GDB/Z - SAP Datasphere Platform Engineer (m/f/d)

SAP Datasphere Platform Engineer 
OrgCode: GDB/Z 
Product Team: Data Fundation 
Responsibilities: 
Role Purpose: Responsible for designing, implementing, and enabling the SAP Business 
Data Cloud (SAP Datasphere) platform as the enterprise foundation for modern, business
driven data architecture. The role bridges architecture, engineering, and enablement — 
ensuring both reliable technical operations and broad business adoption across domains. 
Design, implement, and maintain the overall SAP Datasphere platform architecture.  
Establish data domain-driven and data product-based design principles.  Integrate SAP 
(S/4HANA, BW/4HANA) and non-SAP data sources (Azure, APIs) via ODP, SDI, or native 
connectors  Build and optimize data pipelines, semantic models, and analytical datasets.  
Ensure robust data governance, access control, and security configuration.  Lead platform 
evolution towards a federated, business data fabric model.  Collaborate with enterprise 
architects, product family architects, data governance, SAP- and cloud infrastructure 
teams.  Develop enablement strategies, best practices, and onboarding frameworks for 
data domain teams.  Conduct training, create documentation, and foster community of 
practice for self-service use cases.  Monitor platform performance, manage incidents, and 
ensure system reliability.  Drive continuous improvement through automation (CI/CD, 
DevOps for data) and usage analytics. 
Qualifications: 
5+ years of professional experience in data architecture, integration, or analytics platforms.  
Proven expertise in SAP Datasphere (or formerly SAP Data Warehouse Cloud) 
administration, modeling, and operations.  Strong knowledge of SAP BTP services, 
connectivity, and hybrid integration technologies.  Deep understanding of semantic 
modeling, data lineage, and data virtualization concepts.  Proficiency in SQL and 
experience with scripting (Python, ABAP CDS, or similar).  Hands-on experience with SAP 
Analytics Cloud or equivalent BI tools.  Familiarity with data governance frameworks 
(DAMA, Business Data Fabric).  Knowledge of cloud architectures (Azure, GCP, AWS) and 
federated query patterns.  Strong communication skills to collaborate across IT and 
business domains.  Experience in coaching, enablement, or community building within data 
initiatives.  Practical experience in authorisation concept design and implementation in 
Datasphere, ideally with 3rd party IAM tool 
What we offer:  
Be part of a global leader in digital transformation, working in a vibrant Digital Hub that 
values innovation, agility, and cross-functional collaboration. Shape the future of BASF’s 
digital landscape, contributing to projects that drive sustainability and make a real impact. 
Thrive in a high-performance culture that supports your personal and professional growth, 
offering diverse learning opportunities and career development. Enjoy a modern, inclusive 
work environment where your ideas are valued, and your curiosity and ambition are 
encouraged. Benefit from flexible working models, international networking, and a strong 
Internal 
sense of purpose as we enable our customers’ green transformation and lead the way in 
digital excellence.  [to include specific local benefits].