Product Manager - Geophysics

Cegal; Greater London; On-site; GBP 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global geoscience company is seeking a Product Manager in London to define the strategy for geophysics solutions. This role requires 8+ years in applied geophysics and involves defining product vision, analyzing market trends, and engaging with customers. The company emphasizes flexible work culture and professional development opportunities, valuing diversity and employee well-being. If you're passionate about technology and innovation, consider joining this team.

Benefits

Professional development opportunities

Flexible work environment

Social clubs and activities

Qualifications

• 8+ years' experience in applied geophysics with an E&P focus.
• Proven track record in quantitative interpretation.
• Experience in product management or technical sales is an advantage.

Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product vision and strategy.
• Build and maintain a long-term roadmap.
• Engage with customers to validate priorities.

Skills

Technical understanding

Stakeholder management

Market analysis

Communication

Education

Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in geophysics or related discipline

Tools

Cloud-based geoscience platforms (e.g., OSDU)

Job description

Product Manager

Cegal is evolving its Geoscience portfolio with a strong emphasis on geophysics solutions, including Blueback Avary, Blueback Rock Physics, and Blueback Well Ties. These products enable advanced subsurface interpretation and quantitative workflows for the energy industry. We are looking for a Product Manager to define the future strategy of this portfolio, ensuring our solutions deliver measurable value and remain aligned with market needs.

In this role, you will be the strategic link between geoscientists, software engineers, and commercial teams. Your focus will be to turn complex geoscience challenges into innovative, scalable software products.

Key Responsibilities

• Define and communicate product vision and strategy aligned with Cegal’s goals.
• Build and maintain a long-term roadmap.
• Analyze market trends and competitor offerings to identify opportunities.
• Engage with customers to validate priorities and understand pain points.
• Prioritize development based on strategic impact and customer value.
• Develop business cases for new features and products.
• Drive go-to-market plans, including positioning and pricing.
• Collaborate with Sales and Marketing for successful launches.
• Support technical sales and deliver product training.
• Represent Cegal at industry events and conferences.

About You

You combine technical understanding with strategic and commercial perspectives and thrive in cross‑functional environments. You are have a genuine interest about geoscience technology and creating products that make a difference. You likely have:

• Advanced degree (MSc or PhD) in geophysics or related discipline preferred.
• Extensive experience in applied geophysics, ideally 8+ years, with an E&P focus.
• Proven track record in quantitative interpretation (e.g., seismic conditioning, inversion, rock physics).
• Product management or technical sales experience is an advantage.
• Familiarity with cloud‑based geoscience platforms (e.g., OSDU) is desirable.
• Strong understanding of seismic interpretation workflows and reservoir characterization.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.

Why us?

Because at Cegal — You matter. You will be seen, heard, and appreciated in an inclusive company where you can be your true self. We are problem solvers who don’t hide behind technical jargon and fancy buzzwords. Instead, we make the complicated easy to understand and turn complexity into digital success stories. We call that being Fuss Fighters. You will work with Super Skilled colleagues and experience how our diversity encourages creativity, innovation and knowledge‑sharing. We are passionate about technology and have a culture of learning from others, sharing knowledge and growing.

We are dedicated to creating a work culture that is flexible, accommodating, and inclusive of diverse needs. A balanced approach to work and personal life leads to happier and more productive individuals. We prioritize employee well‑being and support work‑life balance. You give and receive—you matter.

What’s in it for you?

Working in Cegal you have great opportunities for professional development and social engagement:

• Career paths – Advance your career with trainee programs, mentorship, growth dialogue.
• Influence – Ideal company size – global impact, yet room for you to stand out and make a difference.
• Professional growth – Benefit from a training budget and dedicated time for learning and growth, while enjoying access to digital courses and our very own certification center.
• Fun at work – 870+ employees, 20+ social clubs, including football, game nights, wine tasting, and company trips.
• Technology – We are passionate about new tech. Test the latest technologies and learn how to implement them in real‑world scenarios.
• Work‑life balance – Enjoy a supportive and flexible work environment that enables you to thrive both professionally and personally.
• Social impact – Support diversity in the tech industry through our humanitarian and advocacy programs or platinum partnership with the Oda Network.

Visit our careers page: https://www.cegal.com/en/careers/working-at-cegal

Location

London

Contact

Joachim Croft Guslund, Talent Acquisition Specialist – [phone]

This is a direct Company recruitment. We will not accept applications or candidates via employment agencies. As a candidate you will need to have a valid working visa for the UK. Cegal does not sponsor visas. Finalist candidates will be asked to consent to a background check according to our security routines. We will ask all candidates to disclose potential ties to high-risk and sanctioned countries.