Imaging Geophysicist

BP PLC; Hampstead; Hybrid; GBP 75,000 - 100,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hybrid work options

Relocation assistance negotiable

Job summary

BP plc is seeking an Imaging Geophysicist to tackle challenging subsurface imaging problems within Upstream R&D. You will work with the Imaging Technology team and CHPC, handling big data, seismic simulations, and stochastic methods.

The role emphasizes communicating results to business units and shaping a vision for future imaging capabilities. The ideal candidate holds a PhD in geophysics or related fields, with strong programming skills (Python, C/C++, CUDA, FORTRAN) and experience in signal

Qualifications

• Advanced degree (PhD) in geophysics or related field with strong CS elements.
• Experience with modern digital signal or image processing.
• Knowledge of deblending, sparse inversion, and sampling theory.
• Hands-on coding experience in Python, C, C++, CUDA, and FORTRAN.
• Familiarity with Git and ML/AI/data analytics is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop and apply imaging algorithms for subsurface seismic data.
• Collaborate with imaging experts and CHPC teams.
• Write code and build technical solutions to implement ideas.
• Communicate complex results to business units.
• Explore Big Data challenges and visualization of results.

Skills

Python

C++

CUDA

FORTRAN

Signal processing

Geophysical imaging

ML/AI

Seismic imaging

Git

Statistical inference

Education

PhD in geophysics

Strong CS element

Tools

Git

HPC environments

GPU computing

High-performance computing

Job description

## Imaging GeophysicistApply: This position is a hybrid of office/remote working: United Kingdom - Sunbury: Full time: Posted Today: End Date: November 18, 2026 (7 days left to apply): RQ117003**Entity:**Technology**Job Family Group:**Subsurface Group**Job Description:***Please note that roles based out of SJS or Sunbury will move to Timber Square, Southwark, from Q4 2027* We are looking for an Imaging Geophysicist who is passionate about solving complex subsurface imaging challenges for bp’s upstream business. This role is ideal for an innovative problem solver who enjoys collaborating with leading imaging experts. You will join bp’s Imaging Technology team, a recognized leader in seismic acquisition and imaging technology, within Upstream R&D, where the mission is to drive innovation for the upstream business. We do this by inventing new ideas, building new products, providing technical expertise, and supporting business units to help solve their near, mid, and long-term challenges. The Imaging team works very closely with the Centre for High-Performance Computing (CHPC), which is home to our on-prem super-computing facilities and a team of computational scientists. You will work towards cutting edge challenges that involve acquiring unique datasets, solving inverse problems, performing seismic wave simulations, signal processing tasks, developing stochastic algorithms, and estimating uncertainties. We are looking for someone who not only excels at these tasks but can communicate complex information to our business units and build a vision for the future - someone who can process complex information, be creative and has ideas on visualizing and communicating the same. This position offers excellent opportunities to work with a lot of data (“BIG” data in both static and streaming senses), a lot of computers and challenging business problems. **What you will deliver*** Quickly getting up to speed with the existing technology & frameworks* Finding opportunities that can have groundbreaking business impact* Writing code, building, and applying technical solutions to bring your ideas to life* Staying inquisitive and being creative* Collaborating with scientists from different subject areas **What you will need to be successful (experience and qualifications)*** Advanced degree (PhD) in in a relevant field, e.g. geophysics, physics, applied mathematics, with a strong computer science element, statistics & other numerical disciplines* Experience with developing algorithms such as modern digital signal or image processing* Knowledge of blended acquisition, deblending, novel signal reconstruction and sparse inversion techniques* Good appreciation of sampling theory and views on resolution limitations* Experience with signal and noise separation in data processing* Experience with geophysical imaging, inverse problems, optimization theory, signal processing and statistics* Practical hands-on experience in developing code – Python, C, C++, CUDA and FORTRAN, and familiarity with code management systems such as Git* Experience with acquisition methods, survey design, or operations would be advantageous* Experience with ML/AI and data analytics a plus. **Why join our team?**We support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and exciting environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to crafting an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly.There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits can include flexible working options, collaboration spaces in a modern office environment, and many others benefits!bp is committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require any reasonable adjustments or accommodations during the application or interview process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your needs.**Apply now!****Travel Requirement**Up to 10% travel should be expected with this role**Relocation Assistance:**Relocation may be negotiable for this role**Remote Type:**This position is a hybrid of office/remote working**Skills:**Basin resource evaluation, Basin resource evaluation, CO2 utilisation and storage, Cost-conscious decision-making, Data Analysis, Data Management, Depletion and Storage Development Planning, Depositional framework, Fluid Properties, Geodesy and coordinate integrity, Geohazard Assessment, Geological Reservoir and Storage Unit Modelling, Geophysical surveillance, Geospatial data visualization, Integrated Resource Progression, Integrated Well Delivery, Petroleum Systems Analysis, Petrophysical Dynamic Reservoir Description, Petrophysical Seismic Lithology and Fluid Prediction, Petrophysical Seismic Reservoir Characterisation, Research and Development, Reservoir quality, Resource, Reserves Estimation and Storage Volume Assessment, Rock Properties Framework, Seismic Acquisition {+ 8 more}.Future Location Notice: This role will start in Sunbury, London. bp has announced a planned office move to Timber Square, London, with all positions currently advertised in Sunbury, including this one, expected to relocate around Q4 2027-Q1 2028. This presents an exciting opportunity for all employees and leaders to come together in one London location. The specific date of the move will be confirmed closer to the time.