Application Developer

Kinder Morgan Inc.; Colorado Springs (CO); On-site; USD 104,000 - 182,000; Full time

Job summary

Kinder Morgan is seeking an experienced IT BI professional to develop and support BI, automation, and AI-enabled analytics across the KM Natural Gas unit. You will translate business requirements into technical specs, maintain solutions, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize processes and performance.

The role emphasizes independent work, strong analytical skills, and a commitment to continuous learning in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

• Advanced expertise in SQL, Power BI, SSRS, Excel, and Python.
• Proven ability to write, analyze, and maintain complex SQL, DAX, and Python scripts, and to learn and develop within new tools, such as Palantir Foundry.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work in deadline-driven, high-pressure environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing.

Responsibilities

• Gather, interpret, and translate business requirements into technical specifications for new and existing solutions, including bolt‑on applications, system interfaces, reporting, data aggregation and transformations, enterprise data modeling, and business analytics tools.
• Support existing solutions (SSRS, Power BI, Excel, SSIS) and collaborate on future enterprise BI and data analytics solutions in collaboration with the IT AI‑BI Team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical and business process issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Maintain current documentation for all supported solutions and processes.
• Ensure solutions align with organizational strategy, IT standards, and security policies.
• Partner with a variety of business and IT groups—including Commercial, Contract Administration, Nominations/Scheduling, Gas Control, System Design, Account Services, Business Development, Financial Planning, Risk Management, DBAs, Infrastructure, Network Security, and others to design and support solutions.
• Provide clear communication and updates to management and stakeholders as needed.
• Identify opportunities for system optimization, process improvement, and cost reduction.
• Develop and refine procedures to improve system performance and meet evolving business needs.
• Maintain awareness of industry innovations, best practices, and emerging technologies applicable to BI, AI and automation.

Skills

SQL

Power BI

SSRS

Excel

Python

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, Mathematics, or a related field

Tools

Palantir Foundry

Job description

What We Are Looking For

The incumbent will report directly to the Director of IT Business Solutions and will be responsible for supporting and developing operational, commercial, and financial business intelligence (BI), business process/workflow automation, and predictive analytic solutions utilizing AI/ML technologies. The role, primarily focusing on the KM Natural Gas business unit, will require strong technical expertise, analytical ability, and the capacity to work independently on complex assignments.

What You Will Do

Solution Development & Support

• Gather, interpret, and translate business requirements into technical specifications for new and existing solutions, including bolt‑on applications, system interfaces, reporting, data aggregation and transformations, enterprise data modeling, and business analytics tools.
• Support existing solutions (SSRS, Power BI, Excel, SSIS) and collaborate on future enterprise BI and data analytics solutions in collaboration with the IT AI‑BI Team.
• Troubleshoot and resolve complex technical and business process issues, ensuring minimal disruption to business operations.
• Maintain current documentation for all supported solutions and processes.
• Ensure solutions align with organizational strategy, IT standards, and security policies.

Cross‑Functional Collaboration

• Partner with a variety of business and IT groups—including Commercial, Contract Administration, Nominations/Scheduling, Gas Control, System Design, Account Services, Business Development, Financial Planning, Risk Management, DBAs, Infrastructure, Network Security, and others to design and support solutions.
• Provide clear communication and updates to management and stakeholders as needed.

Process Improvement & Operational Excellence

• Collaborate with our business counterparts to Identify opportunities for system optimization, process improvement, and cost reduction.
• Develop and refine procedures to improve system performance and meet evolving business needs.
• Maintain awareness of industry innovations, best practices, and emerging technologies applicable to BI, AI and automation.

What You Need

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, Mathematics, or a related field.
• Advanced expertise in SQL, Power BI, SSRS, Excel, and Python
• Proven ability to write, analyze, and maintain complex SQL, DAX, and Python scripts, and to learn and develop within new tools, such as Palantir Foundry
• Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to diverse audiences.
• Ability to effectively prioritize work in deadline‑driven, high‑pressure environments.
• Demonstrated ability to work independently and as part of a collaborative team.
• Commitment to continuous learning and knowledge sharing.
• Ability to multitask, meet deadlines, and maintain a high standard of work quality.
• Strong adherence to IT standards, change management procedures, and best practices.
• High regard for personal and organizational safety.
• 5-7 years of relevant experience

*This role will be filled at the applicable job level of the successful candidate.

Pay Range

USD $104,000.00 - USD $181,800.00 /Yr.

Application Closing Date

10/14/2026

Why Join Kinder Morgan

Kinder Morgan is a large energy infrastructure company operating in North America. Access to reliable, affordable energy is a critical component for improving lives around the world. We are committed to providing energy transportation and storage services in a safe, efficient, and environmentally responsible manner for the benefit of the people, communities, and businesses we serve.

Kinder Morgan provides equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, childbirth and related medical conditions, gender (including gender identity and expression), sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, physical or mental disability, genetic information, marital status, military or veteran status, family status, status as an individual authorized to work in the U.S., or any other status protected by law.

For more information about Kinder Morgan, our culture, opportunities available, and to join our Talent Community, please visit our careers site at www.kindermorgan.com.