Job Description

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.
Objectives of the Position
We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced web content management system backend developer coupled with work experience in DevOps to join our team. The lead engineer will be responsible for the implementation, configuration, and maintenance of both AEM & Magnolia backend API and services, establish coding standards, mentor and perform code review of work done by the squad in a highly scalable, resilient, and automated environment. This role requires a strong understanding of both AEM & Magnolia development technologies along with deep working knowledge of DevOps best practices to enhance the efficiency and reliability of AEM and Magnolia applications utilizing the wCMS platform.
Main Tasks

• Backend Platform API and Services Development

• Handle DNS and SSL certificate renewals and new requests for site launches.
• Perform and schedule AEM system maintenance activities
• Solid experience with API and microservice development
• Platform template and component development in FTL, YAML and Java technology
• Backend development of core services using the Framework such as Spring boot, Vaadin and Sling/JCR

• Automation & Deployment:

• Design, implement, and maintain automated CI/CD pipelines for AEM / Magnolia applications.
• Automate the deployment process for AEM and related systems with Azure DevOps and Cloud Manager.
• Integrate AEM /Magnolia with other systems and tools (e.g, Dynamic Media, S3 bucket, Blob etc).
• Support website launches - Updating DNS settings, SSL certificate requests, dispatcher configurations and sling mappings.

• Infrastructure Management:

• Manage and monitor CMS infrastructure and applications in AWS / Azure instances.
• Ensure the infrastructure is highly available, fault-tolerant, and scalable.
• Implement reliable backup and disaster recovery strategies for AEM / Magnolia CMS environments to minimize downtime and data loss.
• Configure domains on CDN (Content Delivery Network) for better performance and high availability.

• Performance & Monitoring:

• Monitor the performance of AEM/ Magnolia instances and troubleshoot issues.
• Perform system health checks and ensure maximum uptime.
• Implement proactive monitoring and alerting for AEM / Magnolia and its dependencies.

• Security & Compliance:

• Implement security best practices for AEM / Magnolia and its underlying infrastructure
• Perform user administration in Adobe / Magnolia Management console
• Ensure compliance with organizational and industry standards for security and privacy.
• Automate security patches and updates for the AEM / Magnolia environment.
• Ensure AEM / Magnolia Dispatcher Security best practices and adopt AWS /Magnolia WAF Security on need basis.

• Collaboration:

• Work closely with AEM / Magnolia backend developers, system administrators, and other DevOps teams to implement and enhance solutions.
• Support developers in troubleshooting and resolving issues related to deployment, integration, and configuration.
• Collaborate with teams to set up monitoring, logging, and alerting to ensure continuous system health.

Requirements
Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field (or equivalent work experience) with at least 14 years of relevant industry experience.

Working Experience

• Proven experience as an AEM / Magnolia Developer + DevOps Engineer, or in a similar role.
• Strong understanding of Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) and/or Magnolia architecture and deployment strategies.
• Hands-on experience with tools such as Tag management system, Piano analytics, New Relic, Ansible, and Terraform.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS & Azure and devOps tooling (ex: Cockpit and Rancher)
• Experience with version control systems like Git, and CI/CD tools for automation and a clear understanding of branching strategies for concurrent development.
• Knowledge of infrastructure management, networking, and system administration.
• Solid understanding of monitoring and logging tools (e.g., New Relic, Nagios XI, etc.).
• Experience with databases such as MySQL, MongoDB
• Well versed with Agile/Scrum methodologies.

Preferred Skills

• AEM or Magnolia development experience (components, templates, workflows, etc.).
• Adobe certified master - Adobe experience manager sites architect
• Familiarity with AEM Cloud Service or Adobe Managed Services.

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 EUR68.9 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.
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A unique total offer: you@BASF
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A unique total offer: you@BASF
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. That's what we call you@BASF. Click here to learn more.
Working at BASF: We connect to create chemistry
We are proud of strong history of innovation, which has helped make us who we are today - the world's leading chemical company. Every day, our global team of over 120,000 individuals work together to turn visions for sustainable solutions into reality by connecting with one another and sharing our knowledge.
The right people are crucial for our sustainable success. 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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For BASF, diversity is one of the essential keys to business success and the well-being of our employees. We promote an inclusive culture that accepts the diversity of people, experiences and capabilities. By embracing talents and abilities of all kinds, we aim to boost creativity and motivation, and enhance our teams' performance.
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Kuala Lumpur, MY
BASF Asia-Pacific Service Centre Sdn. Bhd.
Information Technology & Services
Permanent
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