SAP BW Lead

TechDigital Group; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions provider is seeking an experienced SAP BW Lead to manage and deliver BI and data warehousing solutions. The role involves designing and implementing SAP BW solutions while mentoring a team of developers. The ideal candidate must have 8-12 years of experience in SAP BW, a solid understanding of data governance, and proficiency in various SAP BusinessObjects tools. Strong leadership and project management skills are essential to align with business objectives and deliver quality solutions.

Qualifications

• 8–12 years of hands-on experience in SAP BW (version 7.x).
• Strong understanding of data governance, security roles, and authorizations in BW.
• Experience with performance tuning and monitoring data loads.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of SAP BW solutions.
• Manage ETL data flows and transformations.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of data models and InfoObjects.
• Act as a technical lead for BW-related projects.

Skills

Data modeling

ETL processes

ABAP programming

Performance optimization

Team leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SAP BusinessObjects (WebI, Crystal Reports, Analysis for Office)

Job description

Job Title: SAP BW Lead (Business Warehouse)

Experience Level: Senior / Lead (8+ years)

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced SAP BW Lead to manage and deliver Business Intelligence (BI) and Data Warehousing solutions using SAP Business Warehouse (BW 7.x) and SAP BusinessObjects. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in SAP BW architecture, data modeling, and ETL processes, along with strong leadership and stakeholder management skills. The role involves driving end-to-end BI initiatives — from requirement gathering to delivery — while mentoring a team of developers.

1. Solution Design & Architecture

• Lead the design, development, and implementation of SAP BW solutions across multiple business domains.
• Architect scalable data warehouse models and ensure alignment with business and reporting needs.
• Integrate data from SAP ECC modules (FI/CO, SD, MM, HR, PP) and non-SAP systems using BEx Extractors or custom data sources.
• Design and manage InfoCubes, DSOs (DataStore Objects), MultiProviders, and CompositeProviders.
• Develop and maintain BEx Queries, ensuring optimized performance and usability for business users.

2. Development & Delivery

• Manage ETL data flows, transformations, and data extraction processes using standard and custom extractors.
• Oversee the creation and maintenance of data models, InfoObjects, and DataSources.
• Work with reporting tools such as SAP BEx Analyzer, BusinessObjects Web Intelligence, Crystal Reports, or Lumira.
• Coordinate with functional and business teams to align reporting deliverables with KPIs and analytics goals.

3. Leadership & Team Management

• Lead a team of SAP BW developers and analysts to deliver high-quality BI solutions.
• Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, and peer mentoring.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to prioritize and plan project activities effectively.

4. System Administration & Performance

• Manage transport requests, BW housekeeping, and system performance optimization.
• Implement process chains and monitor data loads for accuracy and timeliness.
• Ensure data quality, security, and authorization compliance across the BW landscape.

5. Project Management & Stakeholder Collaboration

• Act as a technical lead for BW-related projects — from design through go-live and post-support.
• Engage with business stakeholders to translate analytical requirements into technical solutions.
• Support agile and iterative delivery models, maintaining high transparency on project progress.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field.
• 8–12 years of hands-on experience in SAP BW (version 7.x).
• Expertise in:
  • Data modeling, InfoCubes, DSOs, MultiProviders, and BEx Queries.
  • ETL processes, data extraction from SAP ECC (FI/CO, MM, SD, HR, etc.) and non-SAP systems.
  • ABAP programming for enhancements, routines, and transformations within BW.
  • Performance optimization, data load monitoring, and transport management.
• Experience with SAP BusinessObjects (BO) tools such as WebI, Crystal Reports, and Analysis for Office.
• Strong understanding of data governance, security roles, and authorizations in BW.