Senior Specialist - SAP Integration Architect

Job Description Our IT team operates as a business partner proposing ideas and innovative solutions that enable new organizational capabilities. We collaborate internationally to deliver services and solutions that help everyone be more productive and enable innovation. The candidate will work with a globally set of teams including SAP Basis, Security, ABAP, SAP functional team members, Infrastructure team and other IT process partners providing support for existing and new initiatives. The candidate will work closely with and advise the SAP Technical Architect on architectural topics and new applications/technologies to be integrated. They will play an important role in cross-functional projects, relied upon to answer complex questions, and assist with program-wide initiatives. Our organization is on a transformation journey using newer SAP technologies and infrastructure, and the candidate must have exposure to these new technologies. It is expected that the candidate will be able to both lead technical initiatives and be hands‑on. Responsibilities Design and implement integration solutions using SAP BTP iPaaS capabilities. Administrate, monitor, and migrate legacy PI interfaces to SAP Cloud Integration. Develop and optimize interfaces for real-time and batch integration across SAP and non‑SAP systems. Leverage SAP Integration Suite (Cloud Integration, Trading Partner Management, API Management, Edge Integration Cell) for building robust and scalable integration solutions. Implement event‑driven architectures using SAP Event Mesh or other event‑streaming technologies. Collaborate with cross‑functional teams, including business stakeholders, architects, and developers, to gather and analyze integration requirements. Translate business needs into technical designs and integration workflows. Ensure integration complies with organizational security standards, regulatory guidelines (GxP, HIPAA, SOX), and industry best practices. Manage data‑flow governance and error‑handling mechanisms. Monitor, troubleshoot, and optimize integration processes to ensure performance, uptime, and data accuracy. Conduct regular health checks and implement proactive measures for continuous improvement with the support organization. Create and maintain technical documentation for integration processes, configurations, and best practices. Act as a subject‑matter expert and lead in the integration space. Advocate for process automation and digital transformation initiatives within the organization. Strive for continuous improvement of the integration space and architecture and ensure standards are followed. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in IT or related field. Minimum of 7 years SAP hands‑on experience with Process Integration (PI), Process orchestration (PO), SAP Integration Suite (Cloud Integration, API Management). Proficiency in developing integration between SAP ECC/S4HANA and non‑SAP systems (e.g., Salesforce, Workday). Knowledge of integration patterns (synchronous, asynchronous, event‑driven). Proficiency in authentication and authorization protocols (OAuth, JWT, SAML). Familiarity with JSON, JAVA, XML, XSLT, OData, REST, JDBC (SQL) and Groovy Script. Experience with SAP Event Mesh. Experience with BTP Extension Suite, SAP CAP (Cloud Application Programming), SAP Cloud Foundry and Neo clients is a plus. Experience with Cloud ALM for monitoring purposes. Familiarity with CI/CD pipelines for SAP integration projects. Exposure to other middleware platforms (MuleSoft, Boomi) is a plus. JAVA‑based troubleshooting on PI systems is a must. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent verbal and written communication. Ability to work independently in a dynamic, fast‑paced environment. Deal with ambiguity, manage multiple priorities, and meet stretch goals. Experience in a life sciences or regulated environment with familiarity with GxP, SOX, Compliance Framework is a plus. Required Skills Architectural Management (AM) Cloud Foundry Digital Transformation Emerging Technologies Enterprise Architecture Event‑Driven Architecture (EDA) Information Systems Management Methods and Tools Middleware Process Orchestration Regulatory Compliance Requirements Management SAP BusinessObjects Data Integrator SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) SAP PI/PO SAP Security Administration SAP Systems SAP Technical Architecture Software Development Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC) Solution Architecture Strategic Planning System Designs Technical Advice Preferred Skills Current Employees apply Current Contingent Workers apply Benefits Medical, dental, vision healthcare and other insurance benefits for employee and family. Retirement benefits, including 401(k). Paid holidays, vacation, and compassionate and sick days. Employee Compensation Salary range: $117,000.00 - $184,200.00. The position may be eligible for annual bonus and long‑term incentive, if applicable. Legal Information Our company is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We provide equal opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibit discrimination on the basis of race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.We comply with all affirmative action requirements for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.We respect the rights of those under federal, state and local laws, including California, Colorado, and other US State Acts.We are a federal contractor and comply with related affirmative action requirements.We are committed to inclusion and provide accommodations during the hiring process as needed. Location Restrictions San Francisco Residents Only. We will consider qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records for employment in compliance with the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance. Los Angeles Residents Only. We will consider for employment all qualified applicants, including those with criminal histories, in a manner consistent with applicable state and local laws, including the City of Los Angeles’ Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance. #J-18808-Ljbffr