Sr Analyst, IT - SAP HR Developer

Duke PA; Durham (NC); Hybrid; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

Duke University is seeking a Senior Analyst, IT – SAP HR Developer to design, develop, and support enterprise HR tech solutions spanning SAP HR modules, Fiori/UI5 interfaces, and integrations across Duke’s HR ecosystem.

You will work with functional teams and stakeholders to translate requirements into scalable SAP applications, focusing on performance, maintainability, and user experience. This hybrid role involves collaboration across campuses and ongoing learning.

Qualifications

• Extensive SAP ABAP development experience.
• Experience with Web Dynpro ABAP, OData, CDS, AMDP, RAP and SAP Fiori/UI5.
• Deep experience supporting SAP HR solutions including Infotypes, Payroll, Floorplan Manager and HR development frameworks.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux environments, SQL and SAP HANA databases.

Responsibilities

• Analyze business processes, workflows, and systems to identify opportunities for improvement and develop effective technology solutions.
• Collaborate with functional specialists and business stakeholders to design scalable, maintainable, and high-performing SAP applications.
• Participate in strategic planning for new technologies, applications, enhancements, and long-term development initiatives.
• Design, develop, test, and implement SAP HR applications and integrations across various technologies and platforms.
• Perform system testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to ensure reliability and efficiency.
• Develop technical specifications, design documentation, and solution architecture that communicate requirements.
• Support user acceptance testing and ensure successful deployment of new solutions.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions align with business objectives and deliver measurable value.
• Research emerging SAP technologies and recommend innovative approaches to improve functionality and UX.

Skills

ABAP development

OO ABAP

Web Dynpro ABAP

OData & CDS

AMDP/RAP

Fiori/UI5

SAP HR expertise

HANA/SQL

Unix/Linux

HR modules knowledge

Education

Bachelor's in Computer Science or related field

Tools

SAP HANA tooling

Job description

Be You.

At Duke University, technology drives innovation across education, research, healthcare, and administrative operations. As a Senior Analyst, IT – SAP HR Developer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and supporting enterprise HR technology solutions that serve faculty, staff, and administrators across the university.

Senior Analyst, IT – SAP HR Developer

Be You. Be Bold. Choose Duke.

Be You.

At Duke University, technology drives innovation across education, research, healthcare, and administrative operations. As a Senior Analyst, IT – SAP HR Developer, you will play a critical role in designing, developing, and supporting enterprise HR technology solutions that serve faculty, staff, and administrators across the university.

In this role, you'll join a collaborative team responsible for delivering scalable, technology-driven business solutions within Duke's SAP Human Resources ecosystem. You'll work closely with functional specialists and business stakeholders to analyze requirements, improve business processes, design innovative solutions, and develop high-quality applications that support Duke's evolving HR operations.

We're seeking a technical leader who enjoys problem-solving, continuous learning, and helping others succeed. If you're passionate about SAP development, enterprise applications, and building solutions that make a meaningful impact, this is an opportunity to contribute to one of the nation's leading universities.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field preferred, or an equivalent combination of relevant education and experience.

Required Experience & Technical Skills

• Extensive SAP ABAP development experience, including Object-Oriented ABAP.
• Experience with Web Dynpro for ABAP, OData services, CDS Views, AMDP, Analytical Queries, RAP, and SAP Fiori/UI5 technologies.
• Deep experience supporting SAP Human Resources solutions, including Infotypes, Payroll Cluster, Floorplan Manager, and HR-related development frameworks.
• Experience with performance tuning, debugging, testing, and source code optimization.
• Expertise working across multiple SAP modules.
• Experience with UNIX/Linux environments, SQL, and SAP HANA databases.

Required Professional Skills

• Strong time management and organizational skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Ability to collaborate effectively in a team environment while mentoring and supporting others.
• Demonstrated curiosity and willingness to learn emerging technologies and development approaches.
• Preferred Qualifications
• Experience integrating SAP HR with SAP SuccessFactors, including Onboarding 2.0 and OData API integrations.
• Experience designing modern SAP-based HR solutions within complex enterprise environments.
• Experience supporting large-scale HR systems, payroll operations, and workforce management processes.

Work Arrangement

This position is hybrid, with required weekly meetings in Durham, NC.

Be Bold.

• Analyze business processes, workflows, and systems to identify opportunities for improvement and develop effective technology solutions.
• Collaborate with functional specialists and business stakeholders to design scalable, maintainable, and high-performing SAP applications.
• Participate in strategic planning efforts for new technologies, applications, enhancements, and long-term development initiatives.
• Design, develop, test, and implement SAP HR applications and integrations across a variety of technologies and platforms.
• Perform system testing, debugging, troubleshooting, and performance optimization to ensure reliable and efficient application performance.
• Develop technical specifications, design documentation, and solution architecture that clearly communicate functional and technical requirements.
• Support user acceptance testing activities and ensure successful deployment of new solutions and enhancements.
• Partner with stakeholders to ensure technical solutions align with business objectives and deliver measurable value to the organization.
• Research emerging SAP technologies and recommend innovative approaches that improve system functionality, performance, and user experience.

Choose Duke.

At Duke University, you'll join a world-class institution committed to advancing education, healthcare, research and service through innovation and collaboration. As part of the Information Technology organization, you'll have the opportunity to support critical HR systems that directly impact the employee experience across the university.

You'll work alongside talented professionals in a culture that values continuous learning, innovation, inclusion and technical excellence. Whether you're optimizing complex SAP HR processes, developing modern integrations, or implementing next-generation technologies, your work will help shape the future of enterprise HR technology at Duke.

Duke is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to providing employment opportunity without regard to an individual's age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions), sexual orientation or military status.

Duke aspires to create a community built on collaboration, innovation, creativity, and belonging. Our collective success depends on the robust exchange of ideas—an exchange that is best when the rich diversity of our perspectives, backgrounds, and experiences flourishes. To achieve this exchange, it is essential that all members of the community feel secure and welcome, that the contributions of all individuals are respected, and that all voices are heard. All members of our community have a responsibility to uphold these values.

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