Remote SAP on Cloud - Lead Basis Architect

Description:

• Protera Technologies is seeking an SAP on Cloud - Lead Basis Architect to help global clients transform their SAP operations with cloud-based solutions.
• The role involves leading technical architecture, delivery, and governance across large-scale transformation programs while mentoring teams and driving operational excellence.
• Responsibilities include designing end-to-end SAP technical architectures across S/4HANA, ECC, BW/4HANA on AWS, Azure, or GCP.
• The architect will lead S/4HANA transformations (brownfield/greenfield/SDT), migrations, upgrades, and cutovers.
• The position requires defining and implementing HA/DR patterns with tested RTO/RPO.
• Establishing automation and Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/CloudFormation) and CI/CD for SAP infrastructure is essential.
• The architect will oversee platform operations readiness, security, and compliance (SOC2/ISO).
• The role includes governing multiparty delivery with SAP, hyperscalers, and MSPs, and translating business requirements into technical solutions while communicating with CxO-level stakeholders.

Requirements:

• Candidates must have 10–15+ years of SAP Basis/HANA experience with proven cloud architecture expertise (AWS/Azure; RISE with SAP/SAP Cloud ERP Private).
• Experience leading multiple end-to-end S/4HANA transformation programs, including transitions to S/4HANA Cloud Private Edition, is required.
• Deep expertise in SAP on Oracle, HANA, SQL, or DB2; SUM/DMO, SPAM/SAINT, CTS+/ChaRM is necessary.
• Hands-on leadership in large-scale migrations and cutovers is essential.
• Strong networking, identity/SSO, and compliance knowledge is required.
• An automation mindset with IaC and CI/CD for SAP infrastructure is expected.
• Demonstrated “player-coach” leadership and mentoring skills are important.
• Excellent communication and executive storytelling skills are required.
• A Bachelor’s degree in CS/IS or a related field is necessary; cloud and SAP certifications are preferred.

Benefits:

• Employees will have the opportunity to work with global enterprise clients.
• Protera offers fast learning opportunities with mentorship, certifications, and career growth.
• Employees can make a real impact in a company where ideas are welcome.
• The position offers a flexible work setup (remote/hybrid).
• Protera promotes a people-first culture with a global mindset.