · €95,000 – €115,000

About this role

Senior Data Scientist role focused on dispatch optimization for Flexa's Virtual Power Plant and residential battery portfolio. The position centers on developing algorithms that improve aggregation, disaggregation, and real-time control of distributed energy resources in energy markets.

Day-to-day work involves modeling LP/MILP and MPC-style optimization problems, running experiments to evaluate dispatch policies, and attributing outcomes against forecasts and market behavior. Models move from research into production systems on AWS with monitoring and reliable engineering practices.

The role sits within a cross-functional team of data scientists and software engineers collaborating across Flexa's partner ecosystem. Work occurs in an office-first setup in Munich with emphasis on independent research and structured feedback processes.

Opportunities exist to guide junior colleagues through design and code reviews while advancing professional skills via an annual development budget. The position offers virtual share options and health or transportation subsidies.

Requirements

University degree in a data-driven or analytical field (Operations Research, Applied Mathematics, Computer Science, Physics, Energy Engineering, or similar quantitative discipline)
5+ years industry experience in applied data science
Mathematical optimization / OR experience with LP/MILP and MPC-style receding-horizon methods
Strong analytics and experimentation discipline including counterfactual and regret reasoning
Energy domain background in markets, batteries, and grid interactions
Proficiency in Python and software engineering practices including testing, CI/CD, monitoring, and modular code design
Proven track record of taking models from research into reliable production on AWS or comparable cloud
Cross-functional collaboration mindset across data scientists, software engineers, and partner-company stakeholders

Responsibilities

Research and develop algorithms that optimize utilization in the Virtual Power Plant through smarter aggregation, disaggregation, and dispatch
Model, implement, and iterate on real-time dispatch optimization and control problems for Flexa's residential battery portfolio
Design and run experiments to evaluate dispatch policies and attribute outcomes against forecasts and market behaviour
Take models from research into reliable production: implement, deliver, and monitor well-engineered, data-driven solutions in real-time systems on AWS
Guide and develop more junior colleagues through design review, code review, and structured feedback