Specialist - Integration (SAP IS)

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the design of scalable, secure, and high-performance integration solutions using SAP BTP Integration Suite, CPI, and Solace PubSub+.
• Define integration strategies and roadmaps aligned with enterprise architecture and digital transformation goals.
• Lead the migration of legacy interfaces from SAP PI/PO to SAP Integration Suite, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal performance.
• Govern and optimize the use of SAP BTP services including API Management, Event Mesh, Open Connectors, and CPI-DS.
• Oversee the configuration and administration of Solace messaging infrastructure, including advanced topic routing and durable subscriptions.
• Champion API-first design principles, ensuring robust, reusable, and secure APIs using REST/SOAP standards.
• Collaborate with enterprise architects, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define integration requirements and governance models.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, conduct code reviews, and lead knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Establish best practices for monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting using tools like SAP Solution Manager, ElasticSearch, and Splunk.
• Drive continuous improvement through Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and innovation initiatives.
  

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
• 10+ years of experience Integration with 6+ years in SAP integration, including SAP PI/PO, SAP CPI, API Management and SAP BTP.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale integration projects across cloud and on-premise systems.
• Deep technical expertise in ABAP, IDOCs, BAPI, RFC, and ALE.
• Strong command of Solace CLI, Solace APIs, and Solace Cloud Console.
• Proficiency in Java, Groovy, Python, and integration-specific scripting.
• In-depth understanding of security protocols (OAuth, SAML, SSL) and API lifecycle management.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP Fiori, and hybrid integration scenarios.
  

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP certifications in Integration Suite, BTP, or Cloud Platform Integration.
• Good understanding of API Management tools like IBM API Connect, Apigee etc.
• Experience with DevOps tools (Git, Jenkins, Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD pipelines.
• Familiarity with event-driven architectures, microservices, and cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Exposure to SAP Open Connectors, Graph API, and CAPM.
• Strong background in Agile delivery and tools like JIRA and Confluence.
  

Technical Skills

• Integration Tools: SAP CPI, SAP PI/PO, SAP BTP, API Management, Event Mesh, Cloud Connector
• Languages: Java, ABAP, Groovy, Python, JavaScript, XML/XSLT
• Protocols: REST, SOAP, IDOC, OData, RFC, BAPI, SFTP, HTTP
• Platforms: SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, HANA
• Tools: Eclipse, NetWeaver Studio, Postman, SoapUI, GitHub
• Cloud & DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git, CI/CD
  

Soft Skills

• Strategic mindset with strong leadership and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Analytical thinker with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, global, and collaborative environment.