Specialist / Sr. Specialist - SAP Development (ABAP)

Principal responsibilities :

• The principal responsibilities of this role include developing and supporting complex IT solutions, particularly within SAP S/4 ABAP technology, in alignment with Global IS policies, guidelines, and requirements.
• The role involves contributing to Linde Projects, ensuring timely completion and effective integration with SAP and niche applications.
• Responsibilities also include designing, developing, and maintaining software solutions, performing code reviews, ensuring compliance with Lindes SAP programming guidelines, and promoting best practices across global teams.
• Additionally, the role requires participation in team callouts and providing out-of-office support, including weekends and public holidays (as and when needed).
• The individual will also mentor development teams, manage technical quality, and contribute to the creation and implementation of development standards and policies.
• In certain cases, the role may involve leading projects or parts of projects, ensuring progress and delivering on expectations.

** Please note, candidate will be considered for Specialist or Senior Specialist position based on years of experience and skill level.

Required critical behaviours:

• Quick to gain knowledge through on-the-job training and continuous learning.
• Strong organizational skills, with the ability to effectively plan, prioritize, and multi-task across multiple assignments.
• Self-motivated, meticulous, and capable of working in an organized manner.
• Effective communicator with the ability to interact with team members, stakeholders, and peers across different time zones, both technically and non-technically.
• Ability to coordinate with multiple teams and integrate across IS functions, working with global clients.
• Demonstrates strong analytical skills, with the ability to think creatively and solve problems based on previous experience and data analysis.
• Delivers high-quality solutions within the area of expertise, impacting business success.
• May take on supervisory responsibilities, including training and mentoring new recruits.

Required key skills (functional/technical):

• Strong hands-on experience in S/4 ABAP (RICEW, OData, Smart Forms, ABAP-OO, CDS Views) including Interactive Reporting, Dialog Programming, ALE/IDocs, Interface Programming, SAP Workflow
• Being a Full Stack Developer (UI5+ABAP) would be an added advantage
• Strong technical analysis, design, testing, and implementation skills for SAP developments, from small enhancements to complex projects.
• Knowledge of BTP and experience in DevOps, and related technologies would be a plus.
• Familiarity with IS strategy, team integration, and the latest trends in information technology.
• Proficient in applying templates, standards, and methodologies.
• Excellent communication and coordination skills, with the ability to work effectively across teams and across different time zones

Experience:

• Deep technical expertise in a specific area or broad experience of multiple areas related to the Service being delivered
• Full project lifecycle development and system support experience
• Experience in one or more of the following functional areas viz. MM, SD, FICO, etc. would be an advantage
• Experience of having technically led a small / medium sized project team independently. Acted as a point of contact for customers and responsible for technical issues in previous engagement preferred.
• Excellent communication skills in English (speaking and writing) and competence to communicate with management and colleagues outside the organisation
• Strong customer focus and Intercultural experience