Project Expert - Development (multiple positions available)

SAP IT Business Systeme; San Ramon (CA); Hybrid; USD 166,000 - 276,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Hybrid work model

Competitive compensation

Job summary

SAP America, Inc. seeks a Project Expert - Development (multiple positions) at San Ramon, CA to oversee planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects and programs. Hybrid work model and a focus on value creation for stakeholders.

The role requires strong stakeholder management, SDLC expertise, and user-centered design, with multi-year experience in advanced PM and global delivery. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits accompany the role.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Business Administration, Technology, or a related field and seven (7) years of experience.
• Alternatively, a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Business Administration, Technology, or a related field and five (5) years of experience.

Responsibilities

• Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project/program estimates, resource plans, and status reports.
• Provide leadership and guidance throughout the project/program lifecycle with cross-functional collaboration.
• Ensure adherence to best practices, standards, and methodologies in project/program execution.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance outcomes and efficiency.

Skills

Stakeholder Management

Microsoft Office Management

Software development lifecycle

User-centered design methodologies

Advanced Project Management Skills

Agile Methodology

Cross functional team delivery

Education

Bachelor's degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Business Administration, Technology

Master’s degree or foreign equivalent

Job description

• Full-time
• Compensation: USD 166,421 - USD 276,340 - yearly

Company Description

We help the world run better

At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

Job Description

Original Posting Date: 11/02/26

Work Model: Hybrid Work Model

Purpose and Objective:

SAP America, Inc. seeks a Project Expert - Development (multiple positions available) at our San Ramon, CA location to oversee the planning, execution, and delivery of technical projects/programs, ensuring successful outcomes, optimized processes, and value creation for stakeholders.

Expectations and Tasks:

The role fosters cross-functional collaboration to achieve objectives while adhering to best practices and delivering high-quality solutions. Develop detailed work plans, schedules, project/program estimates, resource plans, and status reports, conducting risk analysis and monitoring the progress of plans against project milestones and budgets. Provide leadership and guidance throughout the project/program lifecycle while collaborating with cross-functional teams to align efforts and ensure successful delivery of project goals. Ensure adherence to best practices, standards, and methodologies in project/program execution. Identify and implement process improvements to enhance project/program outcomes and efficiency.

Qualifications

Education and Occupational Experience:

Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Business Administration, Technology, or a related field of study and seven (7) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation. Will accept educational equivalency evaluation prepared by qualified evaluation service or in accordance with 8 CFR 214.2(h)(4)(iii)(D). Alternatively, a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Business Administration, Technology, or a related field of study and five (5) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.

Qualifications/Skills and Competencies Experience:

Experience must include five (5) years involving each of the following:

• Stakeholder Management;
• Microsoft Office Management;
• Software development lifecycle; and
• User-centered design methodologies & practices.

Experience must involve four (4) years in the following:

• Advanced Project Management Skills;
• Agile Methodology; and
• Cross functional team global team delivery management.

Compensation Range Transparency: The annual base salary range for this position is $166,421 - $276,340. SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is $198,200 - $337,000. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits .

Additional Information

All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

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Compensation Range Transparency
SAP believes pay transparency is essential to fostering an honest, supportive, and inclusive culture and is an important part of our commitment to pay equity. The salary range for this position is included in the job posting. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate will fall within that range and will depend on factors such as education, skills, experience, location, and scope of the role, as determined through the selection process. Where applicable, SAP may also provide variable incentive opportunities and additional benefits, subject to the terms of the relevant plans and policies. Any variable incentive amount is target-based, with actual payouts dependent on company and individual performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits .

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