What are the responsibilities and job description for the SAP Solution Architect and Lead position at Sopra Steria?
Company Description
Sopra Steria is a European leader in consulting, digital services, and software development, supporting its clients in their digital transformation through innovative and collaborative solutions. With 50,000 employees in nearly 30 countries and a revenue of €5.1 billion in 2022, we are committed to achieving sustainable results and placing people at the heart of technology. The world is how we shape it. For more information, visit us at www.soprasteria.com.
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Job Description
We are seeking an experienced SAP Solution Architect with deep expertise in business process consulting and project delivery management. This hybrid role combines solution architecture, functional leadership, and program oversight—perfect for professionals who can design cross-module SAP solutions, engage business stakeholders, and drive successful delivery.
As a key leader, you will own end-to-end solution design across SAP S/4HANA and cloud platforms (SAP BTP, RISE with SAP, etc.), ensuring business alignment and guiding projects from blueprint to go-live.
- Design end-to-end SAP solutions across functional areas such as Finance, Supply Chain, and Manufacturing, ensuring scalability, integration, and clean core compliance.
- Facilitate business requirement workshops, capture current and future processes, and translate them into functional and technical designs.
- Create and validate architectural blueprints, including process flows, system landscape diagrams, and integration points.
- Manage project plans, timelines, milestones, and resource allocation across SAP workstreams using SAP Activate, Agile, or Waterfall methodologies.
- Collaborate with business stakeholders, functional consultants, developers, and infrastructure teams to ensure seamless delivery.
- Conduct solution reviews, perform risk assessments, and maintain alignment with business objectives and KPIs.
- Contribute to RFP responses, technical estimates, and solution presentations during pre-sales activities.
- Prepare and maintain documentation such as functional specifications, test scripts, and cutover plans, ensuring traceability and quality.
- Coordinate testing phases (SIT, UAT), oversee data migration, and ensure go-live readiness for smooth cutover and business continuity.
- Mentor team members, enforce best practices, and support continuous improvement initiatives within the SAP practice.
- Participate in presales processes and contribute to business growth initiatives.
Qualifications
- Minimum of 10 years of SAP experience with strong cross-functional knowledge in modules such as FI/CO, MM, SD, PP, and related integration points.
- Proven experience as a Solution Architect on SAP S/4HANA or large ECC programs, with deep understanding of end-to-end business processes.
- Ability to gather requirements, define future-state processes, and translate business needs into SAP solutions.
- Hands-on experience in project delivery and management using SAP Activate, Agile, or hybrid methodologies.
- Familiarity with SAP BTP, Fiori/UI5, CDS Views, and API-based integrations (preferred but not mandatory).
- Strong communication and stakeholder engagement skills, with experience presenting to both business and IT leadership.
- Relevant certifications such as SAP Solution Architect (S/4HANA), PMP, and/or Agile/Scrum Master (preferred).
- Excellent problem-solving, documentation, and leadership skills with the ability to work effectively across global, cross-functional teams.
Additional Information
- Competitive salary and annual performance bonus
- Comprehensive benefits package: life insurance, long-term disability, health care, dental, vision
- Paid time off: sick leave, personal days, and 3 weeks of vacation
- Monthly transportation allowance
- Excellent training, development, and career advancement opportunities, with active support to strengthen your skills in a caring, collaborative, and inclusive company culture
- Hybrid work environment
- Provided equipment to ensure optimal productivity
- Sopra Steria is certified as a “Great Place to Work”
We thank all applicants for showing an interest in this position. Please note that only shortlisted candidates will be contacted for further steps in the selection process.
Sopra Steria is an equal opportunity employer, committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. Our company works everyday to combat all forms of discrimination and promote a respectful working environment. We encourage applications from all qualified individuals, including women, visible minorities, Indigenous people, and people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process.