Senior SAP Basis Engineer (Remote)

We are seeking an experienced and proactive Senior SAP Basis Engineer to join a global IT team supporting complex SAP landscapes. In this role, you will be responsible for the administration, optimization, and reliability of SAP systems, ensuring high performance, security, and alignment with business objectives.

This is a fully remote position, ideal for someone who thrives in an autonomous work environment while maintaining strong communication and collaboration with distributed teams.

Key Responsibilities

Administer, maintain, and optimize SAP systems including S/4HANA, ECC, BW, Solution Manager, and related components
Plan and execute installations, upgrades, patches, and migrations across on-premise and cloud environments (Azure)
Monitor system performance, troubleshoot critical incidents, and perform performance tuning to ensure stability and availability
Support backup, recovery, and disaster recovery processes across SAP landscapes
Collaborate with development, functional, and infrastructure teams on enhancements, new implementations, and ongoing operations
Review and interpret detailed business and technical requirements to ensure alignment between business needs and IT capabilities
Coordinate and plan SAP upgrades and project-related activities
Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including automation and system optimization
Create and maintain technical documentation for SAP systems and processes
Ensure compliance with internal IT standards, security policies, and best practices
Perform technology scouting, run proof-of-concepts, evaluate new solutions, and collaborate with vendors
Provide technical guidance and mentoring to junior team members when required

Required Skills & Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
8+ years of hands-on experience in SAP Basis administration
Strong expertise in SAP architecture, including S/4HANA, ECC, and SAP BW
Proven experience with SAP upgrades and migrations, including cloud environments (Azure)
Solid database administration experience (SAP HANA, Oracle, or SQL Server)
Strong understanding of SAP security concepts and role-based access control
Experience with monitoring tools such as SAP Solution Manager, EarlyWatch Alerts, and system monitoring utilities
Excellent analytical and troubleshooting skills with strong attention to detail
Strong communication and collaboration skills, particularly in remote environments
Business-level English proficiency

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working in Agile environments
Familiarity with ITIL frameworks and processes
SAP Basis or SAP HANA certification is an advantage

Key Traits & Behaviors

Proactive, self-driven, and comfortable working independently in a remote setting
Transparent and open communicator, willing to share progress and address challenges openly
Strong team-oriented mindset with a focus on collaboration and knowledge sharing
Commitment to continuous learning and staying current with SAP innovations and best practices

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