SAP PI/PO Expert

The SAP PI/PO Expert is responsible for leading the architecture development and maintenance of SAP integration landscapes using SAP Process Integration (PI) and Process Orchestration (PO). This role involves managing complex interface solutions between SAP and external systems using IDoc RFC SOAP REST and file adapters.

The candidate will lead technical teams resolve integration issues and directly engage with clients to gather requirements and provide guidance on interface design implementation and monitoring. Experience with S/4HANA and SAP Cloud Integration (CPI) is expected.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the SAP PI/PO integration strategy across projects

• Design and manage end-to-end interface solutions

• Oversee configuration of communication channels mappings and adapters

• Resolve interface failures and conduct root cause analysis

• Manage migration activities from PI/PO to SAP CPI when applicable

• Maintain interface documentation technical specs and configuration records

• Collaborate with functional consultants to align integration with business processes

• Conduct performance tuning and interface optimization

• Ensure secure and compliant integration practices

• Provide leadership and mentorship to technical teams

Required Qualifications & Skills

Education & Certifications

• Bachelors degree in Information Systems Computer Science or related field

• SAP certification in PI/PO or SAP Integration Suite preferred

• Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) is a plus

Experience

• 812 years of SAP experience with at least 5 years in Payment & Cash Management

• 2 years in a team leadership or managerial role

• Proven experience delivering SAP payment solutions in large-scale projects

• Experience in client engagement and treasury process consulting

• At least 5 years of experience in the banking sector

Technical & Functional Skills

• Deep knowledge of SAP PI/PO 7.3 or higher (ESR/ID configurations)

• Proficient in mapping techniques (graphical Java XSLT)

• Hands-on with synchronous/asynchronous interface design

• Experience with SOAP REST OData and API-based integration

• Understanding of BPM ccBPM and Adapter Framework

• Familiarity with SAP Cloud Integration (CPI) and hybrid scenarios

• Knowledge of integration security (SSL SAML certificate management)

Soft Skills

• Strong verbal and written communication skills

• Ability to manage multiple stakeholders and resolve conflicts

• Strong analytical thinking and attention to detail

• Proven leadership mentoring and client-facing capabilities