SAP Specialist

SCUBE; England; On-site; GBP 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology firm in the UK is seeking a SAP Analytics Cloud and Datasphere Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise analytics solutions. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to understand analytics requirements, designing dashboards, and optimizing data architectures across various domains. Ideal candidates have proven experience with SAP technologies and Azure Fabric. This is a full-time position at the mid-senior level, emphasizing the importance of effective communication and stakeholder management skills.

Qualifications

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect in SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Datasphere.
• Strong understanding of S/4HANA architecture, especially across Finance, Procurement, HCM, and Travel domains.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Fabric, data lakes, and cloud-native integration patterns.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with end users, gather requirements, and deliver impactful reports and dashboards.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design and delivery of enterprise analytics solutions.
• Design and deliver interactive dashboards using SAP Analytics Cloud.
• Architect scalable data models in SAP Datasphere.
• Ensure seamless integration with S/4HANA modules and Azure Fabric.
• Support project planning and delivery tracking.

Skills

SAP Analytics Cloud

SAP Datasphere

S/4HANA architecture

Azure Fabric

Data modeling

Stakeholder management

Agile project delivery

Education

SAP Certification in SAC and/or Datasphere

Tools

Power BI

Azure Synapse

Job description

Role Overview

We are seeking a hands‑on SAP Analytics Cloud (SAC) and Datasphere Solution Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise analytics solutions within a fast‑paced, time‑and-budget‑constrained transformation program. This role is central to enabling actionable insights across Finance, Procurement, HR, and Travel & Expense domains, integrating SAP Datasphere and SAC with Azure Fabric and other enterprise systems.

Key Responsibilities

• Engage directly with end users and business stakeholders to understand reporting and analytics requirements.
• Design and deliver interactive dashboards, reports, and planning models using SAP Analytics Cloud.
• Architect scalable and performant data models and semantic layers in SAP Datasphere.
• Ensure seamless integration with S/4HANA modules (Finance, Ariba, SuccessFactors, Concur) and Azure Fabric.
• Define and implement data pipelines across SAP and non‑SAP systems, ensuring data consistency and availability.
• Work closely with functional leads, data owners, and technical teams to align analytics solutions with business goals.
• Translate complex business needs into technical specifications and solution designs.
• Provide hands‑on guidance in data ingestion, transformation, and governance within SAP Datasphere.
• Optimize performance, ensure data security, and maintain compliance across analytics platforms.
• Support project planning, estimation, and delivery tracking.
• Identify risks and propose mitigation strategies related to data architecture and analytics delivery.

Required Skills & Experience

• Proven experience as a Solution Architect in SAP Analytics Cloud and SAP Datasphere.
• Strong understanding of S/4HANA architecture, especially across Finance, Procurement, HCM, and Travel domains.
• Hands‑on experience with Azure Fabric, data lakes, and cloud‑native integration patterns.
• Expertise in data modeling, semantic layer design, and real‑time data integration.
• Demonstrated ability to engage with end users, gather requirements, and deliver impactful reports and dashboards.
• Familiarity with Ariba, SuccessFactors, and Concur data structures and reporting needs.
• Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and documentation skills.
• Experience working in agile delivery environments with tight deadlines and budget constraints.

Preferred Qualifications

• SAP Certified in SAC and/or Datasphere.
• Experience with Power BI, Azure Synapse, or other BI tools.
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and compliance frameworks.
• Prior experience in large‑scale SAP transformation programs.

Seniority Level

• Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

• Full‑time

Job Function

• Information Technology

Industries

• Technology, Information and Media