ABAP Developer

Join our global organization as an experienced ABAP Developer where you'll play a critical role in designing and implementing SAP solutions across our operation. This position offers the chance to work on complex technical challenges while collaborating with teams across multiple regions and time zones.

Core Responsibilities

• Design, develop, test, and maintain ABAP applications across our SAP landscape
• Create new development projects from scratch and support legacy development projects
• Collaborate closely with functional teams and business stakeholders to deliver robust technical solutions
• Manage multiple development projects simultaneously, from requirements analysis through deployment and support
• Apply a forensic mindset to troubleshooting production issues and conducting root cause analysis
• Implement sustainable fixes and contribute to system enhancements
• Participate in technical design discussions and ensure all deliverables meet quality standards and best practices
• Provide production support and optimize existing code for performance and maintainability

Required Technical Skills

• ABAP Fundamentals: 5-10 years of proven ABAP development experience with deep expertise in syntax, commands, efficient code writing, and data dictionary management
• ABAP Objects (OO ABAP): Solid understanding of object-oriented programming principles including classes, methods, and inheritance
• Database Operations: Hands-on experience with SQL for data extraction, internal tables, and data modeling
• Reporting: Expertise in ALV (ABAP List Viewer) and interactive reports; Excel-based data reporting and extraction
• Forms: Experience creating forms using Smartforms and SAPscript
• Debugging & Performance Tuning: Strong capabilities in identifying issues and optimizing code execution
• ABAP RESTful Application Programming Model (RAP): Familiarity with modern S/4HANA development and clean core principles
• Web Services & Integration: Experience creating and consuming REST/SOAP services and working with OData
• Enhancements: Proficiency with User Exits and BAdIs (Business Add-Ins)
• Data Migration: Knowledge of BDC (Batch Data Communication) and LSMW (Legacy System Migration Workbench)
• SAP Fiori/UI5: Experience building modern user interfaces
• ECC 6.0: Mandatory hands-on experience (must have)

Required Functional Knowledge

• Must be fluent in one or more core ERP modules:
• MM (Materials Management)
• PP (Production Planning)
• PS (Project Systems)
• SD (Sales and Distribution)
• QM (Quality Management)
• CS (Customer Service)
• FI (Financial Accounting)
• CO (Controlling)
• Deep understanding of business processes within area of expertise
• Ability to translate functional requirements into technical solutions
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• S/4HANA development experience
• Complex manufacturing environment experience
• Prior work in global, multi-site organizations
  
  

Essential Soft Skills

• Communication: Excellent written and verbal skills in English (must have); German is beneficial
• Attention to Detail: Highly detail-oriented with meticulous approach to development and documentation
• Problem Solving: Forensic mindset with strong analytical thinking and ability to identify root causes efficiently
• Project Management: Proven ability to manage multiple projects and priorities simultaneously while maintaining quality and meeting deadlines
• Collaboration: Comfortable working independently and collaboratively across global teams
• Adaptability: Able to work effectively across different time zones and cultural contexts
  
  

Language Requirements

• English: Fluent (required)
• German: Beneficial

The salary range in this posting depends on qualifications and experience. Actual compensation may vary, and this job posting is not necessarily reflective of actual compensation that may be earned, nor a promise of any specific pay for any specific employee, which is always dependent on relevant experience, qualifications/education, and other factors including work schedule, shift premiums, and overtime.

Gleason is an Equal Opportunity Employer and considers applicants for all positions without regard to age, disability, genetic information and/or predisposing genetic characteristics, marital status, national origin, race/color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, military or veteran status, victim of domestic violence status, arrest or conviction record, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws.

OFFICE ENVIRONMENT

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that would need to be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; sit; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; and talk or hear. The employee may occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job may include close vision, distance vision, color vision, peripheral vision, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job in an office environment. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is occasionally exposed to moving mechanical parts. The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.

REASONABLE ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed above are representative of the knowledge, skill, experience and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed. Employees are required to follow any other instructions and to perform any other duties requested by their manager or supervisor.

DISCLAIMER

The duties listed in this job description are intended only as illustrations of the various types of work that may be performed and is not an all inclusive summary of job duties and responsibilities. The omission of specific statements or duties and responsibilities does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or a logical assignment to the position. This job description does not constitute an employment agreement between the employer and employee and is subject to change by the Company as the needs of the Company and requirements of the job change.

Salary : $74,000 - $120,000