SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) Developer

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.

• 3–6 years of total experience in BI/Analytics, with at least 2+ years in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).

• Strong expertise in dashboard design, data modeling, and SAC scripting.

• Proficiency in connecting SAC to SAP BW, S/4HANA, or SAP HANA.

• Clear understanding of business processes in domains such as finance, sales, logistics, HR, etc.

• Excellent problem-solving, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.

Preferred/Good-to-Have Skills:

• Exposure to SAP BW/4HANA, SAP HANA Studio, or S/4HANA Embedded Analytics.

• Familiarity with SAP Datasphere

• Experience with SAC Mobile and responsive design.

• Hands-on experience with predictive analytics or AI-driven insights within SAC.

• Knowledge of Agile/Scrum methodologies and use of tools like JIRA, Azure DevOps, etc.

Soft Skills:

• Strong communication and client-facing skills.

• Ability to work collaboratively in a team and independently.

• Flexible and open to learning new tools and technologies.

• Good time management and multitasking capabilities.

3–6 years of total experience in BI/Analytics, with at least 2+ years in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).

Roles and Responsibilities

Solution Design & Development:

• Work closely with business users and functional consultants to understand reporting and analytics needs.

• Design and develop responsive, user-friendly dashboards and stories in SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC).

• Leverage SAC’s capabilities such as charts, tables, KPIs, input controls, linked analysis, etc.

• Build and manage SAC data models, including planning models (if applicable).

• Use calculated measures, restricted measures, hierarchies, parameters, and formulas effectively.

2. Data Integration:

• Establish and manage Live and Import data connections to sources like:

• SAP BW (BEx Queries)

• SAP HANA Calculation Views

• S/4HANA CDS Views

• Other cloud/on-premise data sources via OData, REST APIs, or SAP Cloud Connector

• Collaborate with BW/HANA developers to ensure proper data provisioning and modeling.

3. Advanced Functionalities:

• Utilize Scripting (JavaScript) in Analytic Applications for custom behaviors.

• Implement Story Filters, Linked Widgets, Bookmarks, and Smart Insights.

• Explore and leverage Smart Predict, Search to Insight, and Data Analyzer features.

4. SAC Planning (Optional/Preferred):

• Design planning models and versions.

• Configure data input, forecasting, and simulations.

• Define value driver trees, allocations, and data actions.

5. Performance Optimization & Testing:

• Optimize story performance through best practices in data modeling, filtering, and design.

• Conduct unit testing, peer reviews, and integration testing of developed reports.

• Troubleshoot issues related to data accuracy, refreshes, and rendering.