SAP NS2 Sr. DevOps & Automation Transformation Architect

SAP Belgium NV/SA; Herndon (VA); On-site; USD 176,300 - 374,200; Full time

Job summary

SAP Belgium NV/SA in Herndon, Virginia is seeking a Senior DevOps & Automation Transformation Architect. The role involves leading automation and DevOps transformations and implementing intelligent frameworks to enhance operational efficiency. The ideal candidate should have 15 years of experience in relevant fields and strong cloud platform knowledge. Compensation in the targeted range of $176,300 to $374,200, based on qualifications and experience.

Qualifications

• 15 years of experience across SAP, cloud architecture, and DevOps.
• Proven experience in architecting enterprise automation solutions.
• Deep understanding of SAP Basis and S/4HANA environments.

Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide AI-driven automation and DevOps transformation.
• Design and implement intelligent automation frameworks.
• Collaborate to identify and deliver automation opportunities.

Skills

DevOps practices

CI/CD

Automation frameworks

Cloud platforms

SAP Basis

Linux/Unix/Windows systems

Database technologies

AIOps

Strategic thinking

Problem-solving

Tools

Terraform

CloudFormation

Python

Job description

SAP NS2 Senior DevOps & Automation Transformation Architect

We are seeking a forward-thinking AI and automation leader with deep expertise across SAP, DevOps, cloud platforms, operating systems, and database technologies.

This position requires access to customer data; Must be a U.S. citizen. SAP NS2 does not offer Visa sponsorships for this role. All internals must have manager’s approval to transfer.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead enterprise-wide AI-driven automation and DevOps transformation across SAP, cloud, OS, and database operations
• Design and implement intelligent automation frameworks leveraging AI/ML to improve efficiency, reliability, and scalability
• Architect end-to-end DevOps pipelines for SAP and non-SAP workloads, including CI/CD, Infrastructure as Code (IaC), and configuration management
• Drive adoption of AIOps and event-driven automation to enable predictive operations and self-healing systems
• Modernize IT operations using cloud-native services, orchestration platforms, and automation-first design principles
• Establish operational excellence frameworks focused on observability, standardization, and continuous improvement
• Collaborate across SAP, cloud, infrastructure, and application teams to identify and deliver automation opportunities
• Evaluate and integrate emerging technologies in AI, automation, and platform engineering to shape long-term transformation strategy

Required Skills & Experience

• 15 years of experience across SAP, cloud architecture, DevOps, OS, and database domains
• Strong expertise in DevOps practices: CI/CD, IaC (Terraform, ARM, CloudFormation), configuration management, and orchestration
• Proven experience in architecting enterprise automation solutions, including AI-driven or AIOps capabilities
• Deep understanding of SAP Basis and S/4HANA environments, including performance tuning, upgrades, and migrations
• Hands-on experience with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or GCP) and automation frameworks
• Strong knowledge of Linux/Unix/Windows systems and enterprise databases (SAP HANA, Oracle, SQL Server)
• Experience in AIOps, observability platforms, or intelligent monitoring tools is highly desirable
• Demonstrated ability to lead large-scale transformation programs and influence senior stakeholders
• Excellent communication, strategic thinking, and problem-solving skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with AI/ML frameworks or automation platforms (e.g., Python-based automation, AI copilots, etc.)
• Exposure to SAP RISE, SAP BTP, or cloud-managed SAP landscapes
• Familiarity with platform engineering and self-service infrastructure models

Impact of the Role

This role will be instrumental in shaping the future of enterprise operations, driving a shift from reactive support models to intelligent, autonomous, and AI-powered operations.

Compensation Range Transparency

The targeted annual combined range for this position is 176,300-374,200 USD. 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.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, etc.), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.