Data Scientist

Data Scientist – Advanced Metering Infrastructure (AMI) Analytics

Locations (Multiple): Qualified candidate can report to ANY of these 3 locations.

Alabama Power Company Corporate Headquarters – Birmingham, AL

Georgia Power Company Corporate Headquarters - Atlanta, GA

Mississippi Power Corporate Headquarters - Gulfport, MS

Job Summary:

The Data Scientist within APC Power Delivery’s AMI Analytics team plays a strategic role in advancing data-driven decision-making and operational efficiency across business units. This position blends analytical depth, technical expertise, and business insight to deliver scalable AI solutions that support AMI initiatives. The successful candidate will lead data science efforts, assess feasibility of advanced analytics use cases, and establish robust frameworks for AI deployment and monitoring within the AMI data domain.

Key Responsibilities: AI/ML Strategy & Use Case Development

• Identify and evaluate AI/ML opportunities aligned with AMI business objectives.
• Stay current on emerging technologies and educate the team on their practical applications.

Algorithm Design & Model Optimization

• Develop and refine machine learning models to solve complex problems using enterprise-scale data.
• Continuously adopt new tools and techniques to enhance model performance and scalability.

Framework Development & MLOps Integration

• Architect and implement an AMI-specific AI development framework under the AMI Governance Committee.
• Integrate MLOps practices for seamless cloud deployment, monitoring, and lifecycle management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to provision ETL workflows and CI/CD pipelines.

Documentation & Reporting

• Produce clear, comprehensive documentation to support transparency, reproducibility, and stakeholder communication.

Collaboration & Mentorship

• Partner with end-users to understand analytical needs and co-create data-driven solutions.
• Mentor team members to foster skill development and promote a culture of continuous learning.

Job Requirements: Education & Experience

• Master’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, Data Analytics, Data Science, Machine Learning, or Artificial Intelligence.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a technically focused, data-driven environment building supervised and unsupervised Machine Learning models.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:

• Programming & Data Engineering: Proficient in Python and R; working knowledge of Spark, Pandas, T-SQL, and PL-SQL.
• Model Development: Skilled in building predictive and prescriptive models, feature engineering, and ML algorithms.
• Cloud & Integration: Experience with Azure-based ML deployment, data migration, and integration across diverse datasets.
• Generative AI & LLMs: Familiarity with Generative AI and Large Language Models; hands-on experience is a plus.
• Debugging & Optimization: Strong analytical skills for monitoring and troubleshooting data pipelines and solutions.
• Communication & Influence: Ability to translate technical concepts into actionable business insights and influence decisions across organizational levels.
• Consulting & Collaboration: Proven ability to work cross-functionally and deliver strategic recommendations through data storytelling.
• Learning & Adaptability: Self-driven learner with awareness of industry trends and emerging technologies.
• Multitasking & Prioritization: Capable of managing multiple projects, adapting to shifting priorities, and delivering results in a dynamic environment.

Behavioral Attributes:

The ideal candidate will embody Southern Company’s core behaviors of Unquestionable Trust, Superior Performance, and Total Commitment, and demonstrate:

• Innovation and results orientation
• Strategic thinking with an enterprise mindset
• Commitment to continuous improvement and development of others
• Strong partnership-building skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Decisiveness and agility
• High ethical standards
• Being on-site at the HQ office 4 days a week.

Alabama Power provides safe, reliable, and affordable electricity to 1.5 million customers across the lower two-thirds of Alabama.

For more information, visit www.AlabamaPower.com and connect with the company on Facebook (Facebook.com/AlabamaPower), Twitter (Twitter.com/AlabamaPower), LinkedIn (Linkedin.com/company/alabama-power), and Instagram (Instagram.com/alabamapower).

Southern Company (NYSE: SO ) is a leading energy provider serving 9 million customers across the Southeast and beyond through its family of companies. Providing clean, safe, reliable and affordable energy with excellent service is our mission. The company has electric operating companies in three states, natural gas distribution companies in four states, a competitive generation company, a leading distributed energy solutions provider with national capabilities, a fiber optics network and telecommunications services. Through an industry-leading commitment to innovation, resilience and sustainability, we are taking action to meet customers' and communities' needs while advancing our goal of net-zero greenhouse gas emissions by 2050. Our uncompromising values ensure we put the needs of those we serve at the center of everything we do and are the key to our sustained success. We are transforming energy into economic, environmental and social progress for tomorrow. Our corporate culture has been recognized by a variety of organizations, earning the company awards and recognitions that reflect Our Values and dedication to service. To learn more, visit www.southerncompany.com .

Southern Company invests in the well-being of its employees and their families through a comprehensive total rewards strategy that includes competitive base salary, annual incentive awards for eligible employees and health, welfare and retirement benefits designed to support physical, financial, and emotional/social well-being. This position may also be eligible for additional compensation, such as an incentive program, with the amount of any bonus/awards subject to the terms and conditions of the applicable incentive plan(s). A summary of the benefits offered for this position can be found here https://seo.nlx.org/southernco/pdf/SOCO-Benefits.pdf . Additional and specific details about total compensation and benefits will also be provided during the hiring process.

Southern Company is an equal opportunity employer where an applicant's qualifications are considered without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other basis prohibited by law.

Job Identification: 16309

Job Category: Data Analytics

Job Schedule: Full time

Company: Alabama Power