SAP Senior Data Engineer

Envision Employment Solutions; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading consulting and technology firm in Abu Dhabi is seeking an experienced SAP Senior Data Engineer. This role involves designing, developing, and managing finance and procurement reports in an Azure-based Data Platform, requiring deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA and Tableau. Candidates must have at least 7-10 years of experience in data reporting and analytics, with a strong focus on ETL processes and data governance. This position is on-site in the UAE, with no remote or hybrid options available.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 7-10 years of hands-on experience in SAP reporting and analytics.
• Proven expertise in Azure Cloud Infrastructure and Tableau for data visualization.
• Strong experience in building ETL pipelines and integrating data from various SAP systems.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and development of reports and dashboards within the SAP Data Platform.
• Architect and manage reporting solutions on Azure Data Platform.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to understand reporting needs and define KPIs.

Skills

SAP reporting

Azure Cloud Infrastructure

Tableau

Data Governance

Data Quality Management

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science

Tools

SAP S / 4HANA

Azure Data Factory

Databricks

Tableau

Job description

Envision Employment Solutions is currently looking for a SAP Senior Data Engineer for one of our partners, a global leader in consulting, digital transformation, technology, and engineering services.

Please note : This position requires the candidate’s physical presence in the UAE. Remote or hybrid arrangements are not available at this time. The selected candidate should be able to relocate and start within one month from offer acceptance.

Job Summary :

Our partner is undergoing a major digital transformation and is seeking an experienced SAP Enterprise Data Platform Reporting Lead to design, develop, and manage finance and procurement reports, dashboards, and analytics within the Azure-based Enterprise Data Platform (Azure Data Factory, ADLS, Databricks). This hands-on, leadership role requires expertise in utilizing SAP data, the Azure cloud ecosystem, and Tableau visualization to drive impactful business insights. The ideal candidate will be responsible for reporting solutions end-to-end, ensuring accuracy, reliability, and real-time access to critical business data for decision-making.

This position requires deep technical expertise in SAP Basis, S / 4HANA system administration, cloud technologies, and a hands-on approach to managing and optimizing both the SAP S / 4HANA landscape and SAP BTP infrastructure.

Responsibilities :

• SAP Data Reporting & Analytics :
• Lead the design, development, and implementation of financial and procurement reports, dashboards, and analytics within the SAP Enterprise Data Platform.
• Utilize SAP S / 4HANA and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) data to create business-driven, real-time reporting solutions for Finance and Procurement teams.
• Work closely with business stakeholders to define reporting requirements and translate them into technical solutions.
• Azure Cloud Data Platform Integration :
• Architect, develop, and manage reporting solutions on Azure Data Platform, including Azure Data Factory (ADF), Azure Data Lake Storage (ADLS), and Databricks.
• Integrate SAP data with Azure services to build efficient ETL pipelines and ensure seamless reporting capabilities across systems.
• Implement and manage data pipelines, ensuring data quality, accuracy, and consistency within the data lake environment.
• Tableau Visualization and Reporting :
• Lead the creation of interactive and visually compelling reports and dashboards in Tableau.
• Design intuitive user interfaces for stakeholders to access and interpret critical business data easily.
• Optimize Tableau reports for performance, scalability, and user experience.
• Data Governance & Quality :
• Define and enforce data governance frameworks to ensure that reporting and analytics are built on high-quality, consistent, and compliant data.
• Collaborate with data owners to establish data quality rules, validation checks, and automated monitoring to guarantee the integrity of financial and procurement data.
• Ensure reporting solutions comply with relevant data privacy regulations, including GDPR and CCPA.
• Collaboration and Stakeholder Management :
• Work directly with business stakeholders across Finance, Procurement, and Supply Chain to understand reporting needs and define KPIs.
• Provide regular updates and insights to senior leadership, ensuring alignment with business goals and strategic priorities.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including SAP, Azure, and Tableau developers, to implement and deliver end-to-end reporting solutions.
• Performance Optimization :
• Identify and implement performance optimization strategies for data extraction, transformation, and reporting processes to ensure efficient use of resources and high responsiveness.
• Proactively monitor data flows and performance metrics across the Azure Data Platform and Tableau environment to resolve issues and optimize reporting capabilities.
• Continuous Improvement and Innovation :
• Stay up-to-date with the latest technologies and trends in SAP, Azure, and data analytics, and continuously integrate innovative approaches to reporting and analytics.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement in reporting processes, ensuring that the organization stays at the forefront of data-driven decision-making.
• Training & Knowledge Sharing :
• Conduct training sessions for business users and technical teams to ensure the effective use of reporting tools and data platforms.
• Mentor junior data analysts and consultants, helping them develop their technical and business acumen in reporting and analytics.

Requirements

Professional Experience :

Minimum of 7-10 years of hands-on experience in SAP reporting, analytics, and data management, including experience in Finance and Procurement reporting.

Proven expertise in Azure Cloud Infrastructure (ADF, ADLS, Databricks) and Tableau for data visualization and reporting.

Strong experience in building ETL pipelines and integrating data from various SAP systems into Azure-based platforms for reporting.

Experience with SAP S / 4HANA, SAP BTP, and familiarity with SAP Finance and Procurement modules.

Hands-on experience in data governance, data quality management, and building analytics solutions for large enterprises.

Educational Qualifications :

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.

Relevant certifications in SAP (e.g., SAP S / 4HANA), Azure, or Tableau are highly desirable.

Technical Expertise :

In-depth knowledge of Azure cloud technologies (ADF, ADLS, Databricks) and their use in data engineering and reporting solutions.

Expertise in data modeling, data integration, and developing scalable data solutions in SAP and Azure.

Advanced proficiency in Tableau for report / dashboard design, optimization, and deployment.

Strong understanding of SAP S / 4HANA data models for Finance and Procurement.

Process and Methodologies :

Experience with Agile methodologies and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence) for managing reporting projects.

Strong knowledge of data governance frameworks and reporting best practices in a cloud-based environment.

Preferred Experience :

Experience in the aviation or travel industry.

Experience with SAP Data Intelligence or other SAP analytics tools.

Familiarity with other data visualization tools and BI platforms (Power BI, Qlik).