Technical Architect; SAP S​/HANA Implementation

Position: Technical Architect (SAP S/4HANA Implementation)
Technical Architect (SAP S/4

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HANA Implementation) locations:
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* Job Description:

**** Technical Architect (SAP S/4

HANA Implementation)
**** Job Summary
** The Technical Architect is responsible for the
** design, implementation, and oversight of the technical landscape
** for SAP S/4

HANA transformation program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role ensures that all technical components—including infrastructure, integrations, custom developments, and security—are aligned with enterprise IT standards, performance needs, and compliance requirements.

The Technical Architect provides expertise across SAP Basis, development (ABAP, Fiori/UI5), integration middleware, and infrastructure, working closely with the Solution Architect to deliver a robust, secure, and scalable SAP environment. The role requires a strong hands-on background in SAP technology stacks, cloud/on-premise hybrid landscapes, and technical governance.
** Key Processes
*** SAP Technical Architecture Design & Governance
* SAP Basis Administration & System Landscape Management
* Infrastructure & Hosting Strategy (On-Prem, Cloud, Hybrid, RISE with SAP)
* Custom Development & Enhancement Frameworks (ABAP, Fiori, CDS, RAP)
* Integration Architecture (CPI, PI/PO, APIs, third-party systems)
* Security, Authorizations, and Identity Management
* Data Migration & Conversion Technical Oversight
* Performance Monitoring & Optimization
* Technical Risk Management & Escalation
* Compliance with KSA Cybersecurity & IT Policies
** Key Responsibilities
*** Define the
** technical architecture and landscape
** for SAP S/4

HANA, ensuring alignment with IT strategy.
* Oversee SAP Basis activities including
** installation, upgrades, patching, transport management, and system refreshes**.
* Design and govern
** custom development frameworks**, ensuring ABAP, Fiori, and extensions follow SAP best practices and are upgrade-safe.
* Lead the
** integration architecture
** across SAP modules, legacy systems, and third-party applications.
* Ensure
** system security, user provisioning, and compliance with segregation of duties (SoD)
** and regulatory policies.
* Support
** data migration and conversion activities**, ensuring data quality, performance, and cutover readiness.
* Provide
** performance tuning, troubleshooting, and technical support
** across the landscape.
* Collaborate with infrastructure teams to ensure
** system availability, disaster recovery, and business continuity**.
* Work closely with the Solution Architect to ensure technical feasibility of solution decisions.
* Document technical standards, guidelines, and operating procedures for future operations.
* Mentor technical consultants and ensure cross-team knowledge sharing.
** Required

Qualifications & Skills
**** Education & Certifications
*** Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
* SAP Certified Technology Associate (Basis/Net Weaver/S/4

HANA) required.
* SAP Certified Development Associate (ABAP, Fiori/UI5) desirable.
* Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, or GCP) preferred.
* ITIL Foundation certification desirable.
** Experience
* ** 10–12 years of SAP technical experience, including at least 3 full-cycle S/4

HANA implementations.
* Strong expertise in
** SAP Basis administration and system architecture**.
* Hands-on experience with
** ABAP development, Fiori/UI5, CDS, OData services**.
* Proven track record in
** integration design using CPI, PI/PO, or middleware platforms**.
* Experience in
** managing hybrid landscapes** (on-prem + cloud hosting/RISE with SAP).
* Familiarity with
** KSA cybersecurity and compliance requirements
** highly desirable.
** Technical & Functional Skills
*** Strong understanding of SAP S/4

HANA technical architecture and infrastructure.
* Expertise in
** transport management, system copies, upgrades, and patching**.
* Familiarity with
** automation tools for monitoring and Dev Ops practices
** in SAP.
* Knowledge of
** authorizations, GRC, and security design principles**.
* Strong experience with
** data migration tools** (SAP…