Senior Digital Architect & Lift Applications Lead
Flogistix, Houston, TX, United States
Position Overview:
Flowco is seeking a Senior Digital Architect & Lift Applications engineer to drive the next generation of AI- powered production optimization tools for artificial lift innovation, and digital engineering platforms.
Candidate focus will be on deep domain expertise in artificial lift (Gas Lift, Plunger Lift, ESP, etc.), Full-stack software development, and AI/LLM-driven engineering workflows
The position will lead the design and deployment of intelligent production systems capable of analyzing, optimizing, and automating oil & gas well performance at scale, transforming Flowco into a technology-driven, data-first production partner.
Technology Development & Innovation
Contribute to R&D initiatives to expand application envelopes of Artificial Lift production and optimization platform technologies
Support development and field deployment of new systems and support of existing systems
Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive solutions
Participate in technical publications, industry conferences, and knowledge sharing
Work within multidisciplinary teams, Internal and External, including reservoir, production, development, sales and operations teams
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical training to sales and operations teams
Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Support strategic decision-making through technical expertise and data-driven insights
Key Responsibilities
Technical Authority & Domain knowledge and execution
Support the company's goals and objectives, helping lead the company's expertise in artificial lift production optimization
Provide technical oversight and execution on digital tools for well design, analysis, diagnostics, performance and production optimization
Helping drive advanced digital engineering analysis across the company's lift capabilities
Build upon the company's best practices for artificial lift system design, surveillance, and troubleshooting
AI & Digital Platform Development
Architect and lead development of AI-driven production optimization platforms
Build and deploy RAG-based engineering knowledge systems and LLM workflows
Integrate real-time data sources (SCADA, well tests, downhole gauges) into intelligent systems
Develop automated diagnostics, recommendations, and reporting engines
Software development and engineering Leadership
Lead and drive the development of production-grade engineering software platforms
Oversee architecture across:
Simulation engines
IPR and VLP analysis tools
Nodal analysis tools
Data pipelines and analytics systems
Guide development in C#, .NET, Python, SQL, and cloud-based environments
Ensure scalability, performance, and integration across Flowco's product lines
Product Innovation & Commercialization
Be part of a team that drives end-to-end lifecycle:
Concept, development & beta versions, testing, debugging, final versions, field deployment and commercial scaling
Identify and develop next-generation offerings in:
Gas Lift, Plunger Lift, ESP and other forms of lift optimization
Capillary + chemical injection integration
Downhole monitoring + analytics
Translate technical capabilities into revenue-generating products
Strategic Business & Client Engagement
Act as a trusted technical advisor to existing and potential company clients (operators, majors, independents)
Support technical proposals
Present innovations at industry forums, trade shows and conferences
Help position Flowco as a technology leader vs. traditional service provider
Innovation in AI + Engineering Convergence
Lead transition from:
Rule-based engineering systems → AI-assisted systems → LLM-driven reasoning platforms
Develop hybrid AI architectures combining:
Physics-based models
Expert systems
Machine learning / LLM reasoning
Build internal capabilities for AI-assisted engineering automation
Qualification Requirements Experience
20+ years of Artificial Lift (Gas Lift, Plunger Lift and ESP strongly preferred) and Production Engineering / Optimization.
Proven track record of Technology development and deployment, software system development, creation, AI
/ data-driven engineering solutions, execution and education.
Technical Expertise
Deep knowledge of:
Gas lift, Plunger Lift and ESP system design, diagnostics, and optimization
Nodal analysis, multiphase flow, and PVT behavior
Software development capability:
C#, .NET, Python, SQL, data systems
AI/ML experience:
RAG systems
LLM integration
Engineering automation workflows
Flowco is seeking a Senior Digital Architect & Lift Applications engineer to drive the next generation of AI- powered production optimization tools for artificial lift innovation, and digital engineering platforms.
Candidate focus will be on deep domain expertise in artificial lift (Gas Lift, Plunger Lift, ESP, etc.), Full-stack software development, and AI/LLM-driven engineering workflows
The position will lead the design and deployment of intelligent production systems capable of analyzing, optimizing, and automating oil & gas well performance at scale, transforming Flowco into a technology-driven, data-first production partner.
Technology Development & Innovation
Contribute to R&D initiatives to expand application envelopes of Artificial Lift production and optimization platform technologies
Support development and field deployment of new systems and support of existing systems
Stay current on industry trends, emerging technologies, and competitive solutions
Participate in technical publications, industry conferences, and knowledge sharing
Work within multidisciplinary teams, Internal and External, including reservoir, production, development, sales and operations teams
Mentor junior engineers and provide technical training to sales and operations teams
Manage multiple projects simultaneously in a fast-paced environment
Support strategic decision-making through technical expertise and data-driven insights
Key Responsibilities
Technical Authority & Domain knowledge and execution
Support the company's goals and objectives, helping lead the company's expertise in artificial lift production optimization
Provide technical oversight and execution on digital tools for well design, analysis, diagnostics, performance and production optimization
Helping drive advanced digital engineering analysis across the company's lift capabilities
Build upon the company's best practices for artificial lift system design, surveillance, and troubleshooting
AI & Digital Platform Development
Architect and lead development of AI-driven production optimization platforms
Build and deploy RAG-based engineering knowledge systems and LLM workflows
Integrate real-time data sources (SCADA, well tests, downhole gauges) into intelligent systems
Develop automated diagnostics, recommendations, and reporting engines
Software development and engineering Leadership
Lead and drive the development of production-grade engineering software platforms
Oversee architecture across:
Simulation engines
IPR and VLP analysis tools
Nodal analysis tools
Data pipelines and analytics systems
Guide development in C#, .NET, Python, SQL, and cloud-based environments
Ensure scalability, performance, and integration across Flowco's product lines
Product Innovation & Commercialization
Be part of a team that drives end-to-end lifecycle:
Concept, development & beta versions, testing, debugging, final versions, field deployment and commercial scaling
Identify and develop next-generation offerings in:
Gas Lift, Plunger Lift, ESP and other forms of lift optimization
Capillary + chemical injection integration
Downhole monitoring + analytics
Translate technical capabilities into revenue-generating products
Strategic Business & Client Engagement
Act as a trusted technical advisor to existing and potential company clients (operators, majors, independents)
Support technical proposals
Present innovations at industry forums, trade shows and conferences
Help position Flowco as a technology leader vs. traditional service provider
Innovation in AI + Engineering Convergence
Lead transition from:
Rule-based engineering systems → AI-assisted systems → LLM-driven reasoning platforms
Develop hybrid AI architectures combining:
Physics-based models
Expert systems
Machine learning / LLM reasoning
Build internal capabilities for AI-assisted engineering automation
Qualification Requirements Experience
20+ years of Artificial Lift (Gas Lift, Plunger Lift and ESP strongly preferred) and Production Engineering / Optimization.
Proven track record of Technology development and deployment, software system development, creation, AI
/ data-driven engineering solutions, execution and education.
Technical Expertise
Deep knowledge of:
Gas lift, Plunger Lift and ESP system design, diagnostics, and optimization
Nodal analysis, multiphase flow, and PVT behavior
Software development capability:
C#, .NET, Python, SQL, data systems
AI/ML experience:
RAG systems
LLM integration
Engineering automation workflows