Sr. Data Intelligence Specialist

The M+ Data Intelligence Specialist is responsible for developing, implementing, and optimizing artificial intelligence and data-driven solutions that support business objectives for Southwest Power Pool’s M+ Market Monitoring Unit. This role is crucial in leveraging data assets to drive innovation, improve efficiency, and inform strategic decision-making to support market monitoring functions. Specialists collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with organizational priorities.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, build, and maintain AI and data intelligence systems to solve business challenges, primarily leveraging SAS Viya as the core AI platform.
• Analyze and interpret complex data sets using statistical and machine learning techniques.
• Develop and deploy predictive models, algorithms, and data pipelines to support market monitoring and detect market manipulation.
• Work with IT Data Services to develop requirements and ensure ongoing support for the MMU’s data repositories.
• Collaborate with teammates to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications and facilitate build, implementation and maintenance of surveillance screens.
• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security throughout project lifecycles.
• Document technical processes and projects in support of knowledge sharing within the MMU.
• Lead the design and architecture of advanced AI and data intelligence solutions.
• Mentor and guide teammates, fostering skill development and best practices.
• Drive innovation by researching and implementing emerging technologies and methodologies.
• Communicate complex technical concepts to leadership and non-technical teammates.
• Establish and enforce standards for data governance and ethical AI usage.

• Bachelor’s Degree Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 7 years Data science or data analytics
• 7 years Database technology including SQL

Preferred Qualifications

• 4 years SAS
• 2 years Modeling data with Artificial Intelligence Machine Learning
• 5 years Energy markets
• SAS Viya
• Data modeling
• Oracle Exadata SQL

Other Requirements:

• Proficiency in programming languages such as SAS, Python, R, Java, etc. Strong SQL skills are required, with experience in SAS and Oracle Exadata highly preferred.
• Proficiency in project tracking tools such as Confluence and Jira.
• Experience with machine learning frameworks and data analytics tools.
• Strong understanding of statistics, data modeling, and database technologies.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
• Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.

• Competitive and transparent pay with bonus opportunities
• Excellent insurance package including three great medical plans to choose from, employer-paid short-term disability, long-term disability, and life insurance
• Relocation bonus (if applicable)
• Hybrid working environment for positions that are eligible
• Fantastic contributions to your retirement through a 401(k) savings plan with employer-match benefits and a pension (defined benefit plan) fully funded by SPP

PLEASE NOTE: This position may not be performed remotely from California or New York City, NY, nor can SPP sponsor employment visas or student-work authorizations (STEM OPT) for this position. Please ensure you are eligible to work in the U.S. without sponsorship prior to applying.

COMPENSATION INFORMATION The salary range(s) represents our good faith estimate for the role at this time. While we strive to provide competitive and transparent compensation, there may be circumstances where an offer is above or outside of the listed range. We are open to discussing salary expectations with qualified candidates considering factors such as the candidate’s qualifications, skills, competencies, experience and geographic location will all be considered during the hiring process.

Sr. Data Intelligence Specialist Salary range: $112,240 - $145,810

SPP is about more than power. We’re about the power of relationships. Our employees have the opportunity to work together to ensure electricity is delivered reliably and affordably to the millions of people living in our service territory. We have been voted one of Arkansas’ Best Places to work by Arkansas Business and we are looking for a member of our team who is passionate about our mission to keep the lights on!

We have a core ideology here at SPP that we stand by: Do the right thing, for the right reason, in the right way.

We believe in supporting our employees through a fantastic benefits package