Senior SAP Engineer: Fiori​/ABAP​/HANA, Hybrid

Consultant, IT – Senior Software Engineer (SAP)

Requisition Number: 268007

Regular or Temporary:
Regular

Location:

Durham, NC, US, 27710

Work Arrangement:
Hybrid (On‑Site and Remote mix)

Duke University is seeking a Senior Software Engineer (SAP) to design, build, and support technology‑driven solutions that power the University’s administrative and business operations. In this role, you’ll collaborate closely with business partners, functional analysts, and technical peers to deliver high‑quality SAP applications that are adaptable, scalable, and future‑ready.

This position is ideal for an experienced engineer who enjoys solving complex problems, influencing technical direction, and mentoring others—while also remaining hands‑on across the full software development lifecycle.

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or related field, or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Extensive experience developing and supporting SAP applications
• Strong expertise in ABAP programming, including object‑oriented ABAP
• Experience with SAP technologies such as Fiori/UI5, OData, CDS, AMDP, RAP, and analytical queries
• Strong problem‑solving and analytical skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills

• FI‑CO module experience is highly desired.
• Experience working across multiple SAP functional modules
• Experience with performance tuning, debugging, and source code optimization
• Working knowledge of UNIX/Linux environments, SQL, and SAP HANA databases
• Experience collaborating closely with business stakeholders and executive partners
• Demonstrated ability to mentor peers and lead technical discussions
• Experience working in complex, enterprise‑scale environments such as higher education or healthcare

• Ability to work standard business hours with flexibility as needed to support project timelines and system needs

• Hybrid/Onsite – Work location requires on‑site presence and approved remote work, based on team needs.

• Analyze business processes and workflows to design effective, technology‑driven SAP solutions
• Collaborate with functional specialists to design applications that are flexible, maintainable, and high‑performing
• Participate in long‑term planning for new applications, technologies, and enhancements
• Develop, test, debug, and implement SAP applications using modern development practices
• Design and execute user acceptance testing and ensure solutions meet business requirements
• Create and maintain clear technical documentation, specifications, and design artifacts
• Serve as a technical leader by recommending best practices and emerging technologies
• Facilitate code reviews and knowledge sharing to promote engineering excellence
• Lead development projects, manage technical resources, and ensure timely, high‑quality delivery
• Work directly with business leaders and stakeholders to align technology solutions with strategic goals

Certain jobs at Duke University and Duke University Health System may include essential job functions that require specific physical and/or mental abilities. Additional information and provision for requests for reasonable accommodation will be provided by each hiring department.

Nearest Major Market: Durham

Nearest Secondary Market: Raleigh

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.