Senior Specialist - SAP ABAP Module (10-12 yrs)

Job Description :

- To provide on-going IT support as part of the SAP Development Team (ABAP) focusing on the development, maintenance, and enhancement of Linde's custom solutions, with special emphasis on S/4 ABAP

- The role involves supporting all the SAP Systems Development related operational and Project/Enhancements, adapting standard design application systems to optimize IT solutions, and ensuring compliance with Linde's SAP Programming Guidelines.

- The position requires hands-on implementation of complex SAP ABAP/ABAP-OO/ODATA/SAP S/4 HANA solutions, as well as training and governance activities for internal and external teams.

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 Linde's 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.

Key Interfaces :

- SAP Functional Consultants

- Other SAP & Non-SAP Support Teams

- Project Managers / Team Managers / Team Leads

- Process Teams (e.g., Service Quality Management, Service Provider Management)

Required critical behaviors :

- 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

Required qualifications/experience (internal & external candidates :

Qualifications :

- A degree or equivalent from a reputed institute

- Formal training and/or Certification in related technology or process areas would be desired

Experience :

- Should have overall 2-6 years of relevant SAP Development experience working with reputed companies

- 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 organization

- Strong customer focus and Intercultural experience