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Esmira Rafigayeva

Baku,BA

Summary

Accomplished Sr. Data Manager at bp with expertise in data management and visualization. Proven ability to enhance data quality and streamline processes using VBA programming. Strong collaborator, effectively engaging with cross-functional teams to drive successful data product delivery. Committed to continuous learning and applying advanced analytical skills to achieve impactful results.

Overview

21
21
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

Sr. Data Manager

bp
Baku, Baku
08.2023 - 06.2025
  • deepened my expertise in SS&Wells data types and honed my skills in loading data into Petrel, while also leveraging my knowledge of VBA macros to enhance my work within the Squad.
  • Exceptional collaboration and communication skills, engaging with various assets to make informed decisions on data analysis acceptance.
  • strong commitment to continuous learning, refreshing my GIS skills through a training course on Spatial Data Science and Applications

Skills: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Visual Basic for Applications (VBA), Microsoft Copilot.

Data Manager - Sr. Data Manager

bp
Baku, Baku
03.2020 - 08.2023
  • Data Manager in Global Team: From August 2022: Working in Well Data Delivery Squad as a Data Manager/Product Specialist.
  • Well, delivery-related data products development
  • Support the team members in progressing with the delivery of data products.
  • Work on reshaping non-drilling surprise data available in the BP cloud system. Work with the end users on Pore Pressure and Fracture Gradient data harvesting/mining. Work on Distinct Permeable Zone business data model enhancement.

    March 2020 - August 2022:
  • Data Manager in Stratus Data Squad:
  • disk space management in BP Stratus (Subsurface Cloud Computing project) using Blueback Tracker.
  • Support OSDU Forum activities as a BP representative.
  • Coordinate data flow scope for upcoming milestones. Contribute to the successful completion of the next milestones.
  • bp OSDU project - tested DM tool on Delfi

Skills: Leadership · Postman API · OSDU · Blueback

Subsurface Information Management Specialist

bp
Baku, Baku
06.2018 - 03.2020
  • Responsible for providing technical and data management support to a subsurface team or function, supporting the team to ensure information is fit for purpose, discoverable, and accessible, and supporting the development, execution, and supervision of plans.
  • Actively seeking to improve data quality, standards, and completeness.
  • Using analytical tools (Python, Excel) and technologies, and identifying opportunities for their use; 3D/2D visualization and display of different data types; different digital subsurface data access, retrieval, provision, manipulation, reformatting, QC, and loading/exporting using PC and Linux-based systems.
  • Planned and real-time (24/7) data management processes follow up.
  • ArcGIS Pro mapping and statistical analysis.
  • Skillful in subsurface applications - Petrel/Studio, Landmark/OpenWorks, SDE, Spotfire, GIS systems, etc.; loading, managing, and reformatting different data types.
  • Linux disk space usage management - TreeSize Professional, FME, shell console scripting.
  • Part of the Incident Management Team - support the IMT Team as a GIS technical specialist.

Skills: Python (programming language), Microsoft Excel, Petrel, Linux, ArcGIS products, Spotfire, Treesize, IMT, FME, shell console.

Geoscience Technologist

bp
Baku, Baku
01.2008 - 06.2018
  • Manage well databases: load and extract all kinds of well data to OW/Techlog databases.
  • Realtime operations - keep under control data streams from Rig to OW/Techlog databases, and assure well properties are assigned to the well pre-spud. Fix issues with the real-time data if they appear.
  • Post-drill data management - perform all main steps from "spud to final" for new drilled wells - load final data (survey, logs, lithology, casings, tops, completion, pressure, fluids data) to both databases according to standards.
  • Data visualization and data QC in relevant databases.
  • Data search and retrieval includes log and other digital subsurface data using PC and Linux-based systems, ensuring knowledge of systems and system integration.
  • Considering the wide diversity of data types and formats, ensure that the right data is being used by teams for different purposes, discussions, and provided for the different needs.
  • ArcGIS mapping.
  • Post-drill, planned, and real-time data management. Skillful in subsurface applications - Landmark/Openworks, Spotfire, Techlog, RMS, EV, CoVIZ, Petrel, etc.; skillful in oil industry formats - .las, .dat, .dlis, .mxd, .lyrx, etc.; loading, managing, and reformatting different data types.
  • Trainee Offshore Well Site Geologist.

Skills: OpenWorks · Techlog · Realtime operations · RMS · EV · CoViz · Wellsite Geologist

Technical Assistant/Rig Scheduler

bp
Baku, Baku
08.2006 - 01.2008
  • Undertake data analysis, subsurface data QA/QC.
  • Engaged in the rig scheduling process - Microsoft Project.
  • Prepare technical drawings, datasheets, and documents (end-of-well reports) under the direction of the engineers.
  • Develop and maintain technical databases and spreadsheets.
  • Advanced use of e.g. Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Word, and MS Project.
  • Skillful in subsurface applications - Landmark/Openworks, Spotfire, etc.; Skillful in oil industry data type formats, loading, managing, and reformatting different data types - .las, .dat, .dlis, .mxd, etc.
  • Organized and detail-oriented, able to multitask and prioritize. Able to work in a team, as well as independently; IT-literate

Skills: Microsoft Office · Primavera

Volunteer

Baku State University (American Study Center)
Baku, Baku
09.2004 - 05.2006
  • Meet the guests from the USA and make the appropriate arrangements.
  • Followed directions from supervisors and completed tasks within appropriate timeframe.
  • Collaborated with others by contributing time, effort and skills to achieve the organization's goals.
  • Provided assistance to the quests in the daily operations of the organization.
  • Attended weekly meetings to discuss progress and future initiatives.

Education

Certificate of Technical Studies - Drilling Technology

OPITO Oilwell Drilling School
Remote
01-2009

Master of Science - Region's Study (Caucasus)

Baku State University
Azerbaijan, Baku
06-2008

Skills

  • Data management
  • Data visualization
  • Data analysis
  • Spatial data analysis
  • VBA programming
  • Project Management
  • Wellsite Geology
  • GIS

Certification

  • Cybersecurity identity and access solutions with Azure AD
  • Leading people and teams
  • Project leadership: prioritizing, managing risks, evaluating
  • ChatGPT voice-powered chatbot built with React and FastAPI
  • Learn SQL with Databricks
  • AI for everyday life
  • ChatGPT for beginners: Sci-Fi writing with DALL-E
  • Gpt vision: seeing the world through generative ai
  • Generative AI: Prompt engineering basics
  • ChatGPT for beginners: Save time with Microsoft Excel
  • Leadership skills
  • DevOps on AWS and project management
  • Renewable energy technology fundamentals
  • Introduction to responsible AI
  • Spatial Data Science and Applications
  • Introduction to data analytics for business
  • Types of conflict
  • Databases and SQL for data science with Python
  • Introduction to relational databases (RDBMS)
  • Python project for data engineering
  • Python for data science, AI, and development
  • Introduction to data engineering
  • Managing data analysis
  • Programming for everybody (getting started with Python)
  • Microsoft 365 Copilot learning Microsoft 365 Copilot

Languages

Azeri
First Language
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Russian
Advanced (C1)
C1

Timeline

Sr. Data Manager

bp
08.2023 - 06.2025

Data Manager - Sr. Data Manager

bp
03.2020 - 08.2023

Subsurface Information Management Specialist

bp
06.2018 - 03.2020

Geoscience Technologist

bp
01.2008 - 06.2018

Technical Assistant/Rig Scheduler

bp
08.2006 - 01.2008

Volunteer

Baku State University (American Study Center)
09.2004 - 05.2006

Certificate of Technical Studies - Drilling Technology

OPITO Oilwell Drilling School

Master of Science - Region's Study (Caucasus)

Baku State University
Esmira Rafigayeva