SAP Technical Architect- Federal

Introduction

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Your role and responsibilities

We are seeking an experienced SAP Enterprise Architect to join IBM Consulting SAP team and lead the design and implementation of future-state SAP architectures for IBM clients. This strategic role will focus on aligning enterprise technology solutions with business goals, leveraging industry standards, modern cloud technologies, and human-centric design principles.

Key Responsibilities

1. Strategic Architecture & Roadmap Development
   • Define single or multi-instance SAP implementation strategies.
   • Develop global process templates and global-local governance frameworks.
   • Create Clean Core strategies and SAP landscape blueprints.
   • Ensure high availability (HA), disaster recovery (DR), and business continuity through robust, multi-tiered architectures.
   • Utilize tools such as SAP LeanIX, Signavio, and Celonis to create enterprise roadmaps and application rationalization strategies.
   • Experience with implementation of Artificial Intelligence to supplement SAP capabilities.
   • Drive modernization within the SAP ecosystem using Cloud First, API First, SAP Fiori-first, and microservices-based approaches.
2. Technology Infrastructure Optimization
   • Recommend cost-optimized infrastructure strategies including SAP RISE and cloud vendor alignment.
   • Advocate for CI/CD practices, modular architectures, and agile operations methodologies.
3. Integration & Extensibility
   • Design enterprise integration frameworks using SAP BTP to support extensibility, DevOps, innovation, and hybrid environments.
   • Experience with data migration technologies and data strategies to transition to S/4HANA systems.
   • Reduce custom development through strategic BTP extensibility models.
4. Security & Compliance
   • Design and implement Zero Trust architectures with end-to-end data encryption.
   • Ensure compliance with enterprise IT security, regulatory standards, and service delivery requirements.
5. Implementation Strategy & Execution
   • Lead architecture-focused workshops with clients and internal teams.
   • Develop detailed implementation roadmaps, including SAP BOMs, timelines, resourcing plans, and cost estimates.
   • Partner with Program Management to establish governance models and initiative prioritization.
   • "Leaders are expected to spend time with their teams and clients and therefore are generally expected to be in the workplace a minimum of three days a week, subject to business needs."
   • This position can be performed anywhere in the US.

Required Technical and Professional Expertise

Required Qualifications

• Proven experience in enterprise-scale SAP architecture, including SAP RISE and cloud transformation initiatives.
• Deep understanding of SAP platforms and tools, including SAP Fiori, SAP BTP, and integration technologies.
• Expertise in designing secure, scalable, and compliant IT architectures.
• Strong facilitation skills for workshops and cross-functional collaboration.
• Excellent communication, presentation, and stakeholder engagement capabilities.

Preferred Technical and Professional Experience

Knowledge of various SAP modules and implementation experience with ECC and S/4HANA environments.

IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal-opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status.