ABAP developer Newark California

ABAP Lead Developer Location: Newark, California (Onsite – 4 days/week) Employment Type: Contract / Full-Time Job Summary We are seeking an experienced ABAP Lead Developer with strong expertise in SAP development and integrations to join our team. The ideal candidate will lead ABAP development efforts in an S/4HANA environment, drive technical design, and support complex integrations with external systems. This role requires both hands-on development and leadership capabilities. Key Responsibilities Lead the development, enhancement, and maintenance of ABAP objects including Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, and Workflows (RICEFW). Architect and implement integrations between SAP and external systems (e.g., Salesforce, Neptune) using REST, SOAP, and OData services. Design and build end-to-end interfaces using SAP Gateway, Workato, and SAP BTP Integration Suite. Ensure secure integrations by implementing authentication and authorization best practices. Optimize ABAP programs, SQL queries, and APIs for performance, scalability, and efficiency. Analyze technical bottlenecks and propose architectural improvements. Develop solutions using S/4HANA technologies such as Core Data Services (CDS) and RAP (RESTful ABAP Programming Model). Collaborate with functional teams across modules like OTC, PTP, VMS, Service, and Warranty. Ensure adherence to SAP best practices, coding standards, and reusable design principles. Conduct code reviews and provide technical leadership to development teams. Work closely with business analysts, architects, and stakeholders to deliver integrated solutions. Communicate technical concepts clearly to both technical and non-technical audiences. Mentor junior developers and promote knowledge sharing within the team. Required Skills & Qualifications 10+ years of SAP ABAP development experience. Strong experience with S/4HANA ABAP (CDS views, RAP model). Hands-on experience with SAP integrations (REST, SOAP, OData). Experience with SAP Gateway, SAP BTP Integration Suite, and middleware tools like Workato. Strong understanding of RICEFW objects. Experience in performance tuning and optimization. Knowledge of SAP functional modules such as OTC, PTP, VMS, Service, and Warranty. Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills. Strong communication and leadership abilities. Georgia IT Inc