SAP Development Lead & Architect – S/4HANA, BTP & AI

Accenture; Raleigh (NC); On-site; USD 120,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Accenture is seeking an experienced SAP Architect to lead design, development, and modernization of SAP applications on S/4HANA and SAP BTP. You will guide teams through ABAP Cloud, RAP, CAP, and Clean Core projects, driving API adoption and code quality while mentoring global delivery teams and engaging senior client stakeholders.

Front-line leadership, strong communication, and a track record in SAP modernization are essential. Occasional travel may be required as client needs evolve.

Qualifications

• Minimum of 5 years experience developing SAP applications using S/4HANA ABAP (NetWeaver 7.4/7.5) and ABAP Cloud.
• Minimum of 3 years experience with SAP BTP tools and services (latest Application Development and Automation stack).
• Minimum of 3 years experience with data modeling using CDS views, AMDP, OData, or related custom development.
• Minimum of 3 years SAP custom development using Fiori-first, Clean Core, and BTP side-by-side approaches, including RAP.
• Minimum of 2 years in a technical leadership role (code reviews, architecture sign-offs, client workshops).
• Prior experience in Chemicals & Natural Resources industry/clients and Consulting/Advisory roles.

Responsibilities

• Lead the design, build, and test of SAP custom development and extensibility solutions on S/4HANA and BTP using ABAP Cloud, RAP, CAP, Fiori, and Clean Core methodologies.
• Drive the transition from classic ABAP to Clean Core; guide custom-code remediation and released-API adoption.
• Own technical design for workstreams; conduct code reviews, architecture sign-offs, and design workshops.
• Leverage Generative AI Hub / Joule Studio to infuse development with SAP Business AI where applicable.
• Guide and mentor global delivery teams; communicate effectively across technical levels and geographies; travel as needed.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Technical architecture

Mentoring teams

Client advisory

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Tools

ABAP Cloud

RAP

CAP

Fiori

Clean Core

GIT / gCTS CI/CD

Job description

Accenture is seeking an experienced SAP Architect to lead design, development, and modernization of SAP applications on S/4HANA and SAP BTP. You will guide teams through ABAP Cloud, RAP, CAP, and Clean Core projects, driving API adoption and code quality while mentoring global delivery teams and engaging senior client stakeholders.

Front-line leadership, strong communication, and a track record in SAP modernization are essential. Occasional travel may be required as client needs evolve.