SAP Development Solution Architect

We are looking for a SAP Development Solution Architect to become a part of our tight-knit EPAM team and engage in technology-driven activities. As a SAP Development Solution Architect, you will be granted a fascinating opportunity to work in a leading software engineering and IT consulting company. If you want to gain vast professional experience and enrich your knowledge – welcome on board.We're looking for a professional with exceptional communication skills who brings a high-level understanding of various SAP Portfolio Categories and Products (ERP and Finance, CRM and Customer Experience, Spend Management, Supply Chain Management, HR and People Engagement), along with a solid grasp of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) products, and experience in environments like Cloud Foundry, Kyma/Kubernetes, or ABAP PaaS. If you're also skilled in Infrastructure as Code (IaC) and CI/CD pipelines, capable of deployments in diverse settings, including Cloud and On-Premise, you're the professional we're seeking to shape the future of SAP development solutions. ResponsibilitiesUnderstand stakeholder needs to help envision and create a solution to solve a problemSupport cost/benefit analysis to align technology solutions to business strategyGather and catalog functional, and non-functional (quality attributes and constraints) requirements for stakeholder requestsParticipate in pre-sales activities as a technical architect and be ready to advocate a solution proposalLead the development of new capabilities or service offerings within SAP BTP, SAP S/4HANA, and SAP SaaS, including the design and deployment of integrated end-to-end solutionsAs part of the application development team, take the lead in solving technical challenges with industry best practicesBe ready to engage with hands-on programming for front-end and/or back-endDetermine the impact of modifications and enhancements to applications and assist with identifying integration points and the end-to-end solution designAdvise on SAP CIO Guides (On-premises / Cloud / Hybrid), Integration Solution Advisory Methodology (ISA-M), Application Extension Methodology, RISE/GROW with SAP, SAP Data and Analytics Advisory MethodologyEstimate work efforts relating to SAP development, Basis, DevOps activities, and technical architecture componentsCreate solution architecture documentation, work/feature-breakdown structure document, and other related artifacts with deep technical details RequirementsUnderstanding of IT architecture best practices and body of knowledge (BoK) such as TOGAF, ITABoK, BTABoK, DMBoK, and othersKnowledge of SAP best practices and methodologies, including SAP Human-Centered Approach to Innovation, SAP Activate Methodology, RISE/GROW with SAP, SAP Golden Path for SAP BTP, SAP Integration Solution Advisory Methodology, SAP Enterprise Architecture Methodology, SAP Data and Analytics Advisory MethodologyProficiency in SAP S/4HANA and SaaS Extensibility (In-App, On-Stack, and Side-by-Side)Knowledge of end-to-end business processes such as Idea to Market, Source to Pay, Plan to Fulfill, Lead to Cash, Recruit to Retire, Governance, and FinanceFamiliarity with architectural styles and patterns, including Monolith, Layered Architecture, Microservices, Event-Driven Architecture, and Actor/Module-Based ArchitectureExperience in SAP Technical Architecture Modeling (TAM) and Architecture Concept Document, SAP BTP Architecture modelingCompetency in programming languages such as ABAP, SQL, Java, JavaScript (Node.js, TypeScript), Groovy, XSLTKnowledge of programming models/frameworks like SAP Cloud Application Programming Model, ABAP RESTful Programming Model, SAP Fiori Elements, and SAP Business Object Programming FrameworkUnderstanding and experience with SAP BTP services/capabilities, including SAP HANA Cloud, SAP Build Process Automation, SAP Build Apps, SAP BTP Connectivity, SAP Cloud Identity Services, Integration Suite, SAP Build Work-Zone/Central Launchpad, and SAP (Advanced) Event MeshExpertise in designing and developing Web-Services (REST, SOAP, WebAPI) and deploying them in various environmentsProficiency in the core URI capabilities of OData, including designing, developing, and deploying OData services Nice to haveSAP certificationsExperience with Agile methodologies, such as Scrum or Kanban We offerWe connect like-minded people: Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impactEnjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own homeOpportunity to work abroad for up to two months per yearRelocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countriesCorporate and social eventsWe invest in your growth:  Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programsCertifications, including GCP, Azure and AWSUnlimited access to LinkedIn Learning and Get AbstractFree English classes with certified teachersDiscounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh languageWe cover it all: Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase PlanMonetary bonuses for engaging in the referral programMedical & family care packageSix trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)Coverage of psychology sessions of your choiceBenefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services) Immerse yourself in our collaborative culture by working on-site at our office in Astana, Almaty or Karaganda. Unlock the potential of remote work in Kazakhstan, giving you the flexibility to work from home or access our offices in Astana, Almaty or Karaganda. EPAM is a team of technologists and innovators united by a passion for technology. In Kazakhstan, we operate across all cities with offices in Astana, Almaty, and Karaganda and work with the world's leading companies from different industries. In 2023, EPAM received the Export Excellence Award at the esteemed Digital Bridge Awards, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation.