Senior SAP Basis Admin

EPAM Systems; Madrid; Hybrid; EUR 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Private health insurance

Employee stock purchase plan

100% paid sick leave

Referral program

Professional certification

Language courses

Job summary

EPAM Systems in Madrid is seeking a Senior SAP Basis Admin to install, configure, and manage SAP environments including S/4HANA and BW. You will optimize performance, ensure security, and support complex projects in a regulated, financial services setting.

The role requires 5+ years of hands-on SAP Basis experience, Unix/Linux and Windows administration, and strong English communication. Hybrid work with opportunities for professional certification and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of hands-on SAP Basis Administration experience.
• Experience with SAP NetWeaver, SAP HANA and related products.
• Proficiency in Unix/Linux and Windows system administration.
• Familiarity with SAP Solution Manager and cloud connectors (BTP).
• Strong knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, Fiori, and SAP Authorization concepts.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SAP systems including S/4HANA and BW.
• Plan upgrades, patches, and enhancements to SAP environments.
• Monitor and optimize performance; ensure security and compliance.
• Troubleshoot SAP Basis issues; manage SAP BTP subaccounts/spaces.
• Develop backup/DR strategies and document configurations.

Skills

SAP Basis Administration

Unix/Linux

Windows Server

SAP NetWeaver

S/4HANA

SAP HANA

Security & compliance

English communication

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science/ IT, or related field

Tools

SAP Solution Manager

SAP BTP

XAMS

PFCG

Job description

We're looking for a Senior SAP Basis Admin to join our team in Madrid, Spain in a hybrid working mode. In this role, you will be responsible for the installation, configuration, and ongoing management of SAP environments, including S/4HANA and BW systems. You will ensure system stability, performance optimization, and security, collaborating with functional and technical teams to support complex projects and critical business processes for a leading global wealth management organization.

This position offers the opportunity to work with cutting-edge SAP technologies, manage high-availability systems, and contribute to digital transformation initiatives in a dynamic, highly regulated environment.

Responsibilities

• Install, configure, and maintain SAP systems, including S/4HANA and BW
• Plan and implement SAP upgrades, patches, and enhancements
• Monitor and optimize system performance to maintain operational efficiency
• Troubleshoot and resolve SAP Basis-related issues in a timely manner
• Administer SAP BTP, including Subaccount and space management
• Develop and manage backup and disaster recovery strategies
• Design and deploy custom roles and composite profiles using PFCG and XAMS for security compliance
• Maintain comprehensive documentation of all configurations, processes, and operational procedures
• Collaborate closely with functional and technical teams to support SAP deployments and projects
• Ensure compliance with security policies, corporate standards, and regulatory requirements

Requirements

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• 5+ years of hands-on experience as an SAP Basis Administrator
• Proven experience with SAP NetWeaver, SAP HANA, and related SAP products
• Expertise in both Unix/Linux and Windows environments for system administration
• Familiarity with SAP Solution Manager and cloud connectors, including BTP management
• Knowledge of database administration, particularly Oracle and HANA
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and system performance tuning
• In-depth knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, Fiori, and SAP Authorization Concepts
• Ability to work independently and handle multiple tasks in a highly dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills in English

Nice to have

• Experience with XITING Authorization Management Suite (XAMS)
• Exposure to cloud platforms integrated with SAP landscapes
• Familiarity with IT compliance and audit requirements in financial services

We offer

• Private health insurance
• EPAM Employees Stock Purchase Plan
• 100% paid sick leave
• Referral Program
• Professional certification
• Language courses

EPAM is a leading digital transformation services and product engineering company with 61,700+ EPAMers in 55+ countries and regions. Since 1993, our multidisciplinary teams have been helping make the future real for our clients and communities around the world. In 2018, we opened an office in Spain that quickly grew to over 1,450 EPAMers distributed between the offices in Málaga, Madrid and Cáceres as well as remotely across the country. Here you will collaborate with multinational teams, contribute to numerous innovative projects, and have an opportunity to learn and grow continuously.

Why Join EPAM

• WORK AND LIFE BALANCE. Enjoy more of your personal time with flexible work options, 24 working days of annual leave and paid time off for numerous public holidays.
• CONTINUOUS LEARNING CULTURE. Craft your personal Career Development Plan to align with your learning objectives. Take advantage of internal training, mentorship, sponsored certifications and LinkedIn courses.
• CLEAR AND DIFFERENT CAREER PATHS. Grow in engineering or managerial direction to become a People Manager, in-depth technical specialist, Solution Architect, or Project/Delivery Manager.
• STRONG PROFESSIONAL COMMUNITY. Join a global EPAM community of highly skilled experts and connect with them to solve challenges, exchange ideas, share expertise and make friends.