Sr. SAP Basis Architect

Job Purpose We are seeking an experienced SAP Platform Architect to join our team in maintaining and further developing the SAP systems for the entire Straumann Group. This role is responsible for designing, developing, and supporting the global SAP technical landscape, including the migration to SAP S/4HANA and SAP RISE. Main Tasks And Responsibilities Act as SAP Platform Architect for the global SAP landscape, covering ECC, S/4HANA, SAP RISE, and related platforms Design and govern the target SAP technical architecture aligned with Straumann Group’s cloud, security, and integration strategies Lead and contribute to the ECC to S/4HANA conversion, including system design decisions, technical readiness, and migration activities Support and shape the transition to SAP RISE, including hyperscaler integration, SAP‑managed services, and shared responsibility models Provide expert‑level guidance on SAP Basis topics, including system installations, upgrades, kernel/database changes, transport management, and performance tuning Collaborate closely with SAP application teams (ERP, CRM, SD/MM, FI/CO, PLM, HCM, BW, Fiori) and infrastructure, datacenter, and AWS/cloud teams Define and enforce technical standards, best practices, and governance for SAP platforms Drive platform modernization initiatives, including automation, monitoring, security hardening, and operational excellence Support the transition from traditional Basis operations toward a service‑oriented SAP platform model, including vendor and service provider management, SLA and KPI definition, and incident, problem, and change management alignment Act as a trusted technical advisor for SAP‑related strategic initiatives and roadmap planning Education And Experience Bachelor’s in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field 8+ years of experience in SAP Basis / SAP technical architecture roles within complex enterprise landscapes Strong hands‑on experience with SAP ECC and S/4HANA (conversion or greenfield projects), SAP RISE concepts and operating models, and SAP on‑premise and cloud/hyperscaler environments (AWS preferred) Solid understanding of SAP technologies such as HANA database, SAP Fiori and UI technologies, SAP Solution Manager / ALM tools, SAP BTP, and SAP integration concepts Experience working with external service providers and system integrators Exposure to IT service management (ITIL) concepts and operational governance is a strong advantage SAP certifications (Basis, S/4HANA, RISE, Cloud, BTP or Architecture) are a plus Personal Attributes Strategic thinker with a strong ability to bridge deep technical expertise and high‑level architectural vision Comfortable working in a transformational environment with changing technologies and operating models Strong communication skills, able to explain complex technical topics to both technical and non‑technical stakeholders Collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across teams and organizational boundaries Proactive, self‑driven, and solution‑oriented Interest in evolving from hands‑on technical work toward platform ownership and service management responsibilities High level of accountability, reliability, and attention to quality Employment Type: Full Time Location: Spain, Madrid – Hybrid working model that requires office work 3 days/week Travel Percentage: 0–5% All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, or disability. #J-18808-Ljbffr