Lead SAP ABAP / S/4HANA Solutions Architect

job summary:

Randstad is seeking an experienced Lead SAP ABAP / S/4HANA Solutions Architect to drive complex SAP solutions and enterprise architecture for our client in the Washington, D.C. metro area. In this high-impact position, you will lead full lifecycle SAP Finance implementations, architect advanced ABAP and cloud-based solutions on SAP BTP, and ensure seamless end-to-end functional integration across enterprise systems. Working within client-focused service delivery environments, you will bridge technical design, release management, and team leadership to drive critical business operations and modern SAP landscapes.

location: Washington, Washington, D.C.

job type: Contract

salary: $70 - 76 per hour

work hours: 9am to 5pm

education: Bachelors



responsibilities:

Solution Architecture & Design: Lead end-to-end SAP enterprise architecture, solution design, landscape management, and data lineage across SAP ECC Finance and SAP S/4HANA systems while enforcing internal controls.

Full Lifecycle Implementations: Direct at least 2 full lifecycle SAP Finance implementations from initial requirements gathering through solution design, development, unit testing, cutover, transport management, and post-go-live support.

Advanced Technical Development: Architect and build advanced SAP ABAP solutions on HANA using Object-Oriented ABAP, ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model (RAP), CDS Views, AMDP/Open SQL optimization, and complete RICEFW developments.

Cross-Module & Systems Integration: Drive functional integration across FM (Funds Management), GM (Grants Management), FI/CO, MM, O2C, PS, HR, Payroll, and REFX, utilizing SAP BTP, PI/PO, Web Services, Web Dynpro, SAP Workflow, and Web UI frameworks.

Agile Team Leadership & Execution: Serve as technical lead within Agile, Scrum, and SAFe environments, reliably estimating development effort, timeline, dependencies, and resources while driving change and release management.

Production Support & Optimization: Oversee high-tier production support, troubleshooting, performance tuning, and critical issue resolution for enterprise SAP landscapes.

qualifications:

Education: Bachelor's degree (or equivalent) in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Management, or a related field.

Core Experience: Minimum of 6 years of progressive, post-baccalaureate experience in software development, specifically as an SAP Developer or Architect.

SAP Finance & S/4HANA Expertise: 6 years of experience in SAP ECC Finance and SAP S/4HANA architecture, landscape management, internal controls, and data lineage.

ABAP & Technical Depth: 6 years of advanced ABAP development experience, including ABAP on HANA, OO-ABAP, RAP, CDS Views, AMDP, Open SQL, and full RICEFW execution.

Functional Module Integration: 6 years of experience integrating across FM, GM, FI/CO, MM, O2C, PS, HR, Payroll, and REFX.

Integration Architecture: 5 years of experience with SAP HANA and SAP integration architecture, including SAP BTP, PI/PO, Web Services, Web Dynpro, SAP Workflow, and Web UI.

Methodology & Delivery: 5 years of experience executing full SDLC within Agile, Scrum, and SAFe frameworks in client-focused service delivery environments.

Certifications:

Required: SAP Certified Development Specialist - ABAP

Required: Formal SAP technical certification in the supported product line.

Required: Certification in at least one formal development methodology.

Professional Skills: Excellent written and verbal communication skills with strong capabilities in change and release management and workload estimation.

Equal Opportunity Employer: Race, Color, Religion, Sex, Sexual Orientation, Gender Identity, National Origin, Age, Genetic Information, Disability, Protected Veteran Status, or any other legally protected group status.

At Randstad Digital, we welcome people of all abilities and want to ensure that our hiring and interview process meets the needs of all applicants. If you require a reasonable accommodation to make your application or interview experience a great one, please contact

Pay offered to a successful candidate will be based on several factors including the candidate's education, work experience, work location, specific job duties, certifications, etc. In addition, Randstad Digital offers a comprehensive benefits package, including: medical, prescription, dental, vision, AD&D, and life insurance offerings, short-term disability, and a 401K plan (all benefits are based on eligibility).

This posting is open for thirty (30) days.