Strong SAP Basis administration experience in cloud-hosted SAP environments (S/4HANA) with hands-on SAP HANA knowledge.
Proficiency with cloud-native tools and platforms (CloudFormation, Terraform, Azure Resource Manager) and familiarity with SAP Cloud Connector and SAP BTP; security/compliance awareness.
Experience with ERP migration projects to SAP S/4HANA (ideally Greenfield migrations from legacy to S/4HANA Rise) and managing SAP migrations in PaaS environments.
Excellent problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills; ability to adapt to a fast-evolving cloud environment; knowledge of DevOps practices (CI/CD, Jenkins, Ansible) and cloud cost optimization (preferred).
Requirements:
SAP Cloud System Administration: Manage and monitor SAP systems (S/4HANA, Solution Manager) running in a PaaS environment; collaborate with cloud providers to optimize configuration, performance, and availability; utilize cloud-native monitoring and diagnostics.
Upgrades, Patching, and Maintenance: Plan and execute SAP upgrades, enhancement packs, kernel updates, and patches; implement automated patch management and maintenance schedules.
Performance Tuning and Security: Monitor SAP system performance using SAP tools and cloud-native solutions; optimize resource utilization, load balancing, and scaling; design secure connectivity and enforce security policies (IAM, encryption, security groups).
Backup, Recovery, and High Availability: Manage high-availability setups; configure and test automated backups and disaster recovery using cloud-native tools; document procedures and collaborate with teams; provide training.
Job description
This is a fully remote role Summary
The SAP Basis Administrator will oversee the management, maintenance, and optimization of the organization's SAP landscape hosted in a Platform-as-a-Service (PaaS) cloud environment. This role is pivotal in ensuring the reliability, performance, and scalability of SAP systems while leveraging cloud-native tools and services. The ideal candidate brings expertise in SAP Basis operations and experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
Must have:
SAP Basis experience, S4Hana specifically
Needs to have been involved in ERP migration projects, ideally have done a Greenfield implementation from legacy to S4Hana Rise at an org that doesn't know SAP
Should have Azure experience
Essential Duties and Responsibilities:
SAP Cloud System Administration:
Manage and monitor SAP systems running in a PaaS environment, including S/4HANA, Solution Manager, and other SAP cloud offerings.
Collaborate with cloud providers to ensure optimal configuration, performance, and availability of SAP resources.
Utilize cloud-native tools for monitoring, logging, and system diagnostics.
Upgrades, Patching, and Maintenance:
Plan and execute SAP system upgrades, enhancement packs, kernel updates, and patches in the cloud environment.
Implement automated patch management and maintenance schedules using cloud automation tools.
Performance Tuning and Optimization:
Monitor SAP system performance using both SAP tools and cloud-native monitoring solutions (e.g., CloudWatch, Azure Monitor).
Address performance issues by optimizing resource utilization, load balancing, and scaling in the cloud.
Cloud Infrastructure and Security:
Design and maintain secure connectivity between SAP systems and other enterprise applications hosted on-premises or in the cloud.
Ensure compliance with organizational security policies, including IAM roles, data encryption, and security groups.
Perform regular audits and implement measures to protect sensitive data within the cloud-hosted SAP environment.
Backup, Recovery, and High Availability:
Manage high-availability setups for SAP systems to minimize downtime and meet SLAs.
Configure and test automated backup and disaster recovery solutions using cloud-native tools.
Collaboration and Support:
Work closely with cloud service providers, SAP support, and internal teams to resolve technical issues.
Support SAP-related projects, such as cloud migrations, new module implementations, and process automation initiatives.
Documentation and Training:
Maintain comprehensive documentation for cloud-based SAP configurations, workflows, and procedures.
Train team members and stakeholders on best practices for SAP operations in a cloud PaaS environment.
Qualifications
· Technical Skills:
o Strong experience in SAP Basis administration with systems hosted on cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP.
o Proficiency in cloud-native tools such as CloudFormation, Terraform, or Azure Resource Manager (ARM).
o Familiarity with SAP Cloud Connector, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), and hybrid integration scenarios.
o Hands-on experience with SAP HANA databases in a cloud environment.
o Knowledge of cloud security, identity management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., SOC 2, ISO 27001).
· Soft Skills:
o Strong problem-solving and analytical capabilities.
o Excellent communication and collaboration skills.
o Ability to adapt quickly to new tools and technologies in a fast-evolving cloud environment.
· Preferred Skills:
o Experience with cloud cost optimization and scaling strategies for SAP systems.
o Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools like CI/CD pipelines, Jenkins, and Ansible.
o SAP certifications, such as SAP Certified Technology Associate – System Administration (SAP HANA) or cloud-related certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect).
Education
Associate's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar area of study required or equivalent years of related work experience
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or similar area of study preferred.
Experience
3–5 years of hands-on SAP Basis administration, with at least 2 years working in a cloud-hosted SAP environment.
Experience with SAP RISE strongly preferred.
Proven experience in managing SAP systems in PaaS models and executing SAP migrations to the cloud.
