Senior Software Engineering Manager

Why this job mattersThis Job Matters as it empowers the Corporate Unit teams with the right set of resources to provide the digital experience to our BT colleagues just like we are providing to our customers The role has large scope encompassing strategic planning operational planning for cost transformation and optimisation of our application estate This role will be responsible for planning execution and benefits realisation of Digital Cost Transformation programs in Corporate Unit and enable the group shared finance functions in their optimisation The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in managing complex SAP implementations and upgrades particularly within the financial services Skills required for the job In-depth understanding of SAP s strategy and market position Deep understanding of SAP modules relevant to financial services e g SAP FICO SAP S 4 HANA BW PI GRC SAP Gateway CPI Profound understanding of Digital Transformation and its impact on customer business and the relevant vendors such as SAP Delivery Strong SAP Technology delivery skillset with an understanding of building digital journeys across full lifecycle Learn Buy Get Use Pay and Serve and proven projects on transition and scaling up Good understanding of software architecture principles design patterns and best practices in SAP environment and knowledge of integration patterns and technologies within the SAP ecosystem and with SAP security frameworks and protocols Experience in executing large End-to-End Implementations and or large Cloud Migrations of SAP Applications HANA Database Migration Upgrades OS DB Migrations S 4HANA Conversion Projects etc Proven track record as functional team lead and in successfully managing complex projects Understand SAP Licensing Performance improvements Able to operate as control owner Ability to develop strong collaborative working relationships across the business to drive delivery of the Group commitments Negotiation skills as role holder will be required to collaborate with external SAP vendors partners Hands on experiences of Scaled Agile delivery frameworks ways of working methods and tools including experiences in Six Sigma and Lean thinking Have experience in using Programme and Portfolio Management tools such as JIRA Experience you would be expected to have Showcased expertise on a large-scale project or a specific piece of work or led a project outside of the core areas of your expertise Collaborated on a new project with a recognised expert Led a cost reduction effort Allocated and directed a budget for part of the business Handled a difficult people issue well - redundancy disciplinary re-organisation Communicated BT s business strategy to multiple audiences Volunteered for extra responsibility such as project team involvement leadership Managed a team of employees from different locations or regions About usWe are in an incredibly competitive industry and it s not just the technology that s important but the world of promise it creates for our customers We live and work in a connected world where people want seamless service great products and the best connectivity there is as well as continually expecting more and more from us and rightly so Digital is BT s powerhouse with our expert technologists we have a unique position in BT By bringing together our technical and commercial expertise and our insight and passion for customer experience we help BT stand out from the competition With the best networks and smart innovative products combined with a personal experience it sets us apart from the pack Innovation drives everything we ve done since BT started in 1846 Coming up with new ideas and developing new technologies is central to our future We want to improve people s lives for the better in welcome relevant and affordable ways and we ll be fast to market with an effortless experience to match We will continue to focus on developing our converged network capabilities which will give customers seamless connectivity Our skilled people will lead this technological revolution not only for our customers but for the industry across the Globe truly making customers our heartbeat A FEW POINTS TO NOTE Although these roles are listed as full-time if you re a job share partnership work reduced hours or any other way of working flexibly please still get in touch We will also offer reasonable adjustments for the selection process if required so please do not hesitate to inform us DON T MEET EVERY SINGLE REQUIREMENTStudies have shown that women and people who are disabled LGBTQ neurodiverse or from ethnic minority backgrounds are less likely to apply for jobs unless they meet every single qualification and criteria We re committed to building a diverse inclusive and authentic workplace where everyone can be their best so if you re excited about this role but your past experience doesn t align perfectly with every requirement on the please apply anyway - 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