Expert Development Architect Data & AI Platforms
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Palo Alto, CA - USA
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Job Summary
We help the world run better
At SAP we keep it simple: you bring your best to us and well bring out the best in you. Were builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce and we need your unique talents to help shape whats next. The work is challenging but it matters. Youll find a place where you can be yourself prioritize your wellbeing and truly belong. Whats in it for you Constant learning skill growth great benefits and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
About the Role
As a key leader within the Office of the CTO at SAP you will shape the future of our enterprise data analytics and AI ecosystem. This is a highly strategic forward-looking role that sets the technical vision and architectural standards for our companys data infrastructure.
You will act as the connective tissue between data technologies andthe enterprisereality. Specifically you will serve asaadvisor and subject matter expert responsible for integrating the Apache Iceberg platform into SAPs Data & Analytics products. With a specialized focus on modern Data Lakehouse architectures open table formats (Apache Iceberg) open catalog standards (Iceberg REST Catalog Apache Polaris) and SAPs core data strategy (SAP HANA Business Data Cloud and SAP Analytics Cloud) you will ensure our data foundation is scalable interoperable and primed to support advanced analytics and next-generation AI initiatives.
Key Responsibilities
Bridge Iceberg & SAP Data Products:Act as the primary Subject Matter Expert (SME) and strategic advisor for integrating Apache Iceberg open table formats into SAPs broader Data & Analytics portfolio. Ensure seamless high-performance interoperability between open datalakehousearchitectures and SAP products.
Drive SAPs Data & AI Strategy:Define and own the architectural roadmap connecting modern Data Lakehouse paradigms with SAPs overarching data analytics strategy. Ensure architectural alignment across SAP HANA Business Data Cloud (Datasphere) and SAP Analytics Cloud to support business intelligence scalable machine learning and Generative AI workloads.
Champion Apache Iceberg:Serve as the foremost enterprise expert on Apache Iceberg. Design transition and federation strategies to create a unified Iceberg-backed Lakehouse that extends the capabilities of SAPs core data engines for our customers.
Design Open Catalog Architectures:Lead the evaluation strategy and implementation of interoperable metadata catalogs. Drive our adoption of the Iceberg REST catalog specification and Apache Polaris to ensure multi-engine compatibility (e.g. integrating SAP engines with Snowflake DatabricksDremio Trino) andeliminatevendor lock-in.
Navigate the Enterprise Landscape:Assess and integratenew technologieswithin a complex highly regulated enterprise environment. Ensure all architectural decisions account for enterprise security unified governance RBAC data lineage and global compliance standards across the SAP ecosystem.
Technical Evangelism & Guidance:Act as a trusted advisor to SAP engineering teams product managers and executive leadership. Author technical standards architectural decision records (ADRs) and proof-of-concept (PoC) implementations tovalidatestrategic bets.
Vendor & Ecosystem Evaluation:Continuouslymonitorthe rapidly evolving data and AI vendor landscape. Assess build-vs-buy scenarios manage strategic technical partnerships and ensure SAPremainsat the forefront of the open-source data movement.
ABOUT THE TEAM: The CTO areas mission is to future proof our customers and SAP. Together we evolve SAPs technology strategy and North Star architecture explore the impact of emerging technologies on SAPs portfolio and leverage the insights for build/buy/partner decisions. We accelerate innovation across SAPs portfolio collaborating with engineering teams in SAP partners and start-ups across the globe. With Business AI and Sustainability we accelerate SAPs long-term growth and market leadership
Qualifications
Experience:10 years in data engineering data architecture or software engineering with at least 3 years in a strategic enterprise-wide architectural role (OCTO or Enterprise Architecture experience is highly preferred).
SAP Data Strategy Expertise (Nice to Have):Detailed hands-on knowledge of SAPs data and analytics strategy. Must have deep architectural experience withSAP HANABusiness Data Cloud(SAP Datasphere) andSAP Analytics Cloud.
Deep Lakehouse Expertise:Extensive knowledge of Data Lakehouse paradigms and experience with majorcomputeengines (Spark Trino Flink) and enterprise Databricks and Snowflake areplus.
Open Table Formats:Deep hands-on and theoretical understanding of Apache Iceberg (its internal mechanics manifest files snapshot isolation and optimization techniques like compaction/Z-ordering).
Catalog Mastery:Proven understanding of the metadata catalog ecosystem specifically the Iceberg REST catalog API and emerging standards like Apache Polaris or Project Nessie.
Enterprise AI/ML Context:Strong understanding of how data architecture impacts AI/ML pipelinesMLOps vector databases and LLM fine-tuning/RAG architectures.
Enterprise Pragmatism:Experience dealing with the reality of enterprise landscapescloud networking IAM integration data privacy laws (GDPR/CCPA) and seamlessly connecting legacyon-premisesystems to modern cloud architectures.
Communication:Exceptional ability to translate complex technical concepts into business value for C-suite executives whileretainingthe depth required to debate technical merits with senior engineers and product teams.
ABOUT THE TEAM: The CTO areas mission is to future proof our customers and SAP. Together we evolve SAPs technology strategy and North Star architecture explore the impact of emerging technologies on SAPs portfolio and leverage the insights for build/buy/partner decisions. We accelerate innovation across SAPs portfolio collaborating with engineering teams in SAP partners and start-ups across the globe. With Business AI and Sustainability we accelerate SAPs long-term growth and market leadership
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database analytics intelligent technologies and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide we are purpose-driven and future-focused with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries people or platforms we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP you can bring out your best.
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Requisition ID: 447786 Work Area: Software-Design and Development Expected Travel: 0 - 10% Career Status: Professional Employment Type: Regular Full Time Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
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