Principal, Engineer (Java/SAP) - EMEA/AMER CAN

WHY DEPT®?

We are pioneers at heart. What this means, is that we are always leaning forward, thinking of what we can create tomorrow that does not exist today. We were born digital and we are a new model of agency, with a deep skillset in tech and marketing. That’s why we hire curious, self-driven, talented people who never stop innovating.

Our culture is big enough to cope and small enough to care. Meaning, that with people across 20+ countries, we’re big enough to provide you with the best tools, global opportunities, and benefits that help you thrive. While acting small by investing in you, your growth, your team, and giving you the autonomy to solve our clients' problems, no matter where you are in the world. 

We have a project for 3 months for an esteemed SAP Consultant with possibility to extend with one of our financial clients.  Candidates must be able to overlap at least 4 hrs with Eastern US TZ Hours, team is split between AMER and EMEA. Contracts extends every 3 months and is likely to go deep into 2027.

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Leads and architects software solutions written in Java that integrate with SAP.

Provides technical leadership and guidance to a small engineering team to maintain and enhance this application. 

Leads architectural planning and drives decisions on programming patterns, system design, and infrastructure. Balances technical trade-offs with business and design needs, working with teams to align on solutions. Takes ownership of large technical initiatives ensuring they deliver value on time and within scope.

Collaborates with cross-functional teams to define workstreams, technical strategies and product roadmaps 

Helps define and apply programming processes and best practices. Conducts code reviews and ensure adherence to best practices and standards 

Leads and mentors engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence. Mentors others and fosters a culture of collaboration and knowledge sharing.

Technical Skills:

• 8+ years experience working in production applications written in Java and Spring Boot

  Deep, hands-on expertise with SAP Ariba, including:

  • Ariba Developer Portal: application registration, OAuth flows, and API key/token management
  • Supplier Data API, including pagination and bulk data handling patterns
  • Cloud Integration Gateway (CIG) for ERP synchronization
  • Real-world experience with the practical limits of Ariba approval workflows and custom fields (what can and cannot be configured, common failure modes)
  • SIM/SLP configuration: approval workflow design, custom field and risk module setup

  Experience building and maintaining backend integrations: event-driven architectures, orchestration (e.g., Step Functions), and NoSQL data stores (e.g., DynamoDB), on AWS

  Proficient with AI-assisted coding tools (e.g., Copilot, Claude Code, Cursor) as part of standard development workflow

  Working knowledge of SAP S/4HANA, Cloud for Credit, Business Technology Platform (BTP), Cloud Application Programming Model (CAP), and SAP UI5

  Strong knowledge of performance optimization and security best practices, particularly around third-party API authentication and credential management

  Experience with credit or financial systems is a large plus

  Experience working with Cloud Foundry is a plus

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Responsibilities:

Leads and architects software solutions written in Java that integrate SAP Ariba with backend enrichment and risk data services

Owns the technical roadmap for the Ariba integration, spanning platform configuration (SIM/SLP workflows, custom fields, approval rules) and connector-side engineering

Provides technical leadership and guidance to a small engineering team maintaining and enhancing the Ariba connector

Leads architectural planning and drives decisions on programming patterns, system design, and infrastructure across both the Ariba platform configuration layer and the backend integration

Serves as the primary technical point of contact for Ariba platform questions, troubleshooting complex configuration and integration issues that span SAP Ariba and our systems

Collaborates with cross-functional teams (product, client-facing solutions delivery) to define workstreams, technical strategy, and roadmap for the Ariba product line

Helps define and apply programming and configuration best practices. Conducts code reviews and ensures adherence to best practices and standards

Leads and mentors engineering teams, fostering a culture of technical excellence and knowledge sharing across both Ariba platform expertise and backend engineering

Soft Skills:

Excellent leadership and strategic thinking abilities

Excellent communication and presentation skills

Ability to lead engineering teams

Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills

Proven track record of leading and delivering complex software projects, ideally involving third-party SaaS platform integrations

WHAT DO WE OFFER?

The anticipated hourly range for this position is $80 hourly.  This is based on a 40-hour workweek and leveling. Keep in mind, we're flexible. Client preference is for EST time zone.

WE SUPPORT YOU BEING YOU: 

DEPT® is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We believe our work is its best when our people feel safe and free to be themselves. We’re committed to an inclusive and barrier-free recruitment and selection process and workplace, regardless of anyone’s identity, background, beliefs, lifestyle or disabilities. So tell us about any accommodations you need. It’s totally confidential and only used to make sure you feel fully supported at every step. 

DEPT® participates in E-Verify, meaning your Form I-9 information will be sent to the federal government to confirm you are authorized to work in the U.S. 

We are a B Corp-certified company passionate about purpose-driven work.  Our hope is that you can feel good about the contributions DEPT® is making to the world and we always have an open door for your ideas in making the world a better place. 

DEPT® is a pioneering technology and marketing services company that creates integrated end-to-end digital experiences for brands such as Google, KFC, Philips, Audi, Twitch, Patagonia, eBay and more. Its team of 2,500+ digital specialists across 30+ locations on 5 continents delivers pioneering work on a global scale with a boutique culture. 

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DIVERSITY, EQUITY, & INCLUSION

At DEPT®, we take pride in creating an inclusive workplace where everyone has an equal opportunity to thrive. We actively seek to recruit, develop, nurture, and retain talented individuals from diverse backgrounds, with varying skills and perspectives.

Not sure you meet all qualifications? Apply, and let us decide! Research shows that women and members of underrepresented groups tend not to apply for jobs when they think they may not meet every requirement, when in fact they do. We believe in giving everyone a fair chance to shine. 

We also encourage you  to reach out to us and discuss any reasonable adjustments we can make to support you throughout the recruitment process and your time with us.

Want to know more about our dedication to diversity, equity, and inclusion? Check out our efforts here.

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