Data Scientist

Post Date

Jan 24, 2025

Location

Houston,
Texas

ZIP/Postal Code

77002
US
Jul 31, 2025 Insight Global

Job Type

Contract

Category

Database Administrator (DBA)

Req #

HOU-758135

Pay Rate

$52 - $65 (hourly estimate)

Job Description

One of Insight Global's clients in the Oil and Gas industry is looking to hire a Machine Learning Engineer within their Optimization group. This team is dedicated to optimizing field operations and production through systems and software. This person will be involved in various projects related to optimizing production volumes, drilling processes, environmental planning, and more. The team currently has a backlog of projects, and the Machine Learning Engineer will be responsible for building ETL pipelines and inference pipelines for those projects. This position is an open ended contract, with consistent new projects and the potential to convert to a permanent employee. This person must be willing to work onsite in Downtown Houston 5 days / week.

Based on knowledge and years of experience, this position offers an hourly pay rate range of $55-73/hr.

We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day. We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters. Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or recruiting process, please send a request to HR@insightglobal.com.

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Required Skills & Experience

Bachelor's Degree in Data Science, Computer Science, Petroleum Engineering, Applied Mathematics, or related field
2-4 years of experience in Machine Learning Engineering
Experienced in product deployment
Knowledgeable in Linear Regression models
Experience with high frequency data processing
Experience with Docker and Kubernetes
Knowledgable in GitHub actions and advanced CI/CD workflows
Experience with Linux
Experience with Python Programming Language

Nice to Have Skills & Experience

Experience with AI
Experience in the Oil and Gas Industry
Background in software development

Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching. Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.