Ofgem plays a vital role in ensuring that households and businesses across Great Britain can rely on safe, affordable and environmentally sustainable energy. As the energy system becomes more complex and the transition to Net Zero accelerates, high-quality data, analytics and evidence-driven decision-making are more important than ever. Within Digital, Data and Security Services (DDSS), we are strengthening our data capability to help Ofgem respond to emerging challenges, deliver better outcomes for consumers and support the transformation of the energy sector.
As Principal Data Scientist, you will play a key role in advancing Ofgem's data science capability. You will develop advanced analytical products, statistical models and data-driven insights that support decision-making across the organisation. Working with colleagues from across Ofgem, you will identify opportunities where data science, machine learning and AI can deliver value, helping to ensure that robust evidence sits at the heart of policy, regulation and operational decision-making.
This is a highly collaborative role that combines technical expertise with leadership, innovation and stakeholder engagement. You will work closely with business teams, analysts, data engineers and product specialists to translate complex problems into practical analytical solutions. Alongside delivering high-value projects, you will help shape best practice and contribute to the growth of Ofgem's wider data science community.
This role is ideal for someone who enjoys solving challenging problems using data and analytics. You will apply a range of statistical, machine learning and data science techniques to help Ofgem better understand consumers, markets and regulatory risks, supporting decisions that have a direct impact on the energy sector and the UK's transition to Net Zero.
You will work with colleagues across the organisation to embed data science into business processes, strengthen analytical capability and promote data-driven ways of working. The role offers a mix of hands-on technical delivery, stakeholder engagement, innovation and leadership.
