SAP Advanced Business Application Programming Developer (ABAP)

Job title - SAP ABAP Developer/SAP InHouse Consultant FICO & ABAP

Job purpose

Provide support for our global ERP environments which involves, Requirement Analysis, Development and Customization, Debugging and Support, Performance Optimization, Collaboration with different teams, Testing and Quality Assurance, and Documentation.

Candidate is responsible in ensuring SAP integrity and compliance to all policies, controls and standards.

Main selling points of the job

In this new exciting and challenging role, you will have the possibility to apply your existing knowledge and learn new skills in a dynamic global environment. You will become part of the IT organization that successfully operates in 40 countries in the world. Together with your team you will have the opportunity to contribute to the success of the Group IT Organization at Sulzer.

Main accountabilities and tasks (include KPIs and ESH requirements)

1. Application development and enhancement: Design, code, and test ABAP programs, reports, interfaces, enhancements, forms (SAP Scripts & Smart forms), and workflows (RICEF).
2. System customization and integration: Develop custom applications and interfaces using various technologies, including BAPIs, BADIs, IDocs, and Web Services, to connect SAP with external systems.
3. Collaboration: Partner with business analysts, functional consultants, and end-users to understand business requirements and create technical specifications.
4. Performance optimization: Tune and optimize existing ABAP code for performance and efficiency ,and perform debugging to resolve technical issues.
5. Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation, including specifications, test conditions, and plans.
6. Support: Provide technical support and bug fixes, and assist with system upgrades and migrations.
7. Project lifecycle involvement: Participate in the full software development lifecycle, from gathering requirements and designing solutions to testing and deployment.
8. Mentorship (Senior roles): Mentor and provide guidance to junior developers, conduct code reviews, and promote development best practices
9. Managing the workload, tracking data defect sand issues in a structured way ensuring the resolution of the high importance ticket items
10. Tracking & implementing lessons learned systematically
11. Require travel depending on projects needs

Required skills, Qualifications and Work experience:

• Education: A bachelors degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field is typically required.
• ABAP programming expertise: Proven experience and proficiency in ABAP, including both procedural and Object-Oriented (OO) ABAP.
• SAP module knowledge: A strong understanding of core SAP modules such as FI (Financial Accounting), CO (Controlling), SD (Sales and Distribution), and MM (Materials Management) is essential.
• Development tools: Experience with SAP development tools, including the ABAP Workbench, Data Dictionary, and ABAP Debugger.
• Interface technologies: Proficiency with interface techniques like BAPIs, BADIs, IDocs, and RFCs for data exchange between systems.
• Modern SAP technologies: Experience with newer SAP technologies, such as S/4HANA, Fiori/UI5, and OData services, is highly valued.
• Analytical skills: Excellent problem-solving, debugging, and analytical skills are necessary for troubleshooting and creating effective solutions.
• Soft skills: Strong communication, teamwork, and documentation abilities are crucial for collaborating with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.
• Should have at least 12 years of strong expertise in RICEF objects.

Languages: English

Soft skills:

• Ability to act independently
• Attention to detail
• Customer service oriented
• Flexibility and ability to adapt to Interpersonal skills and cultural awareness
• Planning and Organization skills
• Problem solving skills
• Ability to work in a global team
• Excellent communication and presentation skills