SAP Development Manager/Architect - Industrial

Accenture•Chicago, IL

8d•Hybrid

About The Position

This role is for a transformation maven with the skills to help clients meet the challenges of digitization. The individual will use their know-how, creativity, and analytical powers to solve clients' most complex technical problems so their companies can do more. They will be comfortable leading development teams and owning technical architecture, as well as diving into the details of Clean Core extensibility, ABAP Cloud, and BTP. The role requires strong communication and people skills to inspire teams and advise senior client stakeholders with confidence.

Requirements

Minimum of 5 years experience developing SAP applications using S/4HANA ABAP (NetWeaver 7.4/7.5) and ABAP Cloud.
Minimum of 3 years experience with SAP BTP tools and services (latest Application Development and Automation stack).
Minimum of 3 years experience with data modeling using CDS views, AMDP, OData, or related custom development.
Minimum of 3 years SAP custom development using Fiori-first, Clean Core, and BTP side-by-side approaches, including RAP.
Minimum of 2 years in a technical leadership role (code reviews, architecture sign-offs, client workshops).
Prior experience supporting the Industrial industry/clients.
Prior experience in a Consulting/Advisory role.
Bachelor's degree or equivalent (minimum 12 years' work experience). If Associate's Degree, must have equivalent minimum 6-year work experience.

Nice To Haves

1+ years with Cloud Application Programming.
SAP certification in ABAP Cloud, BTP (Developer or Solution Architect), or SAP Business AI / Generative AI.
Hands-on exposure to SAP Build (Build Apps, Build Process Automation, Build Work Zone) and CAP (Node.js / Java).
DevOps for SAP - Git-based transport / gCTS, CI/CD, and automated testing (e.g., ABAP Unit, ADT).
Familiarity with SAP Business AI - Joule, Joule Studio, and Generative AI Hub grounding / RAG patterns.

Responsibilities

Lead the design, build, and test of SAP custom development and extensibility solutions on S/4HANA and BTP, primarily using ABAP Cloud, RAP, CAP, Fiori, and Clean Core methodologies.
Drive the transition from classic ABAP to Clean Core; guide custom-code remediation and released-API adoption.
Own technical design for workstreams; conduct code reviews, architecture sign-offs, and design workshops.
Leverage Generative AI Hub / Joule Studio to infuse development with SAP Guide and mentor global delivery teams; communicate effectively across technical levels and geographies.