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Key Responsibilities and Required Skills for SAP ABAP Technical Specialist

💰 $110,000 - $165,000

Information TechnologySAPSoftware DevelopmentERPS/4HANA

🎯 Role Definition

This role requires a highly skilled and motivated SAP ABAP Technical Specialist to join our dynamic IT team. In this pivotal role, you will be the go-to expert for all technical aspects of our SAP S/4HANA environment. You will collaborate closely with functional analysts, business stakeholders, and project managers to design, develop, and maintain custom solutions that enhance our core business processes. The ideal candidate is a proactive problem-solver with a deep passion for clean, efficient code and a proven track record of delivering complex RICEFW objects in a fast-paced environment. If you thrive on technical challenges and want to make a significant impact on a global scale, we want to hear from you.

📈 Career Progression

Typical Career Path

Entry Point From:

  • Junior/Associate SAP ABAP Developer
  • SAP Technical Analyst
  • Software Engineer with ERP experience

Advancement To:

  • Lead SAP ABAP Developer / Technical Lead
  • SAP Solution Architect
  • SAP Integration Manager

Lateral Moves:

  • SAP Fiori/UI5 Developer
  • SAP BTP (Business Technology Platform) Specialist
  • SAP Functional Consultant (e.g., in FICO, SD, MM)

Core Responsibilities

Primary Functions

  • Design, develop, test, and implement complex ABAP programs, reports, and enhancements within the SAP S/4HANA landscape.
  • Create and maintain comprehensive technical specifications and documentation for all RICEFW (Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, Workflows) objects.
  • Develop and support custom applications using Object-Oriented ABAP, leveraging modern ABAP 7.5+ syntaxes and methodologies.
  • Analyze and troubleshoot complex application and system issues, performing root cause analysis and implementing effective, long-term solutions.
  • Enhance standard SAP functionality using the Enhancement Framework, including BAdIs, Enhancement Spots, and both implicit and explicit enhancements.
  • Develop and optimize OData services using SAP Gateway (SEGW) to support Fiori/UI5 applications and external system integrations.
  • Build and maintain performant data models and services using Core Data Services (CDS) Views and troubleshoot performance issues.
  • Create and debug complex ABAP Managed Database Procedures (AMDP) for code-to-data paradigm shifts on the HANA database.
  • Manage and monitor integrations using various technologies including IDocs, BAPIs, RFCs, SOAP/REST web services, and file-based interfaces.
  • Conduct rigorous code reviews to ensure adherence to development standards, best practices, and optimal performance.
  • Perform performance tuning and optimization of custom ABAP code using tools such as SQL Trace (ST05), ABAP Trace (SAT), and Code Inspector.
  • Collaborate directly with SAP functional consultants (FICO, SD, MM, PP, EWM) to understand business requirements and translate them into robust technical designs.
  • Provide expert-level support for production systems, including on-call rotation, to ensure business continuity and system stability.
  • Lead technical aspects of data migration projects, utilizing tools like LTMC, LTMOM, and custom BDC/LSMW programs where necessary.
  • Develop and customize complex forms using Adobe Forms and SmartForms, ensuring they meet detailed business specifications.
  • Implement and configure flexible workflows using SAP Business Workflow and Business Rule Framework plus (BRF+) to automate business processes.
  • Participate in all phases of the software development lifecycle (SDLC), including requirements gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and support.
  • Mentor junior ABAP developers, providing guidance on technical challenges, coding standards, and career development.
  • Stay current with the latest SAP technologies and industry trends, including SAP BTP, RAP, and Embedded Analytics, and recommend their adoption where appropriate.
  • Develop and execute comprehensive unit test plans and support integration and user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Secondary Functions

  • Support ad-hoc data requests and exploratory data analysis from business users.
  • Contribute to the organization's data and application strategy and technical roadmap.
  • Collaborate with business units to translate data needs into engineering requirements.
  • Participate in sprint planning, retrospectives, and other agile ceremonies within the technical team.
  • Assist in the evaluation and implementation of new SAP-related tools and technologies.

Required Skills & Competencies

Hard Skills (Technical)

  • Extensive experience in ABAP Development on HANA (CDS Views, AMDP, New Open SQL).
  • Strong proficiency in RICEFW (Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, Workflows) development.
  • Expertise in ABAP Object-Oriented (OO) programming and modern design patterns.
  • Hands-on experience with the SAP Enhancement Framework (BAdIs, Enhancement Spots, User Exits).
  • Proven ability to develop and debug OData services via SAP Gateway for Fiori and API integrations.
  • In-depth knowledge of integration technologies such as IDocs, BAPIs, RFCs, and Web Services (SOAP/REST).
  • Experience with form development using Adobe Forms and/or SmartForms.
  • Proficiency with performance analysis and tuning tools (e.g., SAT, ST05, Code Inspector).
  • Working knowledge of SAP Fiori/UI5 development concepts and architecture.
  • Experience with S/4HANA conversion/migration projects and related tools (e.g., ATC, LTMC).

Soft Skills

  • Exceptional analytical and problem-solving abilities.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
  • Excellent collaboration and teamwork skills.
  • Effective time management and ability to prioritize tasks in a fast-paced environment.
  • Detail-oriented with a strong commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
  • Proactive mindset and ability to work independently with minimal supervision.

Education & Experience

Educational Background

Minimum Education:

  • Bachelor's Degree

Preferred Education:

  • Master's Degree or relevant SAP certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Development Specialist - ABAP for SAP HANA).

Relevant Fields of Study:

  • Computer Science
  • Information Technology
  • Software Engineering
  • Business Information Systems

Experience Requirements

Typical Experience Range:

  • 5 - 8 years of hands-on SAP ABAP development experience.

Preferred:

  • At least 2+ years of specific development experience in an S/4HANA environment.
  • Participation in at least one full-cycle implementation, S/4HANA migration, or major upgrade project.
  • Experience in a manufacturing, retail, or consumer packaged goods (CPG) industry.
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