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Senior Data & AI Engineer

Hybrid in Madrid·Added today (last checked 30 Oct)

BASF

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Our summary

Work mode: Hybrid, Madrid
Relocation: A relocation package
English: Required
Experience: Senior level
Education: University degree

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Skills

Requirements

What we're looking for

A degree in computer science, software engineering, mathematics or similar experience
Strong problem‑solving skills with the ability to break down complex data and system challenges into pragmatic, scalable solutions
Ownership mindset: takes responsibility end‑to‑end, from design and implementation to production support and continuous improvement
Experience building and operating production‑grade big data pipelines on Databricks
Experience applying AI/ML and NLP techniques for information extraction, retrieval or knowledge discovery
Experience with modern LLM-based RAG architectures, embeddings and vector search
Hands-on expertise with Apache Spark (PySpark/Scala), including performance tuning, data skew handling, and efficient cluster usage
Solid Python programming skills
Experience with ElasticSearch / OpenSearch
Experience working in cloud‑based DevOps environments, including Azure cloud, Azure DevOps, and CI/CD pipelines
Fluent communication in English is required

Nice to have

Experience working with Azure Data Factory (ADF)
Experience working with Kubernetes
Experience in cloud environments (Storage Accounts, ADLS2)
Experience with multimodal document processing (text, images, scanned documents)
Experience evaluating and benchmarking LLMs for enterprise search and knowledge management

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

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

The role

What you'll do

Building data and AI pipelines for document processing in our (micro-)batch architecture
Collaborating with subject matter experts to understand requirements
Designing and implementing data extraction and retrieval solutions, leveraging modern AI methods where appropriate
Introducing new technologies to deliver reliable and cost-efficient services
Contributing to the evolution of our AI-powered search and knowledge platforms, including multimodal retrieval and knowledge extraction capabilities
Working in an international (team language English) and agile team (Scrum)

Hiring process

2 steps2 interviews2–3 months in all

Online application
CV screening
Phone interview
With a Talent Acquisition Team Europe · Phone call
Phone interview as part of the expert preselection.
Interview day
With the hiring department and possible team
Personal interview to get to know you better; you also meet your possible team.
Job offer

No assessment centres or admission tests, except for vocational internships in Germany.
BASF recommends applying to at most three offers online.

About BASF

BASF is the world's largest chemical company, operating across segments including Chemicals, Materials, Industrial Solutions, Surface Technologies, Nutrition & Care, and Agricultural Solutions. Headquartered in Ludwigshafen, Germany, BASF employs over 110,000 people worldwide and serves customers in nearly every industry, from automotive and construction to pharmaceuticals and agriculture. The company is known for its integrated production sites, innovative R&D, and commitment to sustainability, aiming to balance economic success with environmental protection and social responsibility.

In Spain, BASF operates through its subsidiary BASF Española, with offices in Barcelona and Madrid, and a production site in Tarragona. The Spanish operations focus on chemicals, coatings, and agricultural solutions, and the company has a significant digital and IT hub in Barcelona, where many of the current open roles are based. BASF offers an international, collaborative work environment with opportunities for cross-border mobility, and it actively hires professionals from around the world, particularly in areas like cybersecurity, SAP, and digitalization. For international candidates, BASF provides a structured onboarding process, competitive compensation, and a strong emphasis on work-life balance and professional development.

Industry: Chemicals
Founded: 1865
Employees: 100,000+
Headquarters: Ludwigshafen, Germany
In Spain: Barcelona, Madrid, Tarragona

Good to know if you are moving

BASF has a significant digital hub in Barcelona, where many IT and cybersecurity roles are based, offering a vibrant international work environment.
The company provides relocation support for international hires, including visa assistance and help with finding accommodation.
BASF is a global leader with a strong brand, offering excellent career development opportunities across different countries and functions.
Spain operations include a major production site in Tarragona, one of the largest chemical complexes in Europe, providing opportunities in engineering and operations.
BASF emphasizes work-life balance with flexible working models, including remote work options for many roles.

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Additional information

Because we are counting on innovative solutions, sustainable actions, 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.At BASF, we are committed to upholding and ensuring compliance with company standards related to quality, environment, health, safety, and energy, in line with our global guidelines.We actively promote a culture of prevention and continuous improvement, encouraging collaboration in initiatives related to quality, environmental protection, health, safety, and energy performance.We foster responsible energy use, promoting efficiency in daily operations and supporting the identification of improvement projects and energy-saving opportunities

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