EcoFactor based in Redwood City, CA is a well funded (A stage) startup that is in the forefront of the Green Energy movement. We are setting the standard in the SaaS/Cloud solution to the energy question that confronts our country as well as the world. We have come up with highly innovative solution to manage residential HVAC allowing significant savings in energy bills by optimizing the use of energy for homeowners. Today's thermostats allow people to program or remotely manage their home thermostat.
EcoFactor's solution automates these actions while adding intelligence gathering data every day about your home building a custom energy profile. By utilizing Hadoop and other big data methods to analyze data EcoFactor's solution automatically optimize the use of energy!. Through Channel Partners our innovations reduces the carbon footprint and allow homeowners significant savings. EcoFactor also won the grand prize in the 2009 Cleantech Open national business competition, the largest of its kind, in recognition of its tremendous consumer value. Take advantage of this early stage start-up!
Sr Quantitative Analyst (Local Candidates Please) strong skills in statistics, datamining, or machine learning are highly desired for this role
Description
EcoFactor is seeking an experienced Quantitative Analyst to join its technology team. Our SaaS platform consists of patent-pending algorithms that analyze data from a large-scale data warehouse and optimize energy efficiency strategies for individual customers. Successful candidate must be a self-starter, problem solver and team player.
Responsibilities
Develop algorithms to optimize complex and personalized energy efficiency strategies
Derive software solutions using contemporary computing languages with appropriate mathematics libraries or packages
Mine and analyze large-scale data to establish a data warehouse for business intelligence analytics and reporting
Build and refine models of thermal systems using mathematical modeling methods and tools
Work collaboratively with software engineers to provide functionality requirements for integrating analytics modules with the SaaS system
Serve as a technical advisor to product development staff on product features related to algorithms and analytics
Requirements
Expertise in a wide range of numerical methods, including pattern recognition and machine learning
PhD in statistics, applied mathematics, physics, operations research, mechanical engineering, electrical engineering, or related field (or MS with equivalent experience) 4+ years of experience is desired
Expertise in processing and analysis of large datasets using contemporary tools and methodologies
Experience in object-oriented programming (such as Java, Python) is a definite plus for this role
Proficiency with databases, data warehousing and data mining
Proficiency with statistical software (such as R, S-plus)
Desirable (but not required)
Experience in building's thermal modeling and simulation (such as Matlab)
Experience in managing complex R&D projects
Working knowledge of distributed computing technology (such as Hadoop)
Knowledge of HVAC mechanics
Ecofactor is setting the pace for clean, affordable energy and efficient usage of HVAC in the market. Our cloud based SAS solution clearly addresses some of the major issues in the world energy market. We offer highly competitive compensation package, benefits, and equity in our valuable enterprise. Please send your information to herbnj@gmail.com
