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We are seeking an experienced SAP Technical Lead to provide end-to-end technical leadership across large-scale SAP programmes. This role combines deep hands-on expertise in SAP ABAP and modern SAP development paradigms with strong people leadership and stakeholder engagement. The individual will play a critical role in solution design, integration strategy, delivery governance, and technical decision-making, while mentoring teams and representing SAP delivery in senior forums.
Job Responsibility:
Lead SAP ABAP and Advanced/RESTful ABAP development, including RICEFW objects, Object-Oriented ABAP, CDS Views, RAP, OData services, AMDP, workflows, and performance optimisation
Deliver full-stack SAP solutions spanning Fiori/UI5, ABAP backend components, SAP BTP services, and diverse integration scenarios
Own solution architecture, technical design, effort estimation, proposal development, and VIA submissions for strategic initiatives
Drive automation and innovation-led development to improve delivery efficiency and enhance user experience
Manage and mentor a team of approximately 10 technical consultants, ensuring quality outcomes, effective task allocation, and continuous capability growth
Represent technical delivery in forums such as TDA calls, ITPM discussions, SPDA and security reviews, and change management boards
Establish and maintain robust delivery governance, proactively identifying risks and implementing mitigation strategies
Act as the primary technical point of contact for senior stakeholders and external partners
Contribute to capability building, hiring, and ongoing competency development across SAP technologies
Requirements:
15+ years of overall IT experience, including at least 7 years in SAP technical leadership roles
Deep expertise in SAP ABAP and Advanced ABAP, including enhancements, BADIs, BAPIs, CDS, RAP, OData, AMDP, and workflows
Experienced in multiple full-cycle SAP implementations and large, enterprise-grade SAP programmes
Proficient in full-stack SAP development combining Fiori/UI5, ABAP backend, SAP BTP services, and integration layers
Knowledgeable in SAP APIM and PI/CPI for SAP and non-SAP integrations
Demonstrates delivery excellence in solution design, estimation, automation, and governance frameworks such as VROM, VMC, and TDA
A confident communicator with strong stakeholder management and presentation skills
Familiar with ITPM, SPDA, and change governance processes
Nice to have:
Exposure to Clean Core principles
API-first design
Event-driven architecture
Event Mesh
SAP BTP workflow and extension capabilities
Understanding of SAP security, compliance requirements, and innovation-driven delivery improvements
What we offer:
Opportunity to lead and shape complex, high-impact SAP programmes within a global organisation
Exposure to senior stakeholders and strategic initiatives across Vodafone markets
A collaborative environment that values innovation, automation, and modern SAP practices
The ability to influence technical direction while continuing hands-on engagement with advanced SAP technologies