JUNIOR DATA SCIENTIST - Dubai, UAE

Location: Dubai, UAE (We provide visa sponsorship & relocation assistance)
Starting salary of USD ‎60,000 per annum + performance based bonus' - ‎0% tax
environment.
About Cobblestone Energy
Cobblestone Energy is an energy trading company specialising in the Great
Britain and European wholesale electricity markets. Founded in ‎2017, we are
part of the next generation of companies defining the future of global
commodity trading.
We make use of advanced data analytics and extensive research to drive
profitable decision making, trading enough electricity every day to power a
small country, and growing every day. In doing so, we help to balance the
electricity grid, lowering the cost to end consumers, and aiding the
transition to a renewable future. Technology and risk management form the
backbone of our business.
At Cobblestone Energy, we are a diverse team of over ‎50 people from ‎20+
nationalities - we believe in hiring extraordinary talent from all around the
world. Our flat organizational structure helps us in giving our team members
complete ownership of the work and ensures ideas come from every level. We
believe in providing unlimited growth opportunities to our people alongside
constant feedback and support, which allows us to cover our vulnerabilities
and grow as a team in new and interesting ways. With the right performance and
potential, you could be managing the power desk for an entire country within
eighteen months in your role. Come join our dream team!
Cobblestone Values
* Lifelong learning with continuous reflection
* Independent thinking through a meritocracy of ideas
* The team is more important than the individual.
* Being the best in any market we enter
* Hiring and keeping only the most effective people
* Others must benefit from our existence.
What we offer in this role
* A full-time position on our Commercial team
* Committed and remarkably talented colleagues.
* Highly competitive compensation dependent on performance
* An exciting, challenging and fulfilling career.
* Investment in your development to ensure that you always remain the best in business.
* Equity participation for strong contributors, ensuring our interests are all aligned long term.
Do you have a passion for data and a solid foundation in mathematics and
computer science? If you are a recent graduate or early career professional,
Cobblestone Energy, a high-speed energy trading company in Dubai, is looking
for you to join us as a Junior Data Scientist. Help drive informed decision
making throughout the organization.
As a Junior Data Scientist at Cobblestone Energy, you will play a critical
role in supporting our energy trading operations. You will be responsible for
collecting, cleaning, analysing, and interpreting large datasets to uncover
trends, patterns, and insights that will drive our business decisions. You
will also have the opportunity to develop predictive models to forecast energy
prices and trends and collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement
data-driven solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
* Developing deep understanding of the industry and delivering key insights by analysing data
* Forecasting different fundamentals such as wind power generation and demand
* Researching and implementing new trading strategies
* Building and developing new or existing data infrastructure
Your background:
* Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Statistics, or a related field
* Strong proficiency in programming languages such as Python and R
* Experience with data analysis and manipulation tools such as Pandas, NumPy, and SQL
* Knowledge of data visualization tools such as Matplotlib and Seaborn
* Experience that demonstrates your team-oriented, innovative, and strategic working styles.
* Pro-active and flexible work mentality
* Interest in data-driven trading
* Fluency in English, both written and spoken.
About the Role: This is an exciting opportunity for a Junior Data
Scientist to join a growing and innovative energy trading company. You will
have the opportunity to work on challenging projects, gain valuable industry
experience, and develop your skills in a supportive and dynamic environment.
The Hiring Process
Your application will undergo evaluation, followed by psychometric tests, a
trading simulation, a research project, and remote interviews. Successful
candidates will then be extended an offer to join our Dubai office as full-
time Commercial Graduates through our Commercial Development Program (CDP). We
will cover all relocation expenses, including flights, visas, housing, and
necessary paperwork. The CDP provides a comprehensive rotational experience in
data science, trading, and analytics, with guidance from our experienced
commercial team. Throughout the program, you will receive mentorship and
training in market fundamentals, leading to the development of strong
analytical skills. Upon completion of the program, you will be a Junior Data
Scientist
If you are eager to learn, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and are
passionate about using data to drive business decisions, we want to hear from
you! Apply now and take the first step in your career as a Junior Data
Scientist at Cobblestone Energy.