Lead - Integration (AEM-IS)

We are seeking a highly experienced SAP Integration Lead to own and lead enterprise scale integration platform across SAP Integration Suite, SAP PI/PO, Advanced Event Mesh (Solace), API Management , and related middleware technologies.

This role is accountable for design, develop, and maintain scalable integration solutions that bridge cloud and on-premise applications across global enterprise environments. You will also be instrumental in mentoring junior developers and driving best practices for integration design, security, and performance supporting business critical, Tier1 integrations .

Key Responsibilities

• Architect and lead the design of scalable, secure, and high-performance integration solutions using SAP BTP Integration Suite, CPI, and Solace PubSub+.
• Define integration strategies and roadmaps aligned with enterprise architecture and digital transformation goals.
• Lead the migration of legacy interfaces from SAP PI/PO to SAP Integration Suite, ensuring minimal disruption and optimal performance.
• Govern and optimize the use of SAP BTP services including API Management, Event Mesh, Open Connectors, and CPI-DS.
• Oversee the configuration and administration of Solace messaging infrastructure, including advanced topic routing and durable subscriptions.
• Champion API-first design principles, ensuring robust, reusable, and secure APIs using REST/SOAP standards.
• Collaborate with enterprise architects, business stakeholders, and cross-functional teams to define integration requirements and governance models.
• Mentor and guide junior developers, conduct code reviews, and lead knowledge-sharing initiatives.
• Establish best practices for monitoring, logging, and troubleshooting using tools like SAP Solution Manager, ElasticSearch, and Splunk.
• Drive continuous improvement through Agile methodologies, DevOps practices, and innovation initiatives.

Integration & Technology Leadership

• Provide technical oversight for SAP CPI, API Management, Event driven integrations, REST/SOAP services, and legacy PI/PO interfaces.
• Lead migration and modernization initiatives from SAP PI/PO to SAP Integration Suite and event driven architectures.
• Collaborate with architecture and delivery teams to ensure operational readiness for new integrations before go-live.

People & Delivery Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and grow a team of integration team.
• Build a strong culture of ownership, accountability, continuous improvement, and customer focus.
• Drive skill development across SAP Integration Suite, Solace, API platforms, cloud, and AI.
• Manage workload prioritization and delivery roadmap

Core Experience Required Skills & Experience

• 14+ years in enterprise integration and middleware platforms.
• 10+ years leading and managing technical operations or platform teams.
• Proven experience in leading large-scale integration projects across cloud and on-premise systems.
• Deep technical expertise in ABAP, IDOCs, BAPI, RFC, and ALE.
• Strong command of Solace CLI, Solace APIs, and Solace Cloud Console.
• AI-augmented development experience
• Proficiency in Java, Groovy, Python, and integration-specific scripting.
• In-depth understanding of security protocols (OAuth, SAML, SSL) and API lifecycle management.
• Experience with SAP S/4HANA, SAP Fiori, and hybrid integration scenarios.

Technical Expertise

• Integration Tools: SAP CPI, SAP PI/PO, SAP BTP, API Management, Event Mesh, Cloud Connector
• Languages: Java, ABAP, Groovy, Python, JavaScript, XML/XSLT
• Protocols: REST, SOAP, IDOC, OData, RFC, BAPI, SFTP, HTTP
• Platforms: SAP S/4HANA, ECC, Fiori, HANA
• Tools: Eclipse, NetWeaver Studio, Postman, SoapUI, GitHub
• Cloud & DevOps: Docker, Kubernetes, Jenkins, Git, CI/CD

Leadership & Soft Skills

• Strategic mindset with strong people management, coaching, and mentoring capabilities.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proven ability to operate in complex, ambiguous, and high pressure environments.
• Analytical thinker with a passion for innovation and continuous improvement.
• Strong decision making, accountability, and problem solving skills.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field.
• Relevant certifications in SAP Integration Suite, SAP BTP, Solace, API Management, Cloud, or AI are a strong plus.