I am a strategic and technically adept project leader with extensive energy sector experience spanning data management, subsurface operations, and digital transformation. I excel at guiding cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. I enjoy bridging technical expertise with stakeholder engagement to unlock value from subsurface and operational data, drive agile practices, and optimise governance and workflows for better collaboration and performance.

Esmira GULIYEVA

I am a strategic and technically adept project leader with extensive energy sector experience spanning data management, subsurface operations, and digital transformation. I excel at guiding cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements. I enjoy bridging technical expertise with stakeholder engagement to unlock value from subsurface and operational data, drive agile practices, and optimise governance and workflows for better collaboration and performance.

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I am a strategic and technically adept project leader with extensive energy sector experience spanning data management, subsurface operations, and digital transformation. I excel at guiding cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, data-driven solutions that align with business objectives and regulatory requirements.

I enjoy bridging technical expertise with stakeholder engagement to unlock value from subsurface and operational data, drive agile practices, and optimise governance and workflows for better collaboration and performance.

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Experience Level

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Work Experience

Data Manager – Sr. Data Manager/Squad Lead/Product Specialist/Team Lead at bp
January 1, 2025 - October 13, 2025
Led global subsurface data management and delivery across multiple squads, optimizing workflows and automation while ensuring stakeholder alignment. Validated curated CGG/Viridien datasets, extracted data via SQL from Postgres, and coordinated seamless loading. Stepped in as Squad Lead to align data acceptance criteria and standardize workflows. Drove delivery of well-related data products, reshaped non-drilling datasets in cloud, and enhanced the Distinct Permeable Zone data model. Supported OneData Geophysics via zgy2vds conversion and QC scripting; evaluated OSDU OAK and provided product feedback. Managed disk space and cost savings using Blueback Tracker; contributed to three OSDU Forum milestones on time. Participated in bp Copilot to shape AI adoption strategies for future data management.
Subsurface Information Management Specialist at bp
January 1, 2020 - October 13, 2025
Provided technical and data management support to ensure subsurface data accessibility, high quality, and fit-for-purpose use. Managed disk space with TreeSize, FME, and shell scripting. Supported 24/7 data workflows and served as GIS technical specialist on the Incident Management Team.
ACG Petrotechnologist/Data Manager at bp
January 1, 2018 - October 13, 2025
Led subsurface data migration during BP’s transition from Landmark to Schlumberger, ensuring integrity and visualization of real-time well data in Studio/Petrel for West Chirag and ACG/SD operations. Administered Studio databases, supported well planning and 3D visualization; monitored 24/7 data streams; enabled seamless access, QC and integration of diverse subsurface data formats across PC/Linux systems. Played a pivotal role in transferring ArcGIS mapping capabilities to Baku; assigned to CRI well drilling.

Education

M.Sc. Region's Study (Caucasus) at Baku State University - Azerbaijan
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Certificate of Technical Studies: Drilling Technology at OPITO Oilwell Drilling School
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Geology Study - Remote Fieldtrip at Birkbeck University
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025

Qualifications

M.Sc. Region's Study (Caucasus)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Certificate of Technical Studies: Drilling Technology
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025
Geology Study - Remote Fieldtrip (Isle of Skye)
January 11, 2030 - October 13, 2025

Industry Experience

Energy & Utilities, Professional Services, Software & Internet