About this role
<p><strong>Integration Architect – SAP & Enterprise Platforms<br><br></strong></p> <p><strong>Role Summary</strong></p> <p>The <strong>Integration Architect</strong> is responsible for <strong>designing, implementing, and governing domain‑specific integrations</strong> across the enterprise SAP and non‑SAP landscape. This role translates enterprise integration standards into <strong>practical, high‑quality integration designs</strong> that connect <strong>SAP S/4HANA, SAP Ariba, SAP SuccessFactors</strong>, and third‑party systems.</p> <p>Operating under the direction of the <strong>Global Integration Architect Lead</strong>, the Integration Architect ensures integrations are <strong>secure, scalable, reusable, and Clean‑Core compliant</strong>, while supporting day‑to‑day delivery across programs and releases. The role acts as the <strong>primary integration design owner</strong> for assigned domains (e.g., O2C, P2P, R2R, HCM).</p> <p> </p> <p><strong>Key Responsibilities</strong></p> <p><strong>1. Integration Design & Delivery</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Design and document <strong>end‑to‑end integration flows</strong> for SAP and non‑SAP systems within assigned business domains.</li> <li>Apply standard integration patterns (API‑led, event‑driven, batch, synchronous/asynchronous) as defined by the Integration Architect Lead.</li> <li>Produce integration design specifications, mappings, and interface contracts suitable for building teams and system integrators.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>2. SAP Integration Suite Implementation</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Design integration using <strong>SAP Integration Suite</strong> (e.g., Cloud Integration, API Management) in alignment with enterprise standards.</li> <li>Leverage standard SAP APIs and events wherever possible to minimize custom development.</li> <li>Support integration testing, defect resolution, and performance tuning activities.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>3. Standards Compliance & Clean Core</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Ensure all integrations comply with <strong>enterprise integration standards</strong>, security requirements, and Clean Core principles.</li> <li>Identify and raise integration risks, design gaps, or non‑standard requirements to the Integration Architect Lead.</li> <li>Avoid point‑to‑point integrations unless explicitly approved through architecture governance.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>4. Cross‑Architecture Collaboration</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Work closely with <strong>Solution Architects</strong> to ensure integrations support end‑to‑end solution designs.</li> <li>Collaborate with <strong>Data Architects</strong> to ensure data semantics, mappings, and quality requirements are met.</li> <li>Coordinate with <strong>Cloud & Infrastructure Architects</strong> to ensure integrations meet runtime and non‑functional requirements.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>5. Delivery Support & Operational Readiness</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Support build and deployment teams by clarifying integration designs and resolving implementation issues.</li> <li>Participate in integration testing cycles, cutover planning, and go‑live support as required.</li> <li>Ensure integration documentation is accurate, complete, and maintained for operational handover.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Required Skills & Experience</strong></p> <p><strong>Integration & SAP Experience</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>10 years of relevant experience</li> <li>Hands‑on experience designing and delivering <strong>enterprise integrations</strong> in SAP‑centric environments.</li> <li>Experience integrating <strong>SAP S/4HANA, Ariba, and/or SuccessFactors</strong> with other SAP and non‑SAP systems.</li> <li>Practical experience with <strong>SAP Integration Suite</strong> or equivalent middleware platforms.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Technical Skills</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Strong understanding of RESTful APIs, message formats (JSON/XML), and integration security concepts.</li> <li>Experience with synchronous and asynchronous integration patterns.</li> <li>Ability to read and interpret functional requirements and translate them into technical integration designs.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Professional Skills</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Strong collaboration skills across architecture, delivery, and vendor teams.</li> <li>Ability to work within defined architectural standards and escalate deviations appropriately.</li> <li>Clear written and verbal communication skills.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Preferred Qualifications</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>Experience supporting large SAP programs (e.g., S/4HANA transformation, Ariba or SuccessFactors rollouts).</li> <li>Familiarity with event‑driven architectures and API lifecycle management.</li> <li>Exposure to global, multi‑region enterprise environments.</li> </ul> <p> </p> <p><strong>Success Measures</strong></p> <ul type="disc"> <li>High‑quality, reusable integrations delivered on time and aligned to enterprise standards.</li> <li>Minimal integration‑related defects and production issues.</li> <li>Strong adherence to Clean Core and architectural guardrails.</li> <li>Positive feedback from Solution, Data, and Platform Architecture peers.</li> </ul>