Airswift is looking for a general director to work on a permanent contract in villahermosa, tabasco, mexico, with a leading technology company serving the oil & gas sector.
this executive will lead the strategic operation and development of a high-performance organization focused on delivering software, data analytics, field engineering, and real-time monitoring solutions for upstream energy operations. The role demands strong leadership, technical depth, and a proven ability to scale innovation across complex environments.
job responsibilities
* define and execute the company's technological vision aligned with oil & gas business objectives
* oversee software development, data science, field operations, and real-time monitoring teams
* promote a culture of innovation, collaboration, and technical excellence
* establish and monitor kpis across technology and operational projects
* ensure robust software architecture, agile development, and scalable digital solutions
* supervise big data infrastructure, predictive analytics, and reporting systems
* coordinate field engineering operations, including equipment functionality, connectivity, inventory, and technical support
* lead remote monitoring of drilling operations, logistics control, and client reporting
* represent the company in strategic client meetings and technical-commercial boards
* translate client needs into actionable technical and operational solutions
* manage end-to-end project execution, ensuring delivery on time, within budget, and to quality standards
* evaluate and integrate emerging technologies to maintain competitive advantage
* oversee cybersecurity, data governance, and regulatory compliance
* drive continuous improvement and operational excellence across all technical domains
job qualifications
education:
bachelor's degree in systems engineering, computer science, petroleum engineering, electronics, or related field. Master's in technology management, energy, or mba preferred.
experience
* minimum 20 years in technical roles within the energy sector
* at least 8 years in executive leadership positions
* proven experience managing multidisciplinary teams and complex projects under pressure
technical knowledge
* software architecture and agile methodologies
* big data, analytics, and distributed systems
* field it infrastructure (sensors, connectivity, telemetry)
* drilling operations and real-time monitoring
* project management frameworks (agile, devops, pmp preferred)
* strategic thinking, negotiation, and communication skills
desirable
* international experience or exposure to global clients
* familiarity with oil & gas safety and operational regulations
* ability to scale technology solutions across multiple assets or regions
about airswift
airswift serves as a strategic partner to our clients in stem industries. We offer a turnkey workforce solution to acquire, mobilize, and employ top talent in over 70 countries. With 800 employees in over 60 offices worldwide, 7,000 contractors, and a candidate database of 1.5 million specialists, our geographical reach and pool of available talent, experience, and expertise is unmatched in the industry.
we are proud to serve as a trusted advisor to clients looking to expand their operations internationally and offer employer of record services, payroll outsourcing, as well as hr consulting.