What are the responsibilities and job description for the Principal Data Scientist and Lead Innovator position at Laredo Petroleum?
Company : Vital Energy, a forward-focused digital upstream oil and gas enterprise.
About Vital Energy :
Based in Tulsa, OK, Vital Energy stands as a paragon of innovation within the upstream oil and gas sector. As a nexus between state-of-the-art technology and energy resource management, we have transformed the paradigm of operational efficacy through our innovative approaches. Not just a name, but a movement within the industry, Vital Energy epitomizes cutting-edge innovation, setting standards, and leading the charge with solutions that chart the future.
Our E&P Approach
In every aspect of our operations, we strive to optimize capital efficiency, so we can develop more assets, provide more jobs and bring more energy to the world to positively impact more lives. We continually refine our portfolio of holdings, acquiring acreage with high oil cuts and divesting lower-margin assets. We seek to create efficiencies in our approaches to drilling, completions, crews, materials, transport, and all other facets of our business. In the end, Vital Energy produces something beyond oil and gas. We create value for our stakeholders, and for every human empowered by the energy we help to bring forth.
High productivity, every acre
Vital Energy acquires and develops oil and gas resources in the largest and most productive hydrocarbon region in the world, the Permian Basin. We focus on this thriving area because it best meets our goal to make energy plentiful and accessible to humanity, responsibly, over the long term. While our current holdings are fully within the Permian, our acquisition and development strategy considers all high-margin assets that can help sustain our business and fuel our purpose.
Better decisions through digital
Vital Energy embraces digital transformation like no other company in our space. We believe the potential for profound progress in our industry is limitless. This is our mindset. And it has spurred us to make several high-impact advancements. A few highlights include :
- Dynamic Routing | Using AI algorithms, we optimally route lease operators to the highest value opportunities in the field.
- Emissions Prevention | Computer vision and thermal cameras detect flaring and venting events, prompting fast remediation and prevention of further releases.
- Optimal Chemical Usage | Water rates are fed to the cloud and IoT devices automatically adjust chemical injection rates.
- ESP Well Optimization | AI algorithms automatically adjust back pressure, pump speed and other settings to maximize production and well life.
This is just the beginning. We see immense opportunities to harness the power of data to drive efficiency, improve decision-making, so we can produce more energy in better ways to sustainably power our planet.
Why Choose Vital Energy?
Role Description :
As the Principal Data Scientist, you will be responsible for designing and implementing advanced analytical models and algorithms to extract valuable insights from large and complex datasets, enabling data-driven decision making across various business functions. You will collaborate closely with cross-functional teams to identify and prioritize analytical opportunities, working closely with business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into actionable data science projects. Additionally, you will lead a team of data scientists, providing technical guidance and mentoring, while staying up-to-date with the latest trends in data science and incorporating them into our processes. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in statistical modeling and data analysis, along with expertise in programming, machine learning, and data visualization tools. If you are passionate about leveraging data to drive meaningful impact and have a proven track record of delivering actionable insights, we welcome you to join our team and help shape the future of our company.
At Vital Energy, you will be more than just a Data Scientist. You'll be at the heart of a team shaping the future of the oil and gas industry. Step into our world in Tulsa, and together, let's revolutionize the energy landscape.
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Compensation :
Salary is commensurate with experience.
Working Conditions :
Work is normally performed in a climate-controlled environment, where exposure to conditions of extreme heat / cold, poor ventilation, fumes and gases is very limited. Noise level is moderate and includes sounds of a normal office environment. No environmental hazards are encountered in performance of normal job duties.
Physical Demands :
Work normally requires finger dexterity and eye-hand coordination to operate computer keyboard at moderate skill level. Work may require occasional pushing, pulling, or carrying 20-pound objects such as files, documents, boxes, etc. Work involves sitting most of the time, but may involve standing and walking for brief periods. Travel is occasionally required.
Equal Opportunity Employer / Protected Veterans / Individuals with Disabilities
The contractor will not discharge or in any other manner discriminate against employees or applicants because they have inquired about, discussed, or disclosed their own pay or the pay of another employee or applicant. However, employees who have access to the compensation information of other employees or applicants as a part of their essential job functions cannot disclose the pay of other employees or applicants to individuals who do not otherwise have access to compensation information, unless the disclosure is (a) in response to a formal complaint or charge, (b) in furtherance of an investigation, proceeding, hearing, or action, including an investigation conducted by the employer, or (c) consistent with the contractor's legal duty to furnish information. 41 CFR 60-1.35(c)
