Data Engineer

Are you ready to solve real-world problems at a scale?

We're not just moving data; we're fueling the future. In the dynamic world of energy, data is our most valuable resource. We are seeking a brilliant and driven Data Engineer to architect the data solutions that will redefine our industry. You will be at the heart of our mission, transforming a vast and exciting variety of datasets—from geological surveys to real-time sensor readings—into strategic assets.

As a Data Engineer on our team, you won't just be building pipelines; you'll be creating the central nervous system for our data-driven operations. Working with a modern tech stack in a hybrid on-prem and cloud environment, you will have the autonomy to design and implement innovative solutions to our most complex challenges. You will join a collaborative team of data scientists, location intelligence experts, and ML engineers, all dedicated to fostering a culture where data and analytics come first.

What You'll Do:

- Architect the Future: Design, build, and deploy scalable, robust data pipelines and architectures that are the lifeblood of our organization.

- Solve Complex Puzzles: Partner with stakeholders, data scientists, and analysts to understand their toughest questions and deliver elegant, high-impact data solutions.

- Master the Data Flow: Seamlessly integrate data from a multitude of sources (APIs, IoT, databases, flat files), ensuring world-class consistency, quality, and reliability.

- Automate and Empower: Develop sophisticated automation workflows and BI solutions that empower business users to make smarter, faster decisions.

- Be a Data Evangelist: Champion a data-first culture by mentoring others, contributing to our knowledge base, and advising on best practices for process automation and visualization.

- Stay on the Cutting Edge: Continuously explore, evaluate, and implement emerging technologies to keep our data ecosystem ahead of the curve.

Your Technical Toolkit:

- Industry domain knowledge: Demonstrated experience working with oil and gas industry datasets (e.g., well production, drilling, completions, SCADA, seismic), with the ability to architect scalable data solutions that align with domain-specific requirements and business objectives

- Data architecture: Architect and implement scalable, near real-time data streaming solutions using technologies such as Apache Kafka, Apache Flink, or Azure Event Hubs to support time-sensitive analytics and operational decision-making

- SQL Mastery: You write elegant and performant SQL, easily handling advanced joins, subqueries, aggregations, and complex functions.

- Python Proficiency: You're comfortable building with Python and its core data libraries (pandas, numpy, SQLAlchemy), including robust error handling and packaging.

- Cloud Expertise: You have hands-on experience in cloud environments (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and their native data services.

- Data Warehousing Knowledge: You've worked with modern platforms like Snowflake, Databricks, or BigQuery.

- ETL/ELT Fluency: You understand the modern data stack and have experience with tools like dbt, Airflow, Fivetran, Matillion, or SSIS.

- Bonus Points: Familiarity with query federation platforms (e.g., Denodo, Trino/Starburst) and relational databases (SQL Server, PostgreSQL).

Who You Are:

- A natural problem-solver with a meticulous eye for detail.

- An excellent communicator who can bridge the gap between technical and business teams.

- A collaborative spirit who thrives in a team environment but can also drive projects independently.

- Passionate about building things that last and have a tangible impact.

Typical Education: Bachelor’s degree in a related field is strongly preferred

Typical Experience: Minimum of 8 years of related experience preferred

If you're ready to take on a role with immense variety, technical depth, and the power to shape a global industry, we want to hear from you. Apply today!

* In addition to base pay, this position also has an annual cash bonus and long term incentive program

SM Energy offers competitive compensation and benefits programs which include, but are not limited to, variable pay, health care coverage, retirement plan, protection coverage, time off and leave programs, training and development opportunities and a range of allowances connected to specific work situations. Details are available at Careers :: SM Energy Company (SM) (sm-energy.com).

Applications will be accepted on an ongoing basis until the position is filled.