AI & Data Engineer (m/f/d)

WELCOME TO BASF
In the Coatings division, we offer far more than just paints and coatings. Our approach is to put the needs of our customers at the centre and always think one step ahead. Our motto ‘We always go beyond the surface’ makes it clear that we are not only focussed on the products themselves, but also on the reasons why we develop them. We are interested in creating innovative solutions that promote future growth and fulfil the requirements of the market. With our extensive knowledge and experience, we work to provide tailored coatings solutions that create real value and build strong partnerships.

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT
The Global Procurement division is responsible for BASF Coatings Group purchasing activities worldwide. We negotiate contracts that provide BASF Coatings Group with tangible added value. Our focus areas include the procurement of raw materials, technical goods and services, as well as logistics solutions. With our comprehensive market know-how and deep understanding of value chains, we are a valuable partner for the business units.

* In your new position you are responsible for designing, building, and maintaining robust data solutions across all architecture layers, from the data platform to procurement-specific applications.
* Together with your colleagues you acquire and integrate data from enterprise and procurement systems and provide high-quality Data Products for analytics, AI and downstream applications.
* Furthermore you develop and maintain frameworks for business-context modeling (semantic layer) and operationalize AI models and agentic components across the architecture.
* Together with process owners you implement and automate agentic workflows to orchestrate data and process flows and support the integration of external best-of-breed solutions.
* Last but not least you drive innovation by collaborating with the central Data & AI team, external technology partners and global procurement stakeholders to ensure user adoption and measurable business impact.

WHAT YOU OFFER
* completed university degree in (business) informatics, mathematics or a related field of study
* several years of hands-on experience developing data products and data platforms, ideally including Databricks or similar platforms
* strong programming skills in Python and SQL, experience with modern cloud environments and familiarity with integration and process automation platforms
* analytical mindset, structured working style, high initiative, and strong collaboration as well as communication skills for working with cross-functional teams and external partners
* excellent English language skills as well as ideally German skills

WHAT WE OFFER
* We offer an attractive salary with individual benefits such as performance-based bonus pay or a stock program. A company-funded supplementary long-term care insurance, an accident insurance under certain conditions, and an attractive pension plan provide comprehensive protection.
* We offer a wide range of local and global development and career opportunities for professional and personal development.
* As a founding member of the Diversity Charter, BASF stands for diversity – we are proud of our Coatings employee networks WomenInCoatings, ColorPride@EC and CultiConnect.
* The feedback culture is firmly integrated into our corporate culture, e.g. through regular employee surveys and management feedback.
* At our location in Münster, we have our own fitness studio “Freizeit” with a physiotherapy practice, permanently employed company doctors, a company restaurant “Auszeit” including a café bar, a bilingual company daycare center “LackiKids” and a vacation program “LackiKids on Tour”.
* We have 30 vacation days/year (full-time), additional time off options and a 37.5-hour week.

HOW TO REACH US
* Isabel Maisack (Talent Acquisition), isabel.maisack@basf.com, Tel.:+49 30 2005-56683 will be happy to answer your questions for this position. You are also welcome to book an appointment online. Technical questions cannot be answered at this meeting.
* You can also reach our recruiting team here
* First information about our application process can be found here

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