SAP ABAP Expert

This full-time position is based in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, focusing on leading and managing all SAP ABAP development and enhancement activities.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage all SAP ABAP development and enhancement activities.
• Translate functional specifications into technical designs and ABAP programs.
• Oversee custom development for reports, interfaces, conversions, enhancements, and forms (RICEF).
• Guide team members on clean code principles, modularization, and object-oriented ABAP.
• Manage integration developments using IDoc, BAPI, RFC, OData, and Web Services.
• Coordinate with SAP BASIS and transport teams for code migration and release planning.
• Conduct code reviews, performance tuning, and quality assurance.
• Collaborate with functional teams to resolve development-related issues.
• Ensure compliance with development standards and audit controls.
• Maintain development documentation, testing protocols, and support procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills:

• Education & Certifications:

  • Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, or a related field.
  • SAP Certified Development Associate – ABAP for SAP NetWeaver or S/4HANA.
  • Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) is a plus.

• Experience:

  • 8–12 years of SAP ABAP experience, including at least 2 years in an expert or lead developer role.
  • Hands-on development experience in ECC and S/4HANA environments.
  • Experience working across multiple functional modules (FI, MM, SD, HR, etc.).
  • Exposure to SAP upgrade, data migration, and SAP Fiori integration projects.
  • At least 5 years of experience in the banking sector.

• Technical & Functional Skills:

  • Expertise in Classical & Object-Oriented ABAP, Reports (Classical, ALV), Enhancements (User Exits, BADIs, Enhancement Spots).
  • Proficient in IDoc, BAPI, RFC, and OData Services.
  • Experience with Adobe Forms, Smart Forms, and SAPScripts.
  • Knowledge of Data Dictionary, Modular Function Groups, Classes, Interfaces.
  • Familiarity with performance tuning tools (ST05, SAT, SQL Trace, Runtime Analysis).
  • Understanding of version control practices, transport tracking, and change request management.

• Soft Skills:

  • Strong analytical and technical problem-solving skills.
  • Effective communication with functional teams and business stakeholders.
  • Team leadership and mentorship capabilities.
  • Focus on quality, documentation, and governance.
  • Ability to manage multiple developments across projects and deadlines.
  • Customer-oriented mindset with an emphasis on issue resolution and timely delivery.

Work Environment:

• Consulting or delivery environment with multiple SAP development streams.
• Travel may be required within the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia.
• Collaboration with functional consultants, BASIS team, and external partners.
• Participation in testing cycles, go-live cutovers, and post-deployment support.
• Continuous learning aligned with SAP development standards and S/4HANA advancements.
• Role requires adaptability to both waterfall and agile project delivery models.

Language Requirements:

• Not specified.