Solution Architect

Job Description:

Job Description – Solution Architect (SAP S/4HANA Implementation)

Job Summary

The Solution Architect is responsible for defining the end-to-end SAP S/4HANA solution architecture for transformation program in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. This role ensures that business requirements are translated into scalable, secure, and integrated SAP solutions that align with enterprise IT landscape and strategic objectives.

The Solution Architect will provide design authority across functional and technical domains, guiding workstreams on solution decisions, ensuring compliance with best practices, and managing integration with legacy and third-party systems. The role requires deep expertise in SAP S/4HANA, excellent cross-module understanding, and the ability to balance business, technical, and regulatory requirements.

Key Processes

• SAP Solution Architecture Design & Governance
• Cross-Module Design Authority (FI/CO, MM, SD, HCM, Procurement, Analytics, etc.)
• Enterprise Integration & Interface Design (SAP BTP, PI/PO, CPI, APIs)
• Data Architecture & Migration Strategy Oversight
• Security, Roles & Authorization Design Alignment
• Infrastructure & Cloud Architecture (RISE with SAP, On-Premise, Hybrid)
• Non-Functional Requirements (Performance, Scalability, Availability, Security)
• Compliance with Regulatory & IT Policies
• Technical Risk Management & Design Escalations
• Innovation Roadmap (BTP, AI, Analytics, Mobility)

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the definition of the overall SAP S/4HANA solution architecture, ensuring alignment with IT strategy and business requirements.
• Serve as the design authority, reviewing and approving functional and technical design decisions across modules and integrations.
• Ensure end-to-end solution consistency, covering process flows, data models, interfaces, and security.
• Collaborate with business stakeholders to ensure that process design and system architecture are fit-for-purpose and scalable.
• Define and oversee the integration strategy for SAP with legacy systems, third-party applications, and cloud platforms.
• Drive the data migration and data governance strategy, ensuring quality, consistency, and compliance.
• Work closely with Basis, Security, and Infrastructure teams to ensure performance, availability, and resilience of the SAP landscape.
• Ensure compliance with KSA regulatory standards, cybersecurity requirements, and  enterprise architecture guidelines.
• Provide thought leadership on SAP innovations (e.g., SAP BTP, AI/ML, analytics, automation).
• Support governance forums by presenting architecture options, trade-offs, and recommendations.
• Collaborate with the Program Director, Project Managers, and QA Lead to ensure solution quality and delivery assurance.
• Mentor consultants and guide workstream leads on architectural principles and integration patterns.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education & Certifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field (Master's preferred).
• SAP Certified Technology/ Application Professional in relevant modules (S/4HANA, Integration, or Cloud).
• Enterprise Architecture certification (TOGAF, Zachman, or equivalent) desirable.
• Cloud certifications (Azure, AWS, or GCP) preferred.

Experience

• 12–15 years of SAP experience, with at least 5 years as a Solution Architect on large-scale SAP programs.
• Proven experience in SAP S/4HANA end-to-end implementations (at least two full cycles).
• Strong cross-functional knowledge in Finance, Logistics, Procurement, HCM, and Analytics.
• Experience in multi-vendor and hybrid cloud/on-premise SAP landscapes.
• Familiarity with public sector or regulated industry implementations in KSA/GCC highly desirable.

Technical & Functional Skills

• Strong expertise in SAP S/4HANA architecture, including core modules and industry solutions.
• Deep understanding of integration technologies (CPI, PI/PO, APIs, middleware).
• Hands-on knowledge of data migration strategies and tools (SAP Data Services, Migration Cockpit).
• Strong awareness of security and compliance frameworks (SoD, GRC, cybersecurity).
• Familiarity with BTP services, Fiori, and SAP Analytics Cloud.
• Ability to evaluate and recommend new SAP technologies and innovations.

Soft Skills

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with a strategic mindset.
• Excellent communication and ability to explain technical concepts to business stakeholders.
• Leadership skills to guide cross-functional teams and drive consensus on solution decisions.
• Ability to manage conflicts and make balanced trade-off decisions.
• Collaborative, customer-focused, and culturally aware (Middle East environment).

Work Environment & Conditions

• Based in KSA, working closely with IT and business stakeholders.
• Requires flexibility for workshops, solution reviews, and cutover support.
• Close collaboration with SAP consultants, Basis/security teams, and integration specialists.
• Exposure to highly complex, large-scale digital transformation environments.

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