Anis, a digital graduate (engineering) in technology at bp Malaysia, shares how she builds digital products and works on AI solutions.
When people think of technology careers, they often think about coding. For Anis, a digital graduate (engineering) in technology at bp Malaysia, the reality is much broader.
From building digital products and working with stakeholders to supporting AI-powered solutions, she’s learned that solving problems often starts with understanding people as much as technology.
A typical day includes meetings with stakeholders, planning products and developing solutions based on business requirements.
Building products takes up around 70% of my time. For me, products can range from Power BI reports to Power Apps. Most of the time, integrations are needed and that's where my learning curve starts to become steep.
Naturally, I enjoy planning products the most. I like thinking about workflows, architecture and data pipelines, and figuring out how different systems connect together.
What project are you most proud of working on?
I’ve been working on a project where we embed the use of AI in tracking bp’s software costs across the entire organisation. Finding ways to track data as close to live as possible helps us detect anomalies and identify opportunities to reduce costs.
What helped you develop your skills as a graduate?
Very, very supportive colleagues and environment. I entered the organization as a graduate, and my experience has been nothing but rewarding.
Building products often means solving challenges that weren't taught at university. That's one reason I've enjoyed working at bp. We learn as we go and there are productivity coaches available when we need expert advice.
Having similar-minded Gen Z peers has been very fun as well.
During my first year, I worked as a technical project manager and had a discipline mentor, Mike.
He was thoughtful and genuine, and always honest with me. If he saw an opportunity where I could grow, he would help put me there.
That's how I became involved in a Castrol Australia and New Zealand project. I learnt so much from colleagues in Australia and gained experience working with a different team and market.
Definitely the flexible working arrangements. It's something I've really valued, especially because it helps me balance work with personal responsibilities, including accompanying my mother to physiotherapy appointments.
I'm also very active in bp's business resource groups. One of my favourites is Social Investment Malaysia. We recently organized a mangrove planting activity and it was a great opportunity to meet new people, build soft skills and contribute to the local community.
I’ve worked on projects across many regions, collaborating with teams in the US, UK, Egypt and Trinidad & Tobago.
This exposure has helped me feel more confident contributing to technical discussions, manage stakeholder expectations and adjust how I work depending on the team or context.
That we don't do scripting all the time – and definitely no hacking into the mainframe like in Hollywood films.
A role in technology doesn't necessarily mean you need to be professional at coding, your soft skills are super important too.
You need to manage stakeholders, understand requirements, solve problems and navigate a complex business environment. There's much more to the role than writing code.
I cannot think of any cons: great office, great culture with very understanding colleagues.
If you're interested in building digital solutions, working with AI and growing your skills through structured support, explore technology opportunities at bp in Malaysia.
Questions and answers
bp's digital and technology teams work across a range of disciplines, including data and analytics, artificial intelligence, digital product, cybersecurity, software engineering and architecture. These teams help design, build and run the digital capabilities that support bp's operations and business activities. The variety of specialisms means candidates can explore different career paths depending on their skills, interests and experience.
Technical skills will vary depending on the role, but technology careers at bp often require a combination of technical knowledge, problem-solving and collaboration. Many roles involve working with stakeholders, understanding business requirements and contributing to digital products or services. Candidates with strong communication skills and a willingness to learn may find opportunities across a range of technology disciplines.
Development opportunities can include on-the-job learning, mentoring, training and exposure to different technology disciplines. bp's digital and technology organization covers areas ranging from artificial intelligence and data analytics to software engineering and digital product development. This breadth can provide opportunities to build specialist expertise or gain experience across different areas over time.
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