Lead Architect-SAP Business Technology Platform

Lead Architect - SAP Business Technology Platform

Position Overview

Auritas is seeking a Lead Architect to drive the vision architecture development and delivery of
innovative solutions built on the SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP). This highly strategic
and technical leadership role combines the responsibilities of Solution Architect Product Owner
Technical Lead and People Leader to oversee the complete product lifecycle from concept and
design through development deployment enhancement and long-term growth.

The Lead Architect will be responsible for defining product strategy leading architecture decisions
managing development teams driving innovation and ensuring the successful delivery of scalable
secure and high-performing SAP BTP solutions. This individual will collaborate closely with
customers stakeholders product teams and executive leadership to align product capabilities with
business objectives while maintaining technical excellence and development best practices.

The employees performance will be evaluated based on their ability to consistently produce accurate
high-quality work complete assigned responsibilities within established timeframes demonstrate
leadership and accountability and effectively collaborate with internal and external stakeholders.
Success in this role requires strategic thinking strong communication skills innovation customer
focus and a commitment to delivering business value through technology.

Key Responsibilities

Product Strategy & Ownership

Define and maintain the product vision strategy and roadmap for SAP BTP solutions.

Identify product growth opportunities and recommend strategic enhancements.

Serve as the primary liaison between business stakeholders customers and development

teams.

Gather analyze and translate business requirements into detailed functional and technical

specifications.

Prioritize product features capabilities and backlog items to align with strategic objectives.

Manage the complete product lifecycle from planning and design through deployment and

continuous improvement.

Own and maintain the product backlog ensuring alignment with business priorities and

customer needs.

Review customer feedback and market trends to guide future product enhancements and

innovation initiatives.

Update and maintain product roadmaps based on evolving business requirements and market

conditions.

Solution Architecture & Technical Leadership

Design and govern the overall architecture of SAP BTP applications ensuring scalability
security performance and maintainability.
Establish and enforce architectural standards development frameworks and technical best
practices.
Ensure solutions comply with enterprise architecture standards and governance requirements.
Collaborate with functional designers and business analysts to ensure solution designs meet
user experience testing and business requirements.
Conduct ongoing architectural reviews and introduce adjustments as necessary to support
evolving business and technical needs.
Evaluate emerging technologies and recommend innovations that improve product
functionality efficiency and performance.
Assess current tools platforms and development methodologies to drive continuous
improvement.

Development Leadership & Delivery

Lead the design development testing integration and deployment of SAP BTP applications.
Utilize SAP BTP capabilities to maximize business value user experience and operational
efficiency.
Oversee development activities including coding standards peer reviews testing
deployment and release management.
Conduct regular code reviews to ensure adherence to development standards and
architectural guidelines.
Ensure implementation of unit testing and quality assurance processes throughout
development lifecycles.
Collaborate with Quality Assurance teams to develop comprehensive testing strategies
including functional integration performance and security testing.
Monitor development progress and address technical challenges and roadblocks proactively.
Ensure software quality through the establishment of development best practices governance
standards and continuous improvement initiatives.

Agile Delivery & Project Management

• Lead sprint planning execution backlog grooming sprint reviews and release planning activities.
• Facilitate daily standups and support Agile delivery methodologies including Scrum and Kanban.
• Manage project timelines priorities milestones risks and dependencies.
• Monitor project dashboards and performance metrics to ensure successful project execution.
• Adjust project plans and priorities based on stakeholder feedback business needs and team performance.
• Review and update risk management plans and mitigation strategies regularly.

Leadership Team Management & Mentorship

• Lead mentor and develop a team of developers architects and technical professionals.
• Conduct onboarding training coaching and performance management activities.
• Facilitate weekly team meetings to review progress address issues and strengthen collaboration.
• Conduct regular one-on-one meetings with team members to support professional growth and performance improvement.
• Participate in staffing decisions resource planning succession planning and workforce development initiatives.
• Approve vacation requests and manage team capacity to ensure project deliverables remain on track.
• Foster a culture of accountability innovation collaboration and continuous learning

Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

Communicate effectively with executive leadership customers business stakeholders and
technical teams.
Lead stakeholder review sessions and strategic planning discussions.
Provide regular status updates regarding project progress risks and key decisions.
Facilitate stakeholder feedback sessions to gather insights and drive product improvements.
Build strong relationships across functional and technical teams to support successful delivery
and adoption.

Governance Compliance & Quality

Ensure solutions comply with applicable security standards regulatory requirements and
governance policies.
Oversee quality assurance reviews audits and compliance assessments.
Monitor testing outcomes and prioritize remediation efforts based on business impact and risk.
Maintain comprehensive project and product documentation to support operational excellence
and future scalability.
Establish processes to ensure long-term product sustainability and maintainability.

Required Qualifications

Education

Bachelors degree in Computer Science Engineering Information Technology or a related
field required.
Masters degree preferred.
Equivalent combinations of education and experience may be considered.

Experience

Minimum 8 years of experience in SAP architecture cloud development and enterprise
solution delivery.
Extensive experience designing and delivering SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP)
solutions.
Experience leading enterprise application architecture initiatives.
Proven experience managing product roadmaps development teams and software delivery
lifecycles.
Experience working within Agile development environments including Scrum and Kanban
methodologies.
Experience mentoring and leading technical teams.
Experience delivering cloud-native enterprise applications and integrations.

Technical Skills

SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP)
SAP Cloud Foundry
SAP Kyma Runtime
SAP CAP (Cloud Application Programming Model)
SAP UI5 / SAP Fiori

Java
Python
OData Services
REST APIs
SAP S/4HANA Integration
SAP ECC Integration
Third-Party System Integration
CI/CD Pipelines
Git and DevOps Toolsets
Cloud Security Best Practices
Enterprise Solution Architecture
Microservices Architecture
Event-Driven Architecture
Product Lifecycle Management
Agile Delivery Frameworks
Software Development Lifecycle (SDLC) Governance

Professional Competencies

Strategic Leadership
Product Ownership & Product Strategy
Enterprise Architecture
Technical Innovation
Customer Focus
Executive Communication
Stakeholder Management
Team Leadership & Coaching

Project & Program Management
Decision Making
Problem Solving & Critical Thinking
Organizational Planning
Change Leadership
Risk Management
Collaboration & Teamwork
Accountability & Ownership
Continuous Improvement
Business Acumen

Preferred Qualifications

SAP BTP Architect Certification.
SAP Fiori Developer Certification.
Experience with serverless computing architectures.
Experience with microservices and event-driven architectures.
Knowledge of AI-enabled automation and machine learning capabilities within SAP
environments.
Experience with analytics and advanced reporting solutions.
Prior experience serving as Product Owner or Product Lead.
Experience leading distributed or global development teams.
Experience managing enterprise software products through multiple release cycles.

Work Environment & Physical Requirements

Ability to work in a professional office environment.
Ability to sit and work at a computer for extended periods.
Ability to occasionally lift and move office equipment supplies or laptops up to 25 pounds.
Ability to travel locally for business-related activities if required.
Reasonable accommodations may be provided in accordance with applicable laws.

About Auritas

Auritas is a global business transformation and technology consulting firm focused on helping
organizations optimize operations improve business performance and achieve sustainable growth
through innovation and strategic execution. With offices in the United States Canada UAE and
India Auritas partners with clients worldwide to deliver measurable business outcomes and lasting
value.

Core Values & Performance Expectations

Auritas maintains ambitious standards for processes and operations. Employees are expected to
model and uphold the companys Core Values:
Integrity
Teamwork
Accountability
Respect
Customer Centricity
Innovation

Performance is measured by alignment with these values quality of work contribution to
organizational goals reliability communication effectiveness customer service adaptability
leadership effectiveness and overall impact on organizational success.

Compensation & Benefits

Auritas offers a competitive total rewards package designed to attract develop and retain
exceptional talent. Eligible employees may receive a comprehensive compensation and benefits
package that includes:

Competitive base salary
Performance-based incentive opportunities
Health benefits
Retirement savings plan
Paid Time Off (PTO) and Company Holidays
And much more!

Benefits are subject to plan terms eligibility requirements and may be modified at the discretion of
the Company.

Why Join Us

At Auritas we believe our people are our greatest asset. We offer:

Meaningful and impactful work
Career growth opportunities
Collaborative and supportive culture
Flexible work arrangements
Opportunities to drive innovation and product strategy
Commitment to diversity equity and inclusion

Join a team dedicated to delivering transformative business solutions and shaping the future of
enterprise technology.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Auritas is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to creating an inclusive workplace and
do not discriminate on the basis of race color religion sex sexual orientation gender identity
national origin age disability veteran status genetic information or any other protected
characteristic under applicable law.

Work Authorization

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the country where the position is located. Auritas
may provide employment visa sponsorship for qualified candidates on a case-by-case basis subject
to business needs and applicable immigration requirements.

Data Privacy Notice

Any personal information submitted during the recruitment process will be processed in accordance
with applicable privacy and data protection laws and our Privacy Policy.

How to Apply

Interested candidates should submit:
Current Resume/CV
Cover Letter (if requested)
Relevant certifications (if applicable)

Apply today and become part of a team committed to innovation excellence and professional
growth.