SAP HCM Technical Architect

Cadre5, LLC.; Knoxville (TN); Remote; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

401K match

PTO 15 days

Holidays 10

Job summary

Cadre5, in partnership with ORNL, seeks an experienced SAP HCM Technical Architect to lead ABAP development for HR, Payroll, and Pension Payroll, delivering complex reporting and data-extraction solutions. The role requires strong communication, independent work, and the ability to operate across technical and functional teams.

The position is full-time and can telecommute, with occasional travel to the Oak Ridge facility. DOE Q clearance is required and US Citizenship is necessary.

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience in SAP ABAP development within SAP HCM environments.
• Experience developing custom ABAP reports, programs, interfaces, and enhancements.
• Experience supporting SAP HR and Payroll systems.
• Required experience with Pension Payroll, including technical development, maintenance, and support.
• Strong understanding of SAP HR and Payroll data structures, tables, and reporting requirements.
• Proven ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex SAP technical issues.
• Ability to translate functional/business requirements into technical solutions and to communicate with stakeholders.
• US Citizenship and ability to obtain DoE "Q" clearance.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the SAP HCM technical architect and SME for ABAP development.
• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain ABAP programs for HR, Payroll, Pension Payroll, and reporting.
• Develop complex ABAP reports, interfaces, enhancements, and data extraction solutions.
• Provide technical support for SAP Payroll and Pension Payroll processes.
• Collaborate with functional consultants, business analysts, and end users to implement technical solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation, development standards, and system architecture.
• Communicate technical concepts and project updates to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Skills

SAP ABAP

SAP HCM

Payroll

HR data

Pension Payroll

Reporting

Communication

Technical leadership

Job description

Founded in 1999 in the beautiful Smoky Mountains of East Tennessee, Cadre5 provides innovative technical solutions to our customers locally and nationally. Our Cadre5 Lab Partners division has partnered with Human Resources Directorate at Oak Ridge National Laboratory (ORNL) to recruit a highly experienced SAP HCM Technical Architect with extensive hands-on expertise in SAP ABAP development, Payroll, HR data management, Pension Payroll, and reporting. The ideal candidate will have a strong technical background in SAP HCM, with the ability to design, develop, troubleshoot, and support complex SAP solutions that meet business and operational requirements. This position requires an individual who is technically proficient, detail-oriented, and an effective communicator capable of collaborating with functional teams, business stakeholders, and technical personnel.

ORNL delivers scientific discoveries and technical breakthroughs needed to realize solutions in energy and national security and provides economic benefit to the nation. This premier research institution located near Knoxville in Oak Ridge, TN, addresses national needs through impactful research and world-leading research centers.

This is a full-time, permanent position that can telecommute. Occasional travel to the Oak Ridge facility may be required.

**Please note: The first step in the interview process requires candidates to join a Microsoft Teams meeting with the video turned on.**

Why Cadre5?

• Working with highly talented team members
• Excellent medical insurance, including employer-paid benefits

Job Responsibilities:

• Serve as the technical architect and subject matter expert for SAP HCM, providing technical leadership and hands-on development support.
• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain SAP ABAP programs supporting HR, Payroll, Pension Payroll, and reporting functions.
• Develop complex ABAP reports, custom programs, interfaces, enhancements, and data extraction solutions.
• Provide technical support for SAP Payroll and Pension Payroll processes, including troubleshooting, enhancements, and ongoing maintenance.
• Work extensively with HR and Payroll data, ensuring accuracy, integrity, and effective reporting.
• Analyze complex business requirements and translate them into technical specifications and SAP solutions.
• Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues related to payroll processing, pension calculations, data integration, and reporting.
• Collaborate with functional consultants, business analysts, and end users to develop and implement effective technical solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation, development standards, and system architecture.
• Communicate technical concepts, project updates, and solutions clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Have to have SAP ABAP, HR Payroll
• Good at communication

Basic Qualifications:

• Significant hands-on experience in SAP ABAP development, with strong technical expertise in SAP HCM environments.
• Extensive experience developing custom ABAP reports, programs, enhancements, and interfaces.
• Demonstrated technical experience supporting SAP HR and Payroll systems.
• Required experience with Pension Payroll, including the technical development, maintenance, and support of pension-related payroll processes.
• Strong understanding of SAP HR and Payroll data structures, tables, and reporting requirements.
• Experience developing and maintaining complex ABAP reporting solutions involving HR, Payroll, and Pension data.
• Proven ability to analyze, troubleshoot, and resolve complex SAP technical issues.
• Experience translating functional and business requirements into effective technical solutions.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to work effectively with technical teams, functional personnel, and business stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently, manage competing priorities, and provide technical leadership when necessary.
• The ability to obtain and maintain a Department of Energy "Q" clearance is required. This requires US Citizenship.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous experience serving as an SAP HCM Technical Architect, Technical Lead, or Senior ABAP Developer.
• Experience with SAP Payroll schemas, rules, and related technical configurations.
• Experience supporting complex enterprise HR and Payroll environments.
• Familiarity with SAP integrations, data conversions, and system enhancements.
• Experience developing technical solutions for complex pension administration and reporting requirements.

Cadre5 offers excellent pay and benefits, to include full medical, dental, and vision coverage coupled with 401K match, 15 days PTO, and 10 holidays.

Cadre5 is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants, including individuals with disabilities and protected veterans, are encouraged to apply. Cadre5 is an E-Verify Employer.