Senior Manager Model & Data Automation (m/w/d)

We are BASF in agriculture and everything we do, we do for the love of farming. Connecting seeds and traits, crop protection products, digital tools and sustainability approaches, to help deliver the best possible outcomes for farmers, growers and our other stakeholders along the value chain.

We do everything in our power to build a sustainable future for agriculture by connecting innovation, customers and society.

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RESPONSIBILITIES

As Senior Manager Model & Data Automation within our global Digital Farming unit, you are responsible for the development and operation of digital solutions in the field of data acquisition and processing of drones and agricultural machinery as well as for the implementation and testing of agronomic models.

• In your new position, you and your team of experts translate the business requirements of digital farming into IT requirements and concrete technical implementations with a focus on model development and content testing as well as data pipelines across the entire software development cycle.
• You are globally responsible for the conception, design, development, testing, operation and refinement of the DF-IT solution architecture in model and data automation, the required components and their interfaces and relationships.
• In addition, you drive the development of AI and GenAI in our area with use cases in Ag including Computer Vision.
• Furthermore, you support the global DF strategy regarding the technical exchange infrastructure with external partners (APIs / contracts).
• You are the administrative leader of a team of around 15 internal IT and engineering experts.
• Last but not least, you support the overall digital farming and business development strategy as well as the digital architecture and development within BASF.

QUALIFICATIONS

• University degree in computer science, data science, artificial intelligence, natural sciences, engineering or related fields.
• Several years of professional experience, ideally already experience as a team leader of a cross-functional team.
• Expert knowledge in the implementation of business requirements for data-driven, customer-oriented IT solutions at a global company level, ideally in the field of agriculture and digital farming.
• Expertise in scalable microservices-based, web and mobile IT architectures as well as in data pipelines and modern AI frameworks.
• Initial work experience and insights into concepts of generative AI would be an advantage.
• Very good communication skills in English, knowledge of German is an advantage.

BENEFITS

• Inspiring networks for the development and implementation of your ideas (e.g. Women in Business).
• Learning opportunities for your professional and personal development.
• Location-specific preventive services (e.g. medical check-up or flu vaccination) to support your health.
• 30 days of vacation as well as the possibility of special leave and sabbatical model.
• Mobile working in Germany.
• Flexible working time models (e.g. part-time employment or job sharing).
• Free Deutschlandticket and attractive leasing options for your personal job bike.
• Subsidies for moving costs, parking fees and lunch.

ABOUT US

xarvio Digital Farming Solutions powered by BASF is at the forefront of the digital transformation of agriculture optimizing crop production.

xarvio offers digital products, based on a global leading crop model platform, which deliver independent field-zone-specific agronomic advice enabling farmers to produce their crops most efficiently and sustainably.

The xarvio products FIELD MANAGER and HEALTHY FIELDS are being used by farmers in multiple countries across the globe. Working at BASF Digital Farming GmbH is equally as innovative as our products : we have a global network and work with agile methodologies in a start-up atmosphere.

Join our team! Learn more about xarvio at www.xarvio.com or visit any of our social media channels.

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.

At BASF you get more than just compensation. Our total offer includes a wide range of elements you need to be your best in every stage of your life.

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We aim to form the best team by bringing together people with unique backgrounds, experiences and points of view. Our differences make us stronger and more vibrant.

And an open, creative and supportive work environment inspires us to achieve exceptional results.

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