Lead Solution Architect R2R

guiding design, quality and consistency.

• Drive requirements engineering to determine use of standard SAP functionality vs. enhancements or workarounds.

• Collaborate with business stakeholders and crossfunctional streams to design optimized, costefficient SAP solutions aligned with SAP standards.

• Translate functional designs into detailed specifications, oversee documentation, and ensure training materials are maintained.

• Support validation and prioritization of business demands and communicate technical specifications to development teams.

• Participate in unit testing, UAT support, and defect resolution to ensure solution quality and readiness.

• Stay current with emerging technologies and SAP best practices, providing expert guidance for new or evolving SAP solutions and processes.

Your background

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science or a related engineering discipline.

• 10+ years in IT, including 8+ years in solution architecture with strong S/4Hana focus and 5+ years on global projects.

• Strong background in Finance / Controlling area, manufacturing business preferred

• Minimum 3 years of team leadership experience managing onsite/offshore functional and ABAP teams.

• Strong ability to translate business requirements into IT solutions and build consensus across business units.

• Demonstrated decisionmaking skills, innovation mindset, and ability to drive change within virtual, multicultural teams.

• Handson experience with integration tools such as BizTalk and/or MuleSoft; SAP ABAP and ALE/IDoc knowledge preferred.

• SAP certifications (S/4Hana or related solutions) and proven experience implementing SAP best practices in complex transitions (e.g., carveouts).

• Fluent in English with excellent communication and interpersonal skills; international work experience is a plus.

More About Us

• You will do interesting and enriching work, as part of a dynamic, passionate, and collaborative team committed to innovation and continuous improvement

• You will be stretched, encouraged, and supported to grow - we pride ourselves on providing strong learning and development opportunities

• We offer an environment that fosters collaboration, connection, and diversity of thought

• Our culture is one of a kind: come as you are and bring your unique attributes, passion, and drive to the design and management of Pensions & Benefits at Hitachi Energy, contributing to making us 'the place to be' and to our purpose of advancing a sustainable energy future for all

• Flexible working, including hybrid/remote working opportunities

• A competitive compensation and benefits package

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