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Job Summary

SAP Backend Developer (ABAP) to join our India‑based SAP Test Automation & Process Innovation team.

This role focuses on designing, developing and optimizing backend solutions for SAP S/4HANA and SAP BTP, ensuring Clean‑Core‑aligned architectures, enabling robust integrations, supporting validated (GxP) environments, and driving continuous improvement of global SAP backend applications

Key Responsibilities

Design, develop and maintain backend logic using ABAP, ABAP OO, CDS Views, AMDP, RAP/CAP
Lead the replacement and modernization of SAPscript & SmartForms, including migration to modern frameworks (e.g., Adobe Forms, Fiori‑based output)
Develop new forms or enhance existing ones, including print programs, interface logic and data provisioning
Provide expert L3 AMS support, including deep‑dive debugging, root‑cause analysis and performance optimization
Build and optimize OData services for Fiori/UI5 and system integrations
Design and maintain integration scenarios using SAP Gateway, IDoc, RFC, SOAP/REST APIs
Ensure Clean‑Core‑aligned development, upgrade‑safe extensibility and adherence to SAP S/4HANA development guidelines
Create technical specifications, architecture documents, test scenarios and deployment documentation
Collaborate with module consultants, frontend developers and architects to deliver end‑to‑end solutions
Participate in SAP upgrades, rollouts, migrations and continuous improvement initiatives
Mentor junior developers and act as a technical SME for backend and form technologies
Manage external development partners and review delivered code for quality and compliance

Skill Requirements

> 10 years of experience in SAP backend development, incl. strong knowledge in ABAP, ABAP OO, CDS Views, OData, BAdIs, enhancements
Extensive experience with SAPscript, SmartForms and Adobe Forms, incl. redesign and migration
Experience modernizing legacy forms into strategic SAP S/4HANA output solutions
Strong understanding of SAP Gateway, RFC, IDoc and integration technologies
Experience in validated (GxP) SAP environments is desirable
Deep debugging, performance tuning and technical problem‑solving skills
Familiarity with DevOps tools, CI/CD, Git, and SAP transport processes
Ability to lead technical topics and mentor junior colleagues
Experience with agile and classic delivery methodologies
Ability to create functional and technical specifications and test documentation
Good understanding of IT Service Management (ITSM) processes based on ITIL
Strong collaboration skills with application teams and service providers
Proactive, independent working style with high attention to security and compliance
Very good written and spoken English skills; German language skills are an advantage
Experience in agile and classical project delivery models
Team player with the ability to work effectively with people from diverse backgrounds and disciplines
Ability to quickly understand complex processes and issues, with strong communication skills

Other Requirements

High attention to detail and accuracy
Proactive communication and coordination skills
Ability to prioritize tasks and work under SLA driven environments
Willingness to learn and adapt to SAP updates and process changes

Tools & Systems Experience

SAP ECC and S/4HANA systems
ServiceNow (SNOW) for ticket tracking

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