SAP ECC Cloud Migration Specialist

Job Description

Designation / Position : SAP ECC Cloud Migration Specialist Work Experience Required : Minimum 3+ Years Job Location(s) : Remote Industry Type : IT / Software / SAP Services Functional Area : SAP / Cloud Migration / Infrastructure Qualification : Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field Responsibilities : - Lead and execute SAP ECC migrations to cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP, or private cloud), adhering to project timelines and quality standards. - Perform comprehensive system analysis of existing SAP ECC landscapes to identify migration requirements, dependencies, and potential challenges. - Develop and implement detailed cloud migration plans, including cutover strategies and rollback procedures. - Apply strong SAP Basis administration skills to manage and maintain SAP ECC systems throughout the migration process. - Optimize the performance of SAP ECC systems in cloud environments, including sizing, resource allocation, and performance tuning. - Lead and coordinate cloud migration projects, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among cross-functional teams (SAP functional teams, infrastructure teams, security teams, etc.). - Provide expert-level troubleshooting and problem resolution during all phases of the cloud migration process. - Implement and enforce robust security measures and ensure compliance with relevant industry standards and regulations within the cloud environment. - Utilize SAP data migration tools and methodologies (e.g., SAP Migration Cockpit, Software Update Manager - SUM with Data Migration Option - DMO) to efficiently migrate data to the cloud. - Develop and implement disaster recovery strategies and solutions for SAP ECC systems in the cloud. - Collaborate with infrastructure teams to provision and configure necessary cloud resources for SAP ECC. - Explore and implement automation tools and scripts (e.g., Terraform, Ansible, SAP LaMa) to streamline migration processes and reduce manual effort. - Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud migration best practices, tools, and technologies relevant to SAP ECC. - Contribute to the development of migration templates, methodologies, and knowledge base articles. - Potentially assist with migrations from SAP ECC to SAP S/4HANA in a cloud environment. - Document all aspects of the cloud migration process, including architecture diagrams, configuration details, and lessons learned. Technical Skills : - SAP ECC Cloud Migration : Proven hands-on experience in migrating SAP ECC systems to at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP) or a private cloud environment. - SAP Basis Administration : Strong foundational knowledge and practical experience in SAP Basis administration for SAP ECC systems, including system installation, configuration, patching, upgrades, and performance tuning. - Cloud Infrastructure : Solid understanding of cloud infrastructure concepts and services offered by AWS, Azure, or GCP, including compute, storage, networking, and security. - SAP Data Migration Tools : Experience with SAP data migration tools and methodologies relevant to SAP ECC, such as SAP Migration Cockpit or SUM with DMO. - System Analysis and Performance Optimization : Ability to analyze SAP ECC system landscapes, identify performance bottlenecks, and implement optimization strategies in a cloud environment. - Disaster Recovery : Understanding of disaster recovery principles and experience implementing DR solutions for SAP ECC in the cloud. - Automation Tools (Beneficial) : Familiarity with automation tools like Terraform, Ansible, or SAP Landscape Management (LaMa) is a plus. - Scripting (Beneficial) : Basic scripting skills in languages like Python or Shell scripting for automation tasks are advantageous. - Networking (Basic Understanding) : Basic understanding of network concepts relevant to cloud deployments. - Security in the Cloud : Awareness of security best practices for SAP systems in cloud environments. Functional Skills : - Strong understanding of SAP ECC functional modules and their underlying data structures. - Ability to understand and interpret technical documentation and specifications. - Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. - Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills. - Ability to work independently and as part of a remote team. - Project management skills to lead and coordinate migration activities. - Ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams. Qualifications: - Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field. - Minimum 3+ years of hands-on experience in SAP ECC cloud migrations. - Proven experience in SAP Basis administration. - Experience working with at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP). - Strong understanding of SAP system landscapes and architecture. Bonus Points : - AWS Certified Solutions Architect Associate, Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Associate, or Google Cloud Certified - Professional Cloud Architect certifications. - SAP Basis certification. - Experience with SAP S/4HANA migrations. - Familiarity with SAP HANA database administration. - Experience with SAP transport management and change control processes.