Sr. Data Scientist

Ecopetrol S.A. is an integrated oil and gas operator and the largest company in Colombia. It participates in all segments of the hydrocarbon chain: exploration, production, refining and commercialization. With 67 years of history, its extraction fields are in the center, south, east and north of Colombia.

It has two refineries (Barrancabermeja and Cartagena); three ports for the export and import of fuels and crude oil and two maritime terminals. It also owns most of the oil pipelines in Colombia that intercommunicates production systems with large consumption centers and maritime terminals. It has a stake in the biofuels business and has a presence in Brazil, Peru, Mexico and the Gulf of Mexico in the United States.

Ecopetrol’s shares are listed on the Colombian Stock Exchange and its ADRs are listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The Republic of Colombia is the majority shareholder with an 88.49% interest.

Ecopetrol is currently exploring the opportunity to engage in the exploration and development of unconventional resources. By doing so, Ecopetrol will balance its upstream portfolio with short-term hydrocarbons and add diversification from a geographical and play perspective with access to light oil and gas.

Moreover, engaging in unconventional opportunities outside of Colombia will allow Ecopetrol to learn the nuances of exploring and operating unconventional resources.

Rodeo is a Joint Venture (JV) between Occidental Petroleum and Ecopetrol in the Midland Basin, Texas, United States to develop unconventional resources. Oxy will operate the holdings based on a field development plan agreed upon by both companies. Ecopetrol will actively engage in the operations through the management team to build a robust understanding of unconventionals and provide oversight to the operations.

The Role

The ECP Permian Sr. AI & Data Scientist will work within the ECP Permian team to identify key value drivers within large, highly complex, multivariate development datasets.

The primary objective is to accelerate insight generation beyond traditional workflows while maintaining adherence to fundamental principles of physics and statistics. The role will involve a broad range of responsibilities, with the successful candidate expected to play a key part in shaping technical workflows and establishing best practices that deliver long-term value to the organization.

Strong collaboration across disciplines and levels, along with an enthusiastic team-oriented mindset, will be essential to success in this role.

The position will be located in Houston, Texas, United States. The position will initially report to and be evaluated by the Data Analytics Team Lead, within the Subsurface Team.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop advanced analytics and machine learning models to identify key drivers of productivity
• Lead and transfer knowledge in data-driven subsurface evaluation, integrating physical characterization with advanced diagnostics (e.g., RTA, simulation) to reduce forecast uncertainty
• Oversee NoviLabs machine learning–driven development optimization projects
• Collaborate with ECP Permian team leads, managers, and staff to gather and validate critical technical data inputs
• Identify, troubleshoot, and resolve data quality and integration issues
• Design and implement integrated data pipelines and automated workflows across databases
• Support optimization of field development plans through data-driven insights
• Quantify and communicate uncertainty in EUR estimates within analytics workflows
• Develop and implement depletion analysis methodologies in collaboration with the team
• Build, enhance, and steward data management tools and processes

Qualifications

• Bachelor of Science degree in Petroleum Engineering, Earth Science, or related field required
• Minimum of 10 years of experience in the oil and gas industry required
• Advanced working knowledge of statistics, machine learning & multivariate techniques required
• Knowledge of third-party data source systems (e.g. Enverus) required
• Prior experience in data analytics and dealing with large data sets preferred
• Proficiency with SME data delivery & software platforms preferred
• Excellent MS Excel skills & Spotfire expertise preferred
• Familiarity working within multidisciplinary teams required
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills required

Key Competencies

• Mid-level, high performing and/or high-potential employee (>= 10 years of experience)
• Proficient in the English and desire to learn Spanish languages (written and oral)
• Interest in pursuing longer-term career in Ecopetrol
• Strong interpersonal skills, confidence, and ability to work well with diverse personalities and work force
• Articulate, effective and persuasive in verbal and written communication
• Curious mind with an ability to ask great questions
• Thinks outside the box with a passion for exploring and building knowledge
• Resilient (adaptable and dynamic)
• Passion for knowledge transfer and people development
• Drives for results that significantly impact company performance with a sense of urgency
• Embraces change and enjoys challenges
• Welcomes new ideas & explores different approaches
• Excellent organization and time management skills
• Ability to work effectively and coordinate activities across disciplines

Organizational Competencies

Team Spirit - Working with others towards achieving the goals of Ecopetrol Permian. Keeping the commitments agreed upon, actively participating, and proactively sharing knowledge and information to learn and grow as a team; shaping and promoting synergistic work between the different areas as part of the culture of Ecopetrol Permian.

Passion for Excellence - Working through processes, with operational discipline, giving the best of oneself to achieve outstanding results, continuously improving and innovating.

Commitment to Life- Acting to ensure a healthy, safe, and clean environment in daily activities, putting the integrity of the people, the environment, and the community as a priority value. It involves identifying and assessing risks in advance and implementing actions necessary to eliminate, control, or reduce them.

Business Ethics - Creates a culture that fosters high standards of integrity and honesty; holds self and others accountable for rules and responsibilities.

Communications - Exhibits good listening and comprehension. Expresses ideas and thoughts in written form. Expresses ideas and thoughts verbally. Keeps others adequately informed. Selects and uses appropriate communication methods.

Equal Opportunity Employment: All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, national origin, disability, veteran status, or other legally protected status.