Senior Systems Analyst (SAP BAIP)

Ghirardelli Chocolate Company; Toronto; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is seeking a senior Integration Architect to lead SAP BAIP-based design and delivery across AI, integration, and governance initiatives.

You will guide three-layer architecture, agent-enabled solutions, and secure enterprise integrations with AMS partners and global teams. Responsibilities include designing scalable solutions with BAIP services, contributing to ARB governance, and ensuring DevOps and CI/CD best practices are followed.

Qualifications

• Strong expertise in SAP BAIP (Integration Suite, Extension Suite, HANA Cloud) and SAP CPI.
• Proficiency in Java, Node.js, JavaScript; experience with CAP and SAP Fiori/UI5.
• Experience with REST/OData services and microservices architecture; cloud platforms (Azure preferred).
• Knowledge of SAP S/4HANA architecture and integrations; IAM/SSO familiarity.

Tools

SAP BAIP

SAP CPI

API Management

Event Mesh

Java

Node.js

JavaScript

CAP

SAP Fiori/UI5

REST

OData

Microservices

Azure

Job description

Essential Functions

This position brings strong technical depth, business acumen, and the ability to collaborate across IT, functional teams, and external partners. Apply SAP Business AI Platform (BAIP) three-layer architecture principles across solution design, development, integration, and governance.

Solution Design & Architecture

• Design and deliver agents, applications, automations, and workflows.
• Joule Studio 2.0 - Develop solutions using low-code, pro-code, and intent-based development approaches.
• Agent-to-Agent communication and Model Context Protocols (MCPs) - Enable interoperable agent collaboration and contextual tool access.
• Contribute to the design and architecture of scalable solutions using BAIP services (Integration Suite, Extension Suite, SAP Build, CAP, etc.)
• Define and implement extension strategies for SAP S/4HANA and other SAP/non-SAP systems
• Ensure adherence to clean core principles and SAP best practices
• Contribute to the Architecture Review Board (ARB) governance

Integration & API Management

• Design and implement integrations using:
• SAP Integration Suite (CPI, API Management, Event Mesh)
• REST, OData, SOAP APIs
• Enable event-driven and API-first architecture
• Ensure high-quality, secure, and reusable integrations across enterprise systems

Application Development & Extensions

• Build intelligent automation, AI agents, and knowledge-driven applications.
• Drive testing and automation/AI strategies
• Develop applications using: SAP BTP (Cloud Foundry environment)
• CAP (Cloud Application Programming Model)
• SAP Build Apps / Fiori / UI5
• Build extensions for S/4HANA, Commerce, and other digital platforms
• Ensure code quality, version control, and automated deployments
• Ensure compliance with DevOps and CI/CD best practices

Stakeholder Collaboration

• Partner with technical and functional IT teams and stakeholders
• Translate business requirements into technical solutions
• Work closely with AMS vendors, system integrators, and global teams

Governance, Security & Compliance

• Ensure security, compliance, and controlled lifecycle management for AI solutions.
• Implement enterprise-grade control over AI operations.
• Monitor, audit, and govern AI agents within SAP AI Agent Hub.
• Manage data access, system permissions, and agent behavior.
• Ensure compliance with security standards (IAM, OAuth, SSO)
• Enforce enterprise integration and development standards
• Support audit, risk management, and regulatory requirements

Basic Qualifications

• Strong expertise in:
• SAP BAIP (Integration Suite, Extension Suite, HANA Cloud)
• SAP CPI (Cloud Platform Integration)
• API Management & Event Mesh
• Proficiency in:
• Java, Node.js, JavaScript
• CAP (Cloud Application Programming Model)
• SAP Fiori/UI5
• Experience with:
• REST/OData services
• Microservices architecture
• Cloud platforms (Azure preferred)
• Knowledge of:
• SAP S/4HANA architecture and integrations
• Identity Authentication Services (IAS) / Identity Provisioning (IPS)

Preferred Certifications

• SAP Certified Development Associate - SAP BTP
• SAP Certified Technology Specialist - SAP Integration Suite
• SAP Certified Development Associate - SAP Fiori / UI5
• SAP Certified Application Associate - S/4HANA (preferred)
• Cloud certifications (nice to have):
• Microsoft Azure Fundamentals / Architect
• Agile/Scrum certifications (optional)

Personal Characteristics

• Demonstrates ownership, accountability, and attention to detail in technical delivery and support activities.
• Communicates clearly with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Applies strong analytical thinking to troubleshoot integration issues and improve operational reliability.
• Collaborates across business segments, disciplines, and geographies with a service-oriented mindset.
• Continuously seeks practical, secure, and efficient ways to improve integration delivery and support outcomes.

Company Description

Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is the supply chain and business shared services company supporting the Lindt & Sprüngli family of brands: Lindt USA, Ghirardelli Chocolate Company, and Russell Stover Chocolates. The company is headquartered in Kansas City, Missouri.

Employment is contingent upon satisfactory verification of eligibility to work in Canada and completion of any lawful, role-appropriate pre-employment checks.

Lindt & Sprüngli (North America) Inc. is an equal opportunity employer committed to an inclusive workplace. Employment decisions are made without discrimination on any ground protected by applicable human rights legislation. Accommodation is available throughout the recruitment process upon request. Principals only, please.

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