SAP Technical Engineering Manager (SAP Basis)

We seek an SAP Technical Engineering Manager to lead our expert team in SAP Basis/SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) Administration.
If you want to stay sharp in your technical skills when understanding the value of building relationships, then you're the leader we need.
This position offers remote setup with the flexibility to work from any location in Kazakhstan, whether it's your home or well-equipped offices in Astana, Almaty or Karaganda.

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Technologies

• SAP Basis / SAP BTP Administration

Responsibilities

• Lead and support a team of SAP experts, providing direction and overwatching all SAP Basis/SAP BTP operations
• Build strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders, ensuring alignment across all departments
• Craft proposals and prepare statements of work for SAP projects, collaborating closely with IT teams and business stakeholders
• Design and implement high-performance technical solutions in SAP Basis/BTP
• Manage projects using SAP Activate methodology, encompassing everything from inception to post-production support
• Maintain expert-level knowledge in SAP Basis and BTP, ensuring adherence to best practices and overseeing system upgrades, installations and configurations
• Administer and optimize SAP landscapes for performance, security and stability
• Promptly troubleshoot and resolve SAP-related issues, driving compliance with company policies through regular system audits

Requirements

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems or a related field
• At least 7 years of proven experience in SAP Basis and SAP BTP administration, ideally in a managerial role
• Deep-rooted knowledge in SAP system administration, with specific expertise in SAP S/4HANA, SAP HANA and SAP BTP
• Expertise in troubleshooting complex technical issues
• Outstanding leadership skills accompanied by first-rate communication and interpersonal abilities and a forward-thinking approach to technological innovation

Nice to have

• Experience as an SAP Technical Architect
• Understanding of SAP S/4HANA transition scenarios
• SAP certifications
• Practical knowledge and certifications with hyperscalers (Azure, AWS, GCP)

We offer

• We connect like-minded people: :
  • Delivering innovative solutions to industry leaders, making a global impact
  • Enjoyable working environment, whether it is the vibrant office or the comfort of your own home
  • Opportunity to work abroad for up to two months per year
  • Relocation opportunities within our offices in 55+ countries
  • Corporate and social events
• We invest in your growth: :
  • Leadership development, career advising, soft skills and well-being programs
  • Certifications, including GCP, Azure and AWS
  • Unlimited access to LinkedIn Learning, Get Abstract, O'Reilly
  • Free English classes with certified teachers
  • Discounts in local language schools, including online courses for the Kazakh language
• We cover it all: :
  • Participation in the Employee Stock Purchase Plan
  • Monetary bonuses for engaging in the referral program
  • Medical & family care package
  • Six trust days per year (sick leave without a medical certificate)
  • Coverage of psychology sessions of your choice
  • Benefits package (sports activities, a variety of stores and services)

EPAM is a team of technologists and innovators united by a passion for technology. In Kazakhstan, we operate across all cities with offices in Astana, Almaty, and Karaganda and work with the world's leading companies from different industries. In 2023, EPAM received the Export Excellence Award at the esteemed Digital Bridge Awards, showcasing our commitment to excellence and innovation.