SAP BASIS Architect

The SAP Basis Architect supports Amgens global Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) landscape, consisting of SAP and non-SAP systems hosted on AWS. Working with a team of high-performing Basis experts and cloud specialists, the role focuses on ensuring the resilience, compliance, and security of our regulated and mission-critical ERP platform.

This position plays a key role in Amgens ERP modernization strategy, supporting the transition toward a cloud-first, automation-driven SAP ecosystem leveraging RISE with SAP and hyperscaler-native services. The role contributes to platform operations, lifecycle management, and modernization activities supporting the S/4HANA implementation and post-go-live operations.

Roles & Responsibilities:

• Assist in executing the SAP platform roadmap, ensuring reliability, security, and compliance across SAP and non-SAP components
• Support day-to-day operation and maintenance of SAP systems on AWS in alignment with enterprise architecture standards
• Participate in migration and upgrade projects, including Cloud ERP (RISE) adoption and S/4HANA transition activities
• Collaborate with SAP and hyperscaler partners to operationalize RISE with SAP environments, ensuring adherence to Amgens security, compliance, and cost-optimization objectives
• Contribute to establishing or refining platform standards, operational playbooks, and automation processes
• Perform operational tasks to enhance platform stability, including system monitoring, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and root cause analysis
• Implement lifecycle management activities such as support packages, kernel upgrades, and system refreshes using tools like SAP Solution Manager, CALM, etc.
• Develop and maintain automation scripts for recurring maintenance activities to increase efficiency and consistency
• Contribute to developing monitoring and observability capabilities leveraging CloudWatch, or SAP Focused Run to improve incident prevention and resolution
• Collaborate with compliance, security, and audit teams to ensure adherence to GxP, SOX, and cybersecurity frameworks
• Assist in operationalizing cybersecurity strategies for vulnerability detection, prioritization, and remediation
• Communicate clearly with peers, customers, and senior stakeholders, ensuring transparency and alignment across teams

Basic Qualifications and Experience:

• Masters degree and 1 to 3 years of Computer Science, IT or SAP related field experience OR
• Bachelors degree and 3 to 5 years of Computer Science, IT or SAP related field experience OR
• Diploma and 7 to 9 years of Computer Science, IT or SAP related field experience

Functional Skills:

Must-Have Skills:

• Hands-on experience managing SAP landscapes in cloud, specifically with systems such as SAP ECC, S/4HANA, ATTP, GTS, GRC, BW, ATC, GIS, Onapsis, Content Server, and various third-party add-ons.
• Exposure to Cloud ERP (RISE) including concepts around SAP BTP, hyperscaler integration, and managed services models.
• Understanding in SAP HANA database administration, printer management, job scheduling, etc.

Good-to-Have Skills:

• Knowledge of AWS and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) services, assisting in their implementation to enhance the reliability of the SAP platform.
• Working experience in DevOps methodologies within SAP.
• Familiarity with AI/ML, GenAI to implement advanced technologies in optimizing SAP solutions and driving innovation.

Professional Certifications (please mention if the certification is preferred or mandatory for the role):

• SAP Certified Technology Associate (preferred)
• Agile Certified Practitioner (preferred)

Soft Skills:

• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to manage multiple priorities successfully
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure
• Adaptability and flexibility in a rapidly changing environment
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Proactive and self-motivated with a strong sense of initiative
• Critical thinking and decision-making abilities
• Strong attention to detail and accuracy
• Ability to work collaboratively in a diverse and multicultural team environment