Lead Solution Architect - Data Architecture

bp; Kuala Lumpur; Hybrid; MYR 260,000 - 360,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Annual bonus

EPF contributions 15%

Flexible working

Parental leave 16 weeks

Job summary

BP plc is seeking a Lead Data Architect to design and deliver end-to-end data solutions across SAP and non-SAP ecosystems. You will define data architecture, models and integration patterns to enable self-service analytics and data products across SAP BW/4HANA, HANA, and cloud platforms such as Databricks, AWS, and Azure.

You will collaborate with ERP architects, data engineers and platform engineers to ensure scalable, governed data products that support SAP ERP programs and multi-cloud data

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Information Systems; professional certifications preferred.
• 10+ years of experience with SAP BW/4HANA, SAP HANA SQL and ABAP; deep data architecture background.
• 8+ years of experience delivering end-to-end S/4HANA implementations & migrations.
• Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (Azure, AWS) and Databricks; knowledge of data governance tools.

Responsibilities

• Architect scalable data solutions spanning SAP ECC/S/4HANA, BW/4HANA and non-SAP platforms.
• Design data models and integration patterns for BI, analytics, and data products.
• Collaborate with ERP architects, engineers and business stakeholders to define roadmaps and governance.
• Develop PoCs to validate architectures and guide delivery teams.
• Ensure data products are governed with tooling like Alation, Collibra or SAP Datasphere and comply with data privacy rules.

Skills

Data architecture

Data governance

ELT/ETL design

Stakeholder collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or Information Systems

Master’s degree or professional certifications (preferred)

Tools

SAP BW/4HANA

SAP HANA SQL

ABAP

Databricks

Azure

AWS

SAP Datasphere

Palantir Foundry

Collibra

Alation

Job description

Entity:TechnologyJob Family Group:IT&S GroupJob Description:Job DescriptionOur purpose is to deliver energy to the world, today and tomorrow. For over 100 years, bp has passionate about discovering, developing, and producing oil and gas in the nations where we operate. We are one of the few companies globally that can provide governments and customers with a coordinated energy offering. Delivering our strategy sustainably is fundamental to achieving our ambition to be a net zero company by 2050 or sooner!As part of the ERP function, you will lead the build and delivery of enterprise data solutions whilst we transition from our legacy ERP estate to SAP RISE. This role is pivotal in crafting our data strategy across SAP and non-SAP ecosystems, enabling robust data integration, analytics, and data product development & ensuring we build an enduring architecture. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP data sources and a strong understanding of modern data platforms including data warehouses and lakehouses across a multi-cloud system landscape.Let me tell you about the roleWe are seeking a lead data architect with hands on experience on architecting & designing integrated data solutions that enable extract, load, transform (ELT) of SAP data as well as non-SAP data to enable delivery of enduring data products that encourage self-service and re-use across SAP BWs, Databricks, AWS & Azure native data platforms & Palantir Foundry & ensuring they are cataloged and discoverable. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience working in rollouts of global SAP ERP programs, building a roadmap that defines the end state & interim states for delivering data products & governing the develop & delivery of the data solutions throughout the journey of the ERP program.The candidate should also have general experience of processes and the data it transacts or references across multiple SAP application components from Finance, Procurement, Asset Management, Logistics, Sales & Distribution, Manufacturing, Material Management & IS-OIL.The candidate should also possess an understanding of data governance tooling, how they would be used to catalog & provide lineage, enforce implement quality rules & carry out data policies.Key AccountabilitiesPart of a cross-disciplinary team, working closely with functional ERP architects, data engineers, platform engineers, data scientists, data managers and process experts.Build and implement scalable data architectures that span SAP systems of record (SAP ECC, S/4HANA), SAP data platforms (BW/4HANA, SAC, Datasphere, Business Data Cloud), and non-SAP data platforms (Databricks, MS Fabric, PowerBI, AWS Glue, AWS Redshift)Develop conceptual, logical, and physical data models to support business intelligence, analytics, and data product initiatives.Design data integration solutions using tools such as SAP Datasphere, SLT, Azure Data Factory, Databricks Lakeflow and AWS native data integration patterns.Design operational analytics on SAP S/4HANA Embedded AnalyticsCollaborate with business and technical stakeholders to define pain points, working with vendors & surveying markets for potential solutions & authoring data architectures and how the architecture evolvesDesigning proof of concepts to prove out architectures and working closely with delivery teams to execute themEnsure data products are integrated into data governance tooling such as Alation, Collibra or SAP Datasphere to ensure quality, governance, and security across all data assets.Has an understanding of GDPR or equivalent data privacy legislation and how to design data solutions to remain compliantEssential Education:Bachelor’s degree in relevant field.Professional certification, master’s degree, or extensive relevant work experience.Certifications:SAP BW/4HANA, Power BI Certified Application Associate, Fabric Data Engineer Associate, Databricks Data Engineer Associate (preferred)Essential Experience and Job Requirements:10+ years of experience SAP BW/4HANA, SAP HANA SQL, ABAPBachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.8+ years of experience in data architecture, with significant exposure to SAP data platforms.At least 1 end to end large-scale S/4HANA implementations & migration projectStrong expertise in SAP ECC, S/4HANA, BW/4HANA & CDS ViewsProven experience integrating SAP and non-SAP data sources into unified platforms.Hands-on experience with cloud data platforms (e.g., Azure, AWS), lakehouses (e.g., Databricks), and modern data tools.Hands-on experience with building analytic solutions both SAP (e.g. BW queries, SAC) and non-SAP (e.g. PowerBI)Proficiency in data modeling, SQL, and data pipeline design using SparkFamiliarity with data governance frameworks and metadata management tools such as Alation, Collibra or SAP DatasphereBONUS: Hands on data engineering experience with SAP Business Data CloudBONUS: Hands on data engineering experience with Palantir FoundryWhat we offer:It’s crucial to us that the differences we see in the world around us are reflected in our workplace. Who you are is what counts, not where you’re from or how you live your life. At bp, we support our people to learn and grow in a diverse and challenging environment. We believe that our team is strengthened by diversity. We are committed to encouraging an inclusive environment in which everyone is respected and treated fairly. There are many aspects of our employees’ lives that are meaningful, so we offer benefits to enable your work to fit with your life. These benefits include:Generous salary package including an annual bonus program and individual performance-based incentives.Additional EPF contributions totaling 15%.Excellent work-life balance & flexible working arrangements!Collaborative environment that celebrates achievements, diversity, and cultureOngoing career development and progression opportunities in a global organization16 weeks paid parental leave (4 weeks partner leave)Travel RequirementNo travel is expected with this roleRelocation Assistance:This role is not eligible for relocationRemote Type:This position is a hybrid of office/remote workingSkills:Agility core practices, Business modelling, Creativity and Innovation, Data Analysis, Data design, Digital Analytics, Emerging technology monitoring, Information Assurance, Integration, IT Management, IT strategy and planning, Network Design, Requirements definition and management, Risk Management, Service operations and resiliency, Solution Architecture, Systems Development Management, Technical specialism, User Experience Analysis.Legal Disclaimer:We are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of protected characteristics like race, religion, color, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, veteran status or disability status. Individuals with an accessibility need may request an adjustment/accommodation related to bp’s recruiting process (e.g., accessing the job application, completing required assessments, participating in telephone screenings or interviews, etc.). If you would like to request an adjustment/accommodation related to the recruitment process, please contact us.If you are selected for a position and depending upon your role, your employment may be contingent upon adherence to local policy. This may include pre-placement drug screening, medical review of physical fitness for the role, and background checks.Expand job descriptionDisclaimerThis is a high-level summary only of terms and current discretionary benefits applicable to certain roles. 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