Data modeler

Do you want to be part of the transition to a zero-carbon economy? Buildings are responsible for 40% of the world’s energy footprint. Gridium makes SaaS software that helps people run their buildings better, at lower cost and with less energy.

Our products run on data. We ingest data from hundreds of sources so that we can analyze it, surface the most important information, and present it in beautiful and easy-to-use visualizations.

We're looking for a US-based data modeler who can help expand our services to new geographical territories. The role will focus on modeling utility pricing rules. Prices for electricity vary according to a complex set of rules designed to match supply and demand. It is critical for Gridium to accurately model these pricing rules so that we can precisely measure the savings from our customers’ energy efficiency efforts.

You will work with the product delivery team to expand Gridium’s geographic reach by modeling pricing rules from new utilities. Key responsibilities include:

• Reading utility rate documents to understand how utilities structure their pricing rules.
• Modeling utility pricing rules in spreadsheets and in a custom modeling language.
• Using example bills to validate our understanding of how utility pricing rules work.
• Documenting utility pricing rules clearly so that cross-functional teams including sales and customer success can better support customers.
• Managing a data capture team in their ongoing effort to update Gridium’s database of utility price information.

Requirements

Ideal candidates will meet the following requirements:

• College degree in a quantitative field.
• Excellent spreadsheet skills and a demonstrated ability to model complex domains in a way that lends itself to long-term maintainability.
• Some programming experience is required. Scripting languages such as JavaScript or even spreadsheet macros are fine.
• Strong communication skills, particularly in written communication.
• A love of working with numbers and strong attention to detail.

You do not have to have prior experience in energy or utility rates, although any such experience may be a plus. This is an entry level position for someone who is eager to learn.

Benefits

The position comes with salary, stock options, 401(k) match, a great health plan, vision, dental, generous parental leave, and a flexible vacation policy — we want you to take the time off you need so that you are happy and productive.

About Gridium

Gridium is a growing, venture-backed SaaS software provider for buildings. We serve buildings of every shape and size, deploying a range of statistical and machine learning techniques to help develop energy efficiency strategies, streamline operations, and delight tenants.

We are a distributed company, so all employees work remotely. Remote work allows us to find great people wherever they happen to be, and it allows you to structure your day flexibly and with minimal interruption so that you can get stuff done in the style that makes most sense for you.

Of course, spending time face-to-face is important, so once a quarter we pick a city and meet up for several days of highly productive and highly fun planning and doing (and eating and recreating). Past trips include Austin, Breckenridge, Chicago, New Orleans, San Diego, and more.

We have a casual work environment where everyone's ideas and opinions matter. We are committed to work-life balance and offer everyone opportunities to learn, experiment, and grow. Since creative, enthusiastic employees are the basis for our success, we take great care and pride in how we attract, hire, and support our employees.

And of course

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status.