Performance Engineer

Position Title:
Performance Engineer

Reports to:
Head of DW Performance & Digital

Department:
Drilling

Location:
Kampala

Position Gap:
One

ACTIVITIES

The main responsibility of the position holder’s:

• Daily operational performance monitoring: prepare previous-day performance reviews and track performance objectives (KPIs) using digital tools.
• Postmortem benchmarking: Prepare phase performance reviews.
• Participate in the identification of potential operational phase enhancements and improvements.
• Document solutions and associated workflows.
• Design and build Digital tools using Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, Virtual Agents, AI Builder, and Custom Connectors.
• Collaborate with Drilling & Wells stakeholders (engineering, operations, management) to understand their requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Develop and implement custom applications, workflows, and dashboards to meet business needs, including AI and automation use cases.
• Integrate Power Platform solutions with other systems and applications, ensuring seamless data flow and interoperability.
• Conduct code reviews and ensure the quality and performance of solutions.
• Stay up-to-date with the latest features and updates in Microsoft Power Platform and related technologies.
• Educate other team members on Power Platform capabilities and best practices.
• Assist other team members in non-operational tasks with a strong management focus (budget, campaign calendar, fields operated by others)
• Regularly spend time on site to understand the operations performed, their constraints, the needs of the operational team and the efficiency of the work performed.

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCES

Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s-level education or/plus Drilling Academy training preferred

Experience:

• Microsoft Power Platform Solution Architect (PL600) certification is required and must be submitted along with the CV.
• Proven experience as a Power Platform Solutions Architect or similar role.
• In-depth knowledge of Microsoft Power Platform, including Power Apps, Power Automate, Power BI, Dataverse, Virtual Agents, AI Builder, and Custom Connector development.
• Experience with Azure services and other Microsoft technologies is a plus.
• Strong understanding of data integration, APIs, and connectors.
• Expertise in database development and management, with experience connecting to SAP
• Experience in an industrial and/or performance measurement and improvement role is desirable.
• Lean Management training is desirable.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.