ABAP Lead Developer (SAP)

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Job Description: ABAP Lead Developer (SAP)

Location: Newark, California (7373 Gateway Boulevard, Newark, CA)

Work Mode: 4 Days Onsite Mandatory

Rate: DOE

Position Overview

We are seeking an experienced ABAP Lead Developer with strong expertise in SAP technical development, modern integrations, and S/4HANA technologies. The ideal candidate will lead end-to-end ABAP development initiatives, architect integrations with enterprise platforms, mentor developers, and work closely with functional/business teams in a fast-paced automotive environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the design, development, enhancement, and support of SAP ABAP objects, including Reports, Interfaces, Conversions, Enhancements, Forms, and Workflows (RICEFW).
• Architect and implement real-time integrations between SAP and external systems such as Salesforce, Neptune, and third-party platforms using REST APIs, SOAP, and OData.
• Build scalable interfaces using SAP Gateway, Workato, and SAP BTP Integration Suite.
• Implement secure authentication/authorization mechanisms for APIs and connected applications.
• Optimize ABAP programs, SQL performance, database queries, and integration flows for speed and scalability.
• Troubleshoot system bottlenecks and recommend technical/architectural improvements.
• Develop solutions using S/4HANA ABAP technologies, including:
• Core Data Services (CDS Views)
• AMDP
• RAP Model
• Fiori/OData Services
• Partner with functional teams across OTC, PTP, VMS, Service, and Warranty modules.
• Conduct code reviews, enforce SAP development standards, and promote reusable frameworks.
• Provide technical leadership and mentorship to junior/mid-level developers.
• Work closely with architects, analysts, project managers, and business stakeholders.
• Translate complex technical solutions into business-friendly communication.
  
  

Required Skills & Qualifications

• 10 years of SAP ABAP development experience.
• 3 years in Lead / Senior Technical Architect capacity.
• Strong expertise in RICEFW development.
• Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA.
• Strong experience with CDS Views, RAP, OData, and Gateway Services.
• Proven experience integrating SAP with external systems.
• Strong SQL tuning and ABAP performance optimization skills.
• Experience with Workato / CPI / BTP Integration Suite preferred.
• Good understanding of SAP business modules: OTC, PTP, VMS, Service, Warranty.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.