Overview
The SAP Integration Suite Technical Consultant will be responsible for the hands-on development, implementation, and management of complex integration solutions using SAP Integration Suite (formerly known as SAP Cloud Platform Integration). This role demands a deep technical understanding of integration technologies and the ability to translate business requirements into reliable and scalable integration solutions.
Responsibilities
- Integration Design and Development: Collaborate with business analysts and stakeholders to gather and analyze integration requirements. Design and develop robust integration solutions using SAP Integration Suite, including creating integration flows, mappings, and configurations. Implement data transformation, message mappings, and value mappings to ensure accurate data exchange between systems.
- Configuration and Management: Configure and manage various integration adapters (e.g., HTTP, IDoc, SFTP, SOAP, REST) for connecting SAP and non-SAP systems. Ensure proper authentication and authorization mechanisms are in place, leveraging security artifacts such as OAuth, SSL, and digital certificates.
- Custom Development: Develop custom scripts using Groovy or Java for handling complex business logic and data transformations within integration flows. Create and manage APIs using API Management service of SAP Integration Suite for exposing business functionalities.
- Testing and Troubleshooting: Conduct unit testing, system integration testing, and performance testing to ensure the quality and reliability of integration solutions. Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to message processing, data transformation, and connectivity. Monitor integration processes using SAP Monitoring tools and manage message queues, logs, and alerts.
- Deployment and Documentation: Deploy integration scenarios across different environments, following change management procedures. Document integration designs, technical specifications, and user guides to facilitate knowledge sharing and ensure proper maintenance.
- Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest SAP integration technologies, tools, and best practices. Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to ensure adherence to design standards and technical quality.
Qualifications
Professional Experience:
- 4-6 years of hands-on experience with SAP Integration Suite (formerly SAP CPI).
- Proven experience in developing and managing complex integration scenarios within SAP and non-SAP environments.
Technical Skills:
- Proficiency in designing, developing, and configuring integration flows using SAP Integration Suite.
- Strong skills in Groovy or Java scripting for custom logic development.
- Experience with various integration protocols (e.g., HTTP, SOAP, REST, IDoc, SFTP) and security standards (e.g., OAuth, SSL).
- Familiarity with SAP APIs, BAPIs, IDocs, RFCs, and ALE.
- Knowledge of SAP PI/PO and other middleware platforms is a plus.
Tools and Technologies:
- SAP Integration Suite development tools and monitoring dashboards.
- API Management and Open Connectors within SAP Integration Suite.
- Advanced Event Mesh configuration and connecting it with Integration suite artifacts
Soft Skills:
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong communication skills to effectively interact with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Ability to handle multiple tasks and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment.
- Detail-oriented with a focus on delivering high-quality solutions.