Principal Analyst – Upstream Technologies

• Own and develop a differentiated research agenda covering AI, digital twins, cloud, edge computing, IoT, industrial data platforms and automation in upstream oil and gas
• Conduct primary research with oil and gas operators, technology vendors and industry experts
• Produce independent research on technology trends, vendor strategies, competitive dynamics and adoption patterns
• Translate technical developments into clear business and operational implications
• Assess digital technologies supporting exploration, field development, drilling, production optimization, asset reliability and remote operations
• Analyze deployment requirements including legacy-system integration, IT/OT convergence, data availability, connectivity, cybersecurity and operational resilience
• Build and maintain relationships with industry executives and technology providers
• Deliver insights through published reports, client advisory sessions, presentations and industry events
• Collaborate with analysts across 451 Research and S&P Global energy research teams
• Support commercial growth through research-led client engagement, sales collaboration, consulting and custom research opportunities

• 7+ years of relevant experience in the oil and gas sector
• Experience with oil and gas operators, oilfield service companies, technology providers, field experience, or sector coverage as an industry analyst, market researcher, trade publication editor or journalist
• Academic or professional background in engineering, computer science, energy studies, business, economics, journalism or a related discipline, combined with relevant experience or demonstrated interest in the oil and gas sector, energy markets and industry analysis
• Strong understanding of upstream oil and gas workflows, including exploration, field development, drilling, production and asset management
• Understanding of AI/ML, digital twins, cloud and edge computing, IoT, industrial data platforms or automation in oil and gas
• Ability to assess business value and deployment challenges
• Ability to conduct interviews and primary research, evaluate evidence and develop independent conclusions
• Strong writing and communication skills
• Ability to translate complex industry and technology topics into clear, actionable insights
• Ability to independently develop a research agenda, manage multiple deadlines and build productive relationships
• Preferred: experience evaluating or supporting digital technology deployments in oil and gas
• Preferred: established network of oil and gas operators, oilfield service companies, technology providers and industry experts
• Preferred: portfolio of published research, industry reporting or substantive analysis
• Preferred: experience presenting at industry conferences, briefing senior executives or delivering client advisory engagements
• Preferred: familiarity with upstream software and data ecosystems, including subsurface data platforms, operational data integration, industrial AI and digital twins
• Preferred: experience using industry datasets, survey research or financial and market intelligence
• Preferred: experience collaborating across research disciplines or supporting research-led commercial engagements
• Preferred: advanced degree in a relevant technical, business, energy or industry discipline

• Health care coverage designed for the mind and body
• Generous time off
• Continuous learning resources and career development opportunities
• Competitive pay
• Retirement planning
• Continuing education program
• Company-matched student loan contribution
• Financial wellness programs
• Family benefits and perks
• Retail discounts
• Referral incentive awards