Senior Data Engineer

Aker BP aims to be the exploration and production company of the future by transforming the way we work and operate. We are setting new standards by focusing on safe production and low emissions in the oil and gas industry.

We have big plans– do you want to join us?

Data Delivery is vital to IT & Data Excellence function within the Digital Execution & Technology business units in Aker BP. We are responsible for competency, services, and resources as an excellence function.  The Data Delivery team contribute to enabling Aker BP to become a data-driven company by delivering industry-leading data capabilities across the entire value chain.  

Aker BP’s vision is to establish a Digital Twin for the operations of the Yggdrasil field. This digital twin is being built on Cognite Data Fusion (CDF) and custom code and pipelines through the Azure platform. An operational digital twin put strong requirements to the underlying data platform to provide reliable, trusted and governed data.

We are looking for a Senior Data Engineer to help develop our excellence-function to enable our teams to deliver the required reliable, trusted and governed data products. This role will be pivotal in establishing best practices, scalable architecture, and cross-team collaboration to ensure data products meet enterprise standards for quality, security, and usability.  Further, in this role you will also be part of the Yggdrasil data delivery team as a tech lead, working hands-on together with the wider team.   

Typical work tasks and experience can be:

• Experience delivering production-grade data pipelines using Python, SQL and Rest APIs
• Ability to guide the team in designing, building, and maintaining data pipelines and systems, focusing on quality, performance, and availability in alignment with defined standards, reference architecture and data delivery requirements.
• Proven ability to drive and manage end-to-end data delivery processes, including integrations, data extractions, modeling, and analysis—ensuring efficiency, accuracy, and alignment with business objectives and data governance standards.
• A DevOps mindset with hands-on experience in version control (Git), CI/CD pipelines, and deployment environments
• Ability to independently investigate and resolve complex data delivery issues, ensuring minimal disruption, root cause identification, and continuous improvement across data platforms  and processes.
• Professional experience with Azure (cloud services, deployment, data management)
• Preferably experience with Cognite Data Fusion (CDF)

Skills and qualifications:

• Minimum Master’s degree in relevant discipline. Relevant experience can compensate for formal education
• The successful applicant will be given the necessary training to succeed.
• Customer-focused mindset and strong ability to plan and prioritize  
• Fluent in English and Norwegian, both verbal and written

We think you will thrive in Aker BP if this resonates with you: 

• Our SAFER values are the foundation for everything we do. Working with us means identifying with being Seekers, Accountable, Foreseeable, Engaged and Respectful.
• Cooperation is the very core of Aker BP. Working with us means wanting to be part of our ONETEAM-culture.
• At Aker BP, we put safety first. When working with us, we expect you to do the same.
• You like to work in teams, and you are a good and effective communicator.
• You have an interest in how data can be made available, interpreted, visualized, and used as a basis for various recommendations and decisions.

Our commitment to you:

• We are convinced diversity is an important element for success, and everyone in Aker BP should feel involved, included, and respected.
• We want you to develop. That's why we are committed to providing you with varied experience and enhancing your expertise so you can build a CV for the future!
• We will offer you a competitive compensation package including a share savings program, and a solid pension scheme.
• We know that your health and a work-life balance are key factors for job satisfaction. That's why we have good cafeterias, work-out facilities, and flexibility - in working hours.
• If something should happen to you, we will make sure you get help from the company health service and our insurance programs.
• Our offices have a universal design – accessible for all.

Locations: Trondheim, Stavanger or Oslo. Please specify your preferred location in your application.  

Application deadline: 04.08.2025

Background checks will be performed, following consent from relevant candidates. We ask that you enclose your diploma/grade transcript with your application. Furthermore, an assessment of affiliation to high-risk countries is carried out as part of the recruitment process for all positions in Aker BP.

Contact information: Petter Bøe - petter.boe@akerbp.com