IT Architecture Tooling Platform Specialist

Digital Hub Kuala Lumpur attracts, inspire and develop diverse talents who will elevate BASF’s digital journey.

As one of the world’s largest chemical companies, BASF is on a mission to create chemistry with a sustainable future. The Digital Hub Kuala Lumpur, alongside four other Digital Hubs across the globe are part of the technology powerhouse driving our vision. Join our organization and make an impact in an inclusive and diverse work environment. We value individual differences and provide opportunities for you to contribute your unique perspective towards our collective goals.

Responsibilities and Key Outcomes 

Act as a Global / Regional representative of BASF Digital community, supporting BASF Digital roadmap, helping GDS to identify, execute and implement customer-centric digital solutions in an actionable and measurable way.

As part of the Strategy and Enterprise Architecture team, you will take over an active role in the coordination, specification, design, and evaluation of enterprise architecture related topics.

• You will collect and manage enterprise architecture requirements globally within BASF.
• You will actively participate in different communities and support communication in enterprise architecture.
• Establish a proactive guiding role by communicating architectural direction broadly to ensure alignment from the start.
• Define and govern architectural standards, tools, methodologies, and blueprints for consistency and quality.
• Develop and provide tools for domains, organizations, or regions to manage their digital landscapes with architecture principles embedded.
• Facilitate collaboration across architectural community to optimize the IT landscape, ensuring seamless integration and business strategy alignment.
• Ensure enterprise / solution architects have opportunities for training, hands-on work, and certifications to stay current with technological advancements.
   

Job Requirements 

Education and work experience

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, technology or in a comparable field. 
• Minimum 3 years related working experience in the required technical & professional requirements below.

Technical & Professional Knowledge (mandatory)

• Experience in selecting, implementing and managing enterprise architecture tools
• Expertise in architecture design principles and architecture tooling platform.
• Strong analytical and strategic thinking abilities across various levels.
• Ability to drive innovation and foster collaboration across teams and domains.
• Knowledge at least in one business process or functional area.
• Good interpersonal skills within an international team and fluent in English.

Technical & Professional Knowledge (additional plus/nice to have skills)

• Experience / Knowledge of LeanIX and TOGAF is a plus.
• Basic knowledge about DevOps, integration patterns, and APIs is a plus.
• Experienced in Agile ways of working or agile implementation approach.

At BASF, we create chemistry for a sustainable future. We combine economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility. Around 112,000 employees in the BASF Group contribute to the success of our customers in nearly all sectors and almost every country in the world. Our portfolio comprises six segments: Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care and Agricultural Solutions. BASF generated sales of €68.9 billion in 2023.

BASF is committed to empowering its employees to pursue their interests and explore emerging technologies. By investing in top-quality tools and promoting cross-functional collaboration, we encourage our team members to drive positive change within our organization. Come join us and be a part of our digitalization journey. 

Further Information at https://go.basf.net/careers_digitalhubkl