SAP Technical Lead

Description:Role Overview:We are seeking a high-caliber SAP Technical Lead with a proven track record of delivering enterprise-scale SAP solutions across diverse industries. This role requires a strong balance of technical mastery, architectural vision, and leadership excellence. The ideal professional will drive end-to-end technical delivery in SAP S/4HANA, ensuring solutions are scalable, secure, and aligned with business transformation objectives.As the Technical Lead, you will oversee technical architecture, ensure code quality, manage a global development team, and champion innovation through emerging SAP technologies such as BTP, RAP, Fiori/UI5, and AI/ML integrations.Key Responsibilities:- Lead and manage the complete technical delivery of SAP programs across modules and business streams, ensuring adherence to enterprise standards and project timelines.- Drive solution architecture design, development strategy, and technical governance in SAP S/4HANA and ECC landscapes.- Provide hands-on leadership in ABAP on HANA, OData services, CDS Views, Fiori/UI5 development, and RAP frameworks.- Collaborate with functional consultants, integration architects, and infrastructure teams to deliver seamless, end-to-end SAP solutions.- Review and validate technical designs, estimations, and specifications for custom developments, enhancements, and complex integrations.- Establish and enforce coding standards, best practices, and performance optimization techniques across the technical landscape.- Mentor and guide offshore and onshore development teams, fostering technical excellence and accountability.- Oversee SAP system integrations using PI/PO, CPI, APIs, and other middleware tools, ensuring secure and efficient data exchange.- Conduct performance analysis, troubleshoot complex issues, and ensure optimal system performance and stability.- Support project delivery through impact assessments, data migration planning, cutover activities, and go-live readiness.- Stay ahead of emerging SAP innovations including SAP BTP, CAP, Fiori Elements, Event Mesh, and AI-driven analytics, advising stakeholders on practical adoption strategies.- Act as a trusted technical advisor to solution architects, project managers, and clients on SAP best practices and digital transformation strategies.Required Skills and Experience:- Minimum 10 years of technical experience in SAP environments, with at least 3 full-cycle S/4HANA or ECC implementations.- Deep expertise in ABAP, ABAP on HANA, OData, CDS, and Fiori/UI5.- Hands-on experience with RAP, BOPF, and modern ABAP RESTful programming models.- Strong understanding of SAP integration technologies including PI/PO, CPI, and API-based connectivity.- Experience with performance tuning, debugging, and optimizing large-scale custom developments.- Proven leadership in managing distributed development teams and delivering complex enterprise-grade solutions.- Strong understanding of S/4HANA data structures, extensibility concepts, and migration tools.- Excellent analytical, documentation, and communication skills.- Ability to manage multiple priorities and deliver high-quality results under tight deadlines.Preferred Qualifications:- SAP Certified Development Professional or equivalent technical certification.- Experience with SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), CAP, or cloud-native extensions.- Exposure to AI/ML integrations, workflow automation, or RPA in SAP environments.- Familiarity with DevOps tools and CI/CD pipelines for SAP (e.g., GitHub, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps).- Experience working in Agile or hybrid delivery models.- Background in Manufacturing, FMCG, Energy, or Retail industries preferred.Why Join:- Lead high-impact SAP digital transformation projects for global enterprise clients.- Work with top-tier SAP experts in a culture that values innovation, collaboration, and performance.- Gain exposure to cutting-edge technologies within S/4HANA, BTP, and intelligent enterprise frameworks.- Attractive compensation package, leadership visibility, and fast-track career advancement.- Dynamic work environment that encourages creativity, technical excellence, and continuous learning. (ref:iimjobs.com)