SAP S/4HANA Architect

KaarTech; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Job summary

Wayfair, a leader in e-commerce, seeks an accomplished SAP Architect to own the end-to-end S/4HANA architecture and roadmap aligned with enterprise strategy. You will lead the S/4HANA Finance (FICO) domain, defining scalable, compliant processes and a Clean Core mindset across global teams.

You will drive large transformation programs, upgrades, data architecture evolution, and AI/ML use cases via SAP BTP, while ensuring CI/CD-oriented delivery and strong governance across onshore/offshore teams.

Qualifications

• 15+ years SAP experience, incl. 8+ years in architecture roles
• Deep SAP S/4HANA Finance (FICO) expertise
• Proven upgrade and transformation project experience
• Experience with SAP BTP and data architecture in global environments
• Experience with high-volume integrations and non-SAP system interfaces
• Leadership of onshore/offshore delivery and architecture governance
• “Clean Core” mindset for maintainability

Responsibilities

• Own end-to-end SAP S/4HANA architecture and roadmap
• Lead architect for S/4HANA Finance (FICO)
• Define Clean Core standards and API-led integration
• Lead large-scale transformation programs and upgrades
• Identify AI/ML use cases using SAP BTP
• Govern platform health, ILM, and data management
• Own change, release, and transport management
• Advise Finance, Accounting, FP&A leaders
• Mentor onshore and offshore engineering teams

Skills

SAP Architecture

S/4HANA FICO

Leadership

Communication

CI/CD Practices

Tools

SAP BTP

Integration technologies

Data architecture

Java/Python microservices

CI/CD tooling

Job description

• Own the end-to-end S/4HANA architecture and roadmap, aligning SAP capabilities with Wayfair’s enterprise strategy and high-scale engineering requirements.
• Serve as the lead architect for SAP S/4HANA Finance (FICO), designing scalable, compliant processes for GL, AP/AR, Fixed Assets, CO, and granular financial reporting.
• Establish "Clean Core" principles, defining standards for extensibility via SAP BTP and ensuring API-led, event-driven integration with our internal Java/Python services.
• Lead large-scale transformation programs, including S/4HANA upgrades (2021 → 2023/2025) and the evolution of our data architecture and master data strategy.
• Identify and enable AI/ML use cases (e.g., financial forecasting, intelligent automation) by leveraging SAP BTP, AI Core, and internal Wayfair AI platforms.
• Define and govern platform health, including data archiving/lifecycle strategies (ILM), RICEFW standards, and custom vs. standard decision frameworks.
• Own change, release, and transport management (ChaRM/CTS+), integrating SAP delivery into modern CI/CD mindsets to ensure high-quality, low-risk deployments.
• Act as a trusted advisor to Finance, Accounting, and FP&A leaders, supporting cross-functional decisions impacting revenue, cost, and inventory.
• Lead and mentor onshore and offshore engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and architectural integrity.

We Are a Match Because You Have

• 15+ years of SAP experience, with at least 8+ years in dedicated Architecture roles managing complex enterprise environments.
• Deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA Finance (FICO) and a proven track record of successful greenfield or brownfield implementations and upgrades (v2021+).
• Strong technical command of SAP BTP, integration technologies, and data architecture within a global, distributed environment.
• Experience with high-volume integrations, understanding how SAP interacts with non-SAP systems (Java/Python microservices, cloud-native platforms).
• Demonstrated leadership in managing both teams and global delivery models (onshore/offshore) and driving architecture governance across large-scale programs.
• A "Clean Core" mindset, with the ability to balance business requirements against the need for platform maintainability and upgradeability.
• Strong communication skills, capable of translating complex technical roadmaps into business value for executive stakeholders.

Nice To Have

• Experience with SAP ILM (Information Lifecycle Management) and data archiving strategies.
• Exposure to AI/ML enablement within SAP or integration with external GenAI providers (Gemini, OpenAI).
• Background in Retail, eCommerce, or Supply Chain-integrated environments (P2P, O2C).
• Familiarity with modern DevOps practices and containerized environments.

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