Overview
On Site
USD 160,000.00 - 170,000.00 per year
Full Time
Skills
Decision-making
Public Relations
Collaboration
Geology
Educate
Reporting
Data Architecture
Optimization
Data Marts
Scalability
Data Flow
Leadership
Industry-specific
Data Warehouse
Data Modeling
SQL
ELT
Extract
Transform
Load
Data Integration
Python
R
Big Data
Meta-data Management
Data Quality
Management
Communication
Cloud Computing
Data Visualization
Analytics
API
Business Intelligence
Data Analysis
Data Management
Databricks
Microsoft SQL Server
Microsoft Azure
Data Lake
TIBCO Spotfire
Microsoft Power BI
Data Governance
Finance
Accounting
Marketing
Legal
Customer Support
Online Training
Artificial Intelligence
Insurance
.NET
Job Details
Description
Our client is currently seeking an IT Leader of Data Management reporting to the VP & Chief Information Officer in Midland, Texas. This position will be responsible for leading our data platform initiatives and championing the data infrastructure that enables data-driven decision making at PR. This leader will architect, build and maintain modern data platforms throughout our Exploration & Production oil and gas operations. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in data architecture, platform engineering and data flows. They will have exceptional leadership skills that allow them to influence, educate and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization. There is flexibility with the level and title of this role depending on the candidate's skillset, qualifications and capabilities.
General Responsibilities
Leadership
Partner with functional stakeholders (Geology, Engineering, Drilling, Completions, Finance, Accounting, HR, etc..) to improve operations and drive value through data
Educate stakeholders on data governance best practices and platform capabilities
Build inspiration and alignment to raise the bar on reporting, data quality and analytics across the organization
Lead, inspire and manage a team of high-performing data engineers, developers, automation specialists, analysts and data scientists
Foster a collaborative environment and encourage team members to stay current with evolving data architecture patterns, cloud technologies and industry best practices
Technical Platform Management
Drive implementation and optimization of our data platform stack including Databricks, Dagster, dbt, Power BI, and Spotfire
Lead the development and maintenance of enterprise data warehouse, data lake, and data mart infrastructure
Ensure platform reliability, performance, and scalability to meet growing business demands
Oversee complex enterprise data flows between applications, ensuring seamless integration across our technology ecosystem
Enterprise Data Governance & Quality
Establish and maintain enterprise data catalog and metadata management practices and lead data governance initiatives
Drive data quality improvements across the organization through platform excellence and automation
Promote data lineage and consistency standards across all enterprise data assets
Qualifications
9+ years in data analytics, business intelligence, or related roles
5+ years in a leadership or management capacity
Deep familiarity with upstream oil & gas operations, data types, and industry-specific challenges
Proven track record of building and leading technical teams in complex enterprise environments
Expert-level understanding of lakehouse architecture, data warehousing concepts, and enterprise data modeling
Hands-on experience with Databricks, Dagster, dbt, Power BI, and Spotfire
Strong command of SQL, ETL/ELT processes, data pipeline automation, and data integration patterns
Proficiency in Python, R, or similar languages for data platform development and automation
Experience with cloud-based big data platforms and modern data stack technologies
Expertise in data governance, metadata management, data lineage, and data quality tools
Proven ability to lead through influence in matrix organizations without direct authority
Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts for business audiences
Track record of building data literacy and promoting best practices organization-wide
Requirements
Cloud Technologies, Data Visualization, Analytics, API Development, Business Intelligence (BI), Data Analytics, Data Management, Databricks, Microsoft SQL, Azure Data Lake, Spotfire, Microsoft Power BI, Data Governance, Data Build Tool (DBT)
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
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Our client is currently seeking an IT Leader of Data Management reporting to the VP & Chief Information Officer in Midland, Texas. This position will be responsible for leading our data platform initiatives and championing the data infrastructure that enables data-driven decision making at PR. This leader will architect, build and maintain modern data platforms throughout our Exploration & Production oil and gas operations. The ideal candidate will have deep technical expertise in data architecture, platform engineering and data flows. They will have exceptional leadership skills that allow them to influence, educate and collaborate with stakeholders across the organization. There is flexibility with the level and title of this role depending on the candidate's skillset, qualifications and capabilities.
General Responsibilities
Leadership
Partner with functional stakeholders (Geology, Engineering, Drilling, Completions, Finance, Accounting, HR, etc..) to improve operations and drive value through data
Educate stakeholders on data governance best practices and platform capabilities
Build inspiration and alignment to raise the bar on reporting, data quality and analytics across the organization
Lead, inspire and manage a team of high-performing data engineers, developers, automation specialists, analysts and data scientists
Foster a collaborative environment and encourage team members to stay current with evolving data architecture patterns, cloud technologies and industry best practices
Technical Platform Management
Drive implementation and optimization of our data platform stack including Databricks, Dagster, dbt, Power BI, and Spotfire
Lead the development and maintenance of enterprise data warehouse, data lake, and data mart infrastructure
Ensure platform reliability, performance, and scalability to meet growing business demands
Oversee complex enterprise data flows between applications, ensuring seamless integration across our technology ecosystem
Enterprise Data Governance & Quality
Establish and maintain enterprise data catalog and metadata management practices and lead data governance initiatives
Drive data quality improvements across the organization through platform excellence and automation
Promote data lineage and consistency standards across all enterprise data assets
Qualifications
9+ years in data analytics, business intelligence, or related roles
5+ years in a leadership or management capacity
Deep familiarity with upstream oil & gas operations, data types, and industry-specific challenges
Proven track record of building and leading technical teams in complex enterprise environments
Expert-level understanding of lakehouse architecture, data warehousing concepts, and enterprise data modeling
Hands-on experience with Databricks, Dagster, dbt, Power BI, and Spotfire
Strong command of SQL, ETL/ELT processes, data pipeline automation, and data integration patterns
Proficiency in Python, R, or similar languages for data platform development and automation
Experience with cloud-based big data platforms and modern data stack technologies
Expertise in data governance, metadata management, data lineage, and data quality tools
Proven ability to lead through influence in matrix organizations without direct authority
Strong communication skills to translate technical concepts for business audiences
Track record of building data literacy and promoting best practices organization-wide
Requirements
Cloud Technologies, Data Visualization, Analytics, API Development, Business Intelligence (BI), Data Analytics, Data Management, Databricks, Microsoft SQL, Azure Data Lake, Spotfire, Microsoft Power BI, Data Governance, Data Build Tool (DBT)
Technology Doesn't Change the World, People Do.
Robert Half is the world's first and largest specialized talent solutions firm that connects highly qualified job seekers to opportunities at great companies. We offer contract, temporary and permanent placement solutions for finance and accounting, technology, marketing and creative, legal, and administrative and customer support roles.
Robert Half works to put you in the best position to succeed. We provide access to top jobs, competitive compensation and benefits, and free online training. Stay on top of every opportunity - whenever you choose - even on the go. Download the Robert Half app and get 1-tap apply, notifications of AI-matched jobs, and much more.
All applicants applying for U.S. job openings must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Benefits are available to contract/temporary professionals, including medical, vision, dental, and life and disability insurance. Hired contract/temporary professionals are also eligible to enroll in our company 401(k) plan. Visit roberthalf.gobenefits.net for more information.
2025 Robert Half. An Equal Opportunity Employer. M/F/Disability/Veterans. By clicking "Apply Now," you're agreeing to Robert Half's Terms of Use.
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