Senior Solution Architect (m/f/d)

ABOUT US

At BASF Digital Hub Madrid we develop innovative digital solutions for BASF, create new exciting customer experiences and business growth, and drive efficiencies in processes, helping to strengthen BASF´s position as the digital leader in the chemical industry. We believe the right path is through creativity, trial and error and great people working and learning together. Become part of our team and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT

As part of BASF’s Data & AI Powerhouse within the Product Data Semantics team, you will play a pivotal role in managing and advancing our data semantics capabilities. Your work will focus on enhancing our Data Excellence architecture, including improvements on the Ontology Management Framework and Knowledge Graph Solution Stack as well as integrating them seamlessly with other platforms to support dynamic and insightful data interactions across BASF.

RESPONSIBILITIES

•    Contribute to the development of the Data Excellence architecture (Data Product Builder, Semantic Layer, connection of Ontology Management Framework, Graph Tech Stack, Data Catalog, Data Marketplace, … etc.)
•    Ensure seamless integration of Data Excellence components (e.g., OMF with the BASF Data Catalog), collaborating closely with the Product Owner and Solutions Architect.
•    Automate processes and workflows to streamline operations and synchronize data with connected systems.
•    Collaborate with the product team to gauge demand, devise new features, and implement solutions that facilitate dynamic data interactions.
•    Translate both functional and non-functional requirements into a cost-effective and efficient system architecture.
•    Continuously evaluate and integrate new technologies to enhance user experience and operational efficiency.
•    Design and implement solutions, ensuring high quality through adherence to best practices and comprehensive testing.
•    Develop and integrate advanced machine learning and AI models for enhanced information extraction, retrieval, and graph analytics.

QUALIFICATIONS

•    Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Mathematics, or a related field.
•    Senior experience in software engineering, data science, or AI engineering.
•    Strong programming expertise, preferably in Python; additional languages are a plus.
•    Experience with data management and storage technologies, preferably including NoSQL and graph databases.
•    Solid background in agile project management, with experience leading projects to successful completion.
•    Familiarity with Kubernetes, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure as code (e.g., Terraform).

BENEFITS

• A secure work environment because your health, safety and wellbeing is always our top priority.
• Flexible work schedule and Home-office options, so that you can balance your working life and private life.
• Learning and development opportunities
• 23 holiday days per year
• 5 additional days (readjustment)
• 2 cultural days
• A collaborative, trustful and innovative work environment
• Being part of an international team and work in global projects
• Relocation assistance to Madrid provided

At BASF, the chemistry is right.

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, on sustainable actions, and on connected thinking. And on you. Become a part of our formula for success and develop the future with us - in a global team that embraces diversity and equal opportunities irrespective of gender, age, origin, sexual orientation, disability or belief.