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Data Scientist - Wireline
Weatherford InternationalHouston, TX🇺🇸United StatesPosted 13 Aug 2026
Quick Overview
Work Type
Hybrid
Level
Mid Senior
Job Description
Job Description
Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly motivated Data Scientist to join our Sciences team. In this role, you will apply advanced data analytics, machine learning, and scientific modeling to solve complex problems related to downhole tools, signal processing, and formation evaluation.
The ideal candidate combines strong fundamentals in applied mathematics and data science with the ability to work in a cross-functional engineering environment.
Roles & Responsibilities
Experience & Education
REQUIRED
PREFERRED
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
REQUIRED
PREFERRED
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Job Purpose
We are seeking a highly motivated Data Scientist to join our Sciences team. In this role, you will apply advanced data analytics, machine learning, and scientific modeling to solve complex problems related to downhole tools, signal processing, and formation evaluation.
The ideal candidate combines strong fundamentals in applied mathematics and data science with the ability to work in a cross-functional engineering environment.
Roles & Responsibilities
- Design and develop data pipelines for cleaning, validation, and analysis of large datasets
- Analyze structured and unstructured data to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies
- Develop and deploy machine learning models and statistical algorithms
- Automate data workflows and analysis using modern programming tools
- Modeling & Technical Contributions
- Build predictive and physics-informed models to support tool development and characterization
- Work with simulation outputs and experimental data to improve system understanding
- Develop custom tools and frameworks for advanced analytics
- Collaboration & Delivery
- Partner with engineers, physicists, and product teams to translate business needs into analytical solutions
- Communicate insights and results effectively to technical and non-technical stakeholders
- Support project planning, technical documentation, and knowledge sharing
Experience & Education
REQUIRED
- Master's degree in applied mathematics, Data Science or Physics
- 5+ years' experience Data Science
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Excellent communication and presentation abilities
- Proficiency in managing and interpreting large datasets
- Experience with machine learning techniques
- Experience with statistical and data mining techniques
PREFERRED
- Experience using C, C++, Java, JavaScript, Python, R, SQL
- Expertise in areas such as formation evaluation, production logging and well integrity.
- 5+ years' experience in the Oil and Gas industry
- Knowledge of tool physics and tool characterization
- Ph.D. in applied mathematics, Data Science or Physics
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
REQUIRED
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills, with the ability to think critically and develop innovative solutions.
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
- Knowledge of industry standards, regulations, and best practices related to health, safety, and environmental compliance.
- Self-starter, Curious, ability to research independently and integrate knowledge from various sources into working solutions.
PREFERRED
- Active participation in technical societies, forums and open-source communities is a plus.
- Published technical papers, presented in industry conferences.
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Skills
SQL
Machine Learning
C++
Java
JavaScript
Python
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