Associate Data Scientist (AI and Energy Trading)- Houston, TX)

BASIC PURPOSE : As an Associate Data Scientist (AI) supporting Musket Corp’s energy trade floor (specializing in refined products), you will develop and deploy advanced AI and machine learning solutions that directly enhance trading performance, market analysis, and operational efficiency. This role blends cutting-edge AI innovation with real-world trading application—turning complex market, logistics, and pricing data into actionable intelligence. If you’re passionate about building technology that moves markets, challenges convention, and drives measurable business value, we encourage you to apply.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES :

AI & Market Analytics Development

Build and deploy machine learning models that support refined product trading decisions, such as price forecasting, flow prediction, arbitrage detection, and margin optimization.

Mine, clean, and analyze large datasets from diverse trading sources—market data feeds, vessel tracking, logistics, and inventory systems—to identify actionable patterns and insights.

Apply advanced statistical and AI methods (supervised / unsupervised learning, NLP, computer vision) to improve market understanding and risk management.

Partner with trading analysts and commercial leaders to translate business questions into scalable analytical solutions that improve profitability and trading agility.

Software & Modeling

Write clean, efficient, and production-ready code for model deployment, data pipelines, and algorithmic trading tools.

Design and implement scalable data science frameworks that integrate with trading systems, databases, and visualization platforms.

Continuously monitor, evaluate, and refine model performance to ensure reliability and alignment with changing market conditions.

Innovation & Collaboration

Stay ahead of emerging AI trends, open-source tools, and advanced analytics techniques relevant to commodities and financial trading.

Collaborate cross-functionally with traders, data engineers, and software developers to operationalize models and embed AI-driven insights into daily trading workflows.

Advocate for data-driven decision-making and help establish best practices for model governance, validation, and version control.

Other duties assigned as needed.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE :

Education :

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Data Science, Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or a related quantitative field required.

Graduate degree (Master’s or PhD) in AI, Machine Learning, or a related technical discipline is a plus

Experience :

Proven experience applying AI and machine learning techniques to solve real-world commercial or financial problems.

Exposure to or interest in energy trading, refined products, or commodityanalytics strongly preferred

Proficiency in Python and experience with core ML frameworks (TensorFlow, PyTorch, scikit-learn).

Working knowledge of at least one or more of the following : SQL, programming languages such as Java, C#, or C++.

Experience integrating data from market feeds, trade capture systems, or time-series databases is a plus

SKILLS AND PHYSICAL DEMANDS :

Skills :

Technical Skills :

Expertise in machine learning model development, optimization, and deployment.

Strong command of Python and data analysis libraries (NumPy, Pandas, SciPy).

Experience with big data platforms and cloud-based environments (AWS, Azure, Snowflake).

Ability to develop end-to-end solutions—from data ingestion to insight visualization—tailored to trading needs.

Commercial & Analytical Mindset :

Deep curiosity about energy markets and the global refined product value chain.

Ability to translate analytical findings into commercial insights that inform trading strategies.

Strong attention to detail, accuracy, and data quality.

Thrives in a fast-paced, trading-driven environment where priorities shift rapidly.

Collaborative, proactive, and results-oriented with excellent communication skills.

Typical Physical Demands :

Requires prolonged sitting, some bending and stooping.

Occasional lifting up to 25 pounds.

Manual dexterity sufficient to operate a computer keyboard and calculator.

Requires normal range of hearing and vision.

Why Join Us :

Cutting-Edge Environment : Be part of a forward-thinking team leveraging the latest technologies to drive business success.

Collaborative Culture : Work alongside data scientists, analysts, and business partners, fostering creativity and innovation.

Continuous Learning : Engage with a diverse range of projects and technologies, expanding your skills and expertise.

Job Function(s) : Corporate

Love’s has been fueling customers’ journeys since 1964. Innovation and perseverance continue to lead the way for the family-owned and -operated business headquartered in Oklahoma City with more than 40,000 team members in North America and Europe. The company’s core business is travel stops and convenience stores with more than 630 locations in 42 states. Love’s continues its commitment to offer products and services that provide value for professional drivers, fleets, four-wheel customers, RVers, alternative fuel and wholesale fuel customers. Giving back to communities Love’s serves and maintaining an inclusive and diverse workplace are hallmarks of the company’s award-winning culture.

The Love’s Family of Companies includes :

Gemini Motor Transport, one of the industry’s safest trucking fleets.

Speedco and Love’s Truck Care, the largest oil change and preventive maintenance and total truck care network.

Musket, a rapidly growing, Houston-based commodities supplier and trader.

Trillium, a Houston-based alternative fuels expert.

TVC Pro-driver, a commercial driver’s license (CDL) protection subscription service.

EOE-Protected Veterans / Disability