Senior Director – Delivery Chief Architect
Full time Employment / Location: Bangalore
About Us:
smartShift is the world’s leading provider of Intelligent Automation for SAP transformations. smartShift Intelligent Automation(R) offers a better way for SAP customers to migrate and optimize their custom code. With its patented AI-powered solutions, smartShift delivers secure, stable, and optimized code in weeks rather than the months required by conventional approaches. smartShift is trusted by many of the world’s largest SAP customers and has been used to modernize over 3,000 SAP systems, converting over 2.5 billion lines of code.
Job Overview:
We are looking for a seasoned Delivery Chief Architect to lead the technical management and delivery of SAP solutions using the smartShift’s Intelligent Automation platform. The role requires a deep understanding of SAP ABAP, system architectures, solution design, and technical leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality services that meet client expectations. The Delivery Architect will be pivotal in managing escalations, guiding technical teams, and ensuring that our SAP solutions are designed and executed flawlessly.
Responsibilities
Technical Leadership & Delivery:
- Oversee the technical aspects of SAP project delivery, ensuring adherence to prescribed practices and quality standards.
- Act as the senior technical point of contact for clients, addressing high-level technical queries and concerns.
- Coordinate with project managers and other stakeholders to ensure timely and successful delivery of projects.
Escalation & Risk Management:
- Manage technical escalations, identify potential risks, and devise proactive resolutions to mitigate the impact on the delivery timeline and quality.
- Provide expert advice and solutions to complex technical problems during the project lifecycle.
- Team Management & Development:
- Mentor and lead a team of SAP architects and developers, fostering an environment of continuous learning and improvement.
- Ensure the technical team is adept in using the smartShift IP and stays updated with the latest SAP technologies and practices.
Client Engagement:
- Collaborate with client teams to understand their technical requirements and challenges.
- Facilitate workshops and training sessions to educate clients on the smartShift platform and SAP solutions.
- Solution Architecture & Design:
- Work closely with product, engineering, and solutions teams to architect SAP solutions leveraging smartShift’s Intelligent Automation platform.
- Provide guidance and direction on developing and integrating tailored solutions within S/4HANA transformations and SAP Clean Core initiatives.
Qualifications:
- Over 17 years of experience in SAP system architecture, with a track record of successfully delivering large-scale SAP projects and hands-on ABAP experience.
- Comprehensive knowledge of SAP technologies, including SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, SAP Fiori, and SAP Cloud Platform.
- Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to manage high-pressure situations effectively.
- Experience managing offshore teams, demonstrating strong collaboration and leadership in a distributed work environment.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills, capable of navigating fast-paced and dynamic settings.
- Bachelor’s or advanced degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
If you are passionate about building the technology world, be smart and join us at smartShift!
smartShift is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or veteran status.