Solutions Architect - Oil and Gas Drilling Data Systems

NOV - Houston, TX

Full-time - Mid Level

Houston, TX

1,001-5,000 employees

Machinery Manufacturing

About the position

As a Solutions Architect at NOV, you will play a pivotal role in designing, implementing, and managing data integration solutions specifically for oil and gas drilling data systems. This position involves collaborating with both internal teams and external clients to ensure seamless integration of various software systems, thereby enhancing operational excellence and productivity in drilling operations.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and implementation of data integration solutions for oil and gas drilling data systems.
• Provide architectural guidance and technical leadership to internal teams and clients.
• Collaborate with clients and internal stakeholders to understand their business needs and technical requirements.
• Translate business requirements into technical specifications and integration plans.
• Develop comprehensive integration strategies and architectures that ensure seamless data flow between disparate systems.
• Design data models, schemas, and mappings to support data integration efforts.
• Oversee the implementation of data integration solutions, ensuring they meet quality, performance, and security standards.
• Provide ongoing support and troubleshooting for integration issues, both internally and for clients.
• Work closely with software development teams to ensure alignment between integration solutions and overall software architecture.
• Collaborate with clients' IT teams to facilitate smooth integration processes.
• Create detailed documentation for integration solutions, including architecture diagrams, data flow diagrams, and technical specifications.
• Maintain up-to-date documentation for ongoing support and future enhancements.
• Stay current with industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies related to data integration and the oil and gas sector.
• Propose and implement improvements to existing integration processes and solutions.

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Solutions Architect or similar role, with a focus on data integration and software systems.
• Strong understanding of oil and gas drilling data systems and industry-specific software.
• Proficiency in data modeling, ETL (Extract, Transform, Load) processes, and data integration tools.
• Experience with APIs, web services, and middleware technologies.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and the ability to troubleshoot complex integration issues.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure) is a plus.

Nice-to-haves

• Relevant certifications (e.g., TOGAF, AWS Certified Solutions Architect) are a plus.

Benefits

• Opportunities for advancement
• Competitive salary and benefits package
• Professional development and career growth opportunities