SAP HCM Technical Architect (Remote)

Xcel Engineering; Oak Ridge (TN); Remote; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Xcel Engineering seeks a highly experienced SAP HCM Technical Architect to design, develop, troubleshoot, and support SAP HCM solutions, including ABAP programs for HR, Payroll, and Pension Payroll. The role demands hands-on ABAP development, data integrity, and collaboration with functional teams to meet business needs.

Ideal candidates will have extensive SAP HCM experience and a strong technical background in HR data management and reporting, with the ability to lead technical initiatives and

Qualifications

• Significant hands-on experience in SAP ABAP development with strong SAP HCM expertise.
• Experience supporting SAP HR and Payroll systems.
• Knowledge of Pension Payroll processes and reporting.

Responsibilities

• Serve as technical architect for SAP HCM and provide hands-on ABAP development support.
• Design, develop, enhance, and maintain ABAP programs for HR, Payroll, Pension Payroll and reporting.
• Troubleshoot payroll processing, pension calculations, and data integration issues.
• Collaborate with functional consultants and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Maintain technical documentation and system architecture, communicating updates clearly.

Skills

SAP ABAP

SAP HCM

HR Payroll

Pension Payroll

Data analysis

Technical leadership

Communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS or related field

Tools

ABAP development tools

SAP reporting interfaces

Job description

COMPANY OVERVIEW

XCEL Engineering, Inc. is an award-winning small business that provides trusted information technology, engineering, consulting and project management solutions and services to federal agencies and organizations. Originally founded in 1971 by professional engineers at the University of Tennessee, XCEL was acquired in 2003 by U.S. Army and Navy veterans and in 2023 became a MartinFed company.

XCEL Engineering is a part of IT Lab Partners (ITLP) which was created to support a leading research facility in the East Tennessee region in recruiting the best and the brightest technical talent. Consider joining our impressive team today!

JOB OVERVIEW

Xcel Engineering seeks 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.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• 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

• US Citizen with the ability to obtain and maintain a DoE security clearance.
• B.S. degree in Information Technology, Computer Science or similar technical field.
• Minimum 10 years of substantial progressive experience.
• 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.

DESIRED 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.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS & ENVIRONMENTAL CONDITIONS

• Inside office environment.
• Working on a computer for long periods of time.
• May involve long period of sitting at a desk.
• The work environment is fast-paced and sometimes involves extreme deadline pressures.

OTHER DUTIES

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Xcel Engineering is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regards to race, color, religion, religious creed, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, transgender, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, age, disability, protected Veteran Status, genetics or any other characteristics protected by applicable federal, state or local law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access Xcel Engineering's current openings as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by calling 855.212.1810. Thank you for your interest in Xcel Engineering.

All positions at Xcel Engineering, Inc. are contingent upon passing both a background check and drug screening prior to a start date and are subject to random drug screenings during the employment period. In addition, Xcel Engineering is an E-Verify employer.