Principal Analyst - Upstream Technologies
Core
Lead independent research on digital technologies (AI, digital twins, cloud, IoT) in upstream oil and gas, translating technical developments into actionable business insights for clients.
Role type
Principal Analyst (Upstream Digital Technologies)
Builds
Independent research reports, client advisory sessions, and industry presentations on technology trends and vendor strategies.
Domain
Upstream Oil & Gas / Digital Transformation
Deliverable
dashboards & analysis
Required skills
Upstream oil and gas workflows, digital technologies (AI/ML, digital twins, cloud, edge, IoT), primary research, independent analysis, technical writing, stakeholder relationship building
Preferred skills
Digital technology deployment experience, established industry network, published research portfolio, executive presentation experience, upstream software/data ecosystem familiarity
Technologies
AI/ML, digital twins, cloud, edge computing, IoT, industrial data platforms, automation
Responsibilities
Develop research agenda on digital tech in upstream, conduct primary research with operators and vendors, produce independent research on trends and vendor strategies, assess deployment requirements (integration, cybersecurity), build industry networks, deliver insights via reports and advisory sessions, collaborate with market intelligence teams, support commercial growth
Seniority
Principal, strategy & mentorship
