Architect Advisor F/m/d Consumer Product Retail jobs at Sap in Germany, Berlin

This role can be located in Sydney/Brisbane.

What you’ll do:

As a
Senior Enterprise Architect,you will develop a comprehensive enterprise architecture model for our customers aligning with their enterprise goals, collaborate with virtual account teams (VAT) as a transformation partner and lead activities such as:

• Guide customers through their cloud journey (with special focus on adopt and derive), starting with Enterprise archetypes and scaling digitally.
• Provide enterprise architecture guidance using RISE with SAP methodology and Clean Core principles to ensure that every customer benefits from SAP‘s cloud qualities.
• Act as the Transformation Partner for the CIO or other CxO, driving architecture effectiveness.
• Support adoption, identifying and mitigating technical adoption risks.
• Align customers and partners with SAP’s Clean Core strategy, accelerate BTP adoption and promote SAP best practices.
• Provide customer context to all teams, enhancing customer proximity and experience.
• Articulate the value of the designed target architecture and possible intermediate/ transition steps as well as provide guidance on the realization of the identified benefits
• Serve as a trusted advisor, ensuring secure, reliable, and flexible cloud environments for mission-critical processes.

Transformation, Architectural & Solution Skills:

• Experience delivering enterprise business transformation projects and aligning customer priorities with target architecture and roadmap.
• Knowledge of the SAP Solution Portfolio and Enterprise Architecture Framework (North Star).
• Experience with Business Technology Platform components (application development, automation, data and analytics, integration, AI) and practical experience with S/4HANA applications.
• Strong understanding of Cloud & Clean Core Strategy, familiarity with SAP LeanIX, Signavio, and Cloud ALM.
• Knowledge of SAP's Business AI roadmap, including identifying use cases and piloting AI-driven solutions to enhance business processes.
• Expertise in SAP Integration and Extensibility Advisory Methodologies.

Must-Have Requirements:

• 5+ years in customer experience roles (e.g., Program Manager, Architect), with experience in end-to-end architectural design for hybrid solution landscapes.
• Knowledge of SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework and Toolset, and experience with BTP components and services such as application development, automation, data and analytics, integration, and AI capabilities.
• S/4HANA technical or/and SAP S/4HANA application/functional knowledge/experience.
• Proficiency in SAP Integration and Extensibility Advisory Methodologies and Clean Core principles.
• Excellent communication, influencing, and negotiation skills (in English) at the senior management within an IT team and across business functions.
• Mindset for Strategic Thinking, Continuous Learning, and Business Acumen.

Nice-to-Have Requirements:

• Knowledge of on-premise and corresponding SAP cloud solutions.
• Professional training and certification (e.g., SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework featured by LeanIX EAM, SAP Certified Professional-Enterprise Architect [P_SAPEA_2023], TOGAF) as a plus.

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Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

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What You Bring

We are planning a practical and immersive portion of our program, which will have participants spend between 4 and 6 weeks, spread across two trips, in San Ramon, California. This experience is designed to provide unparalleled hands-on learning and networking opportunities. *Please note that this is still in the planning phase, and the final decision will be confirmed by the first quarter of 2026. We will ensure that this information is communicated promptly and that sufficient time is provided for necessary preparations.

During intensive phases of the program, it is critical that all participants are fully engaged and present to ensure maximum learning and success. As such, vacation will not be approved during some critical times of the program.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

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Responsibilities

• You will proactively partner with customers to sustainably increase consumption of SAP BTP services, and coordinate activities with the Account Team, by building out a joint outcome-based plan, and drive a mutual understanding of IT-Architecture and business value
• You understand the big picture, deliver expertise with digital transformation, and advise on technical and business architectures.
• You are the primary SAP BTP strategic point of contact and will orchestrate success resources across SAP and customers, leveraging assets of the SAP BTP engagement model.
• You will analyse your customer’s technical needs and execute consumption plans for your assigned customers.
• You will instruct and prepare the customer to make the best use of the solution, in alignment with SAP strategy and roadmap.
• You will be a voice of the customer to internal SAP stakeholders. You will work with colleagues from a broad variety of groups such as Cloud Success Services life-cycle relevant centers of experts, Account Teams, Pre-sales, Product Management groups, Support, Services, Partners, etc.
• BTP-CSP Senior Advisor may also be assigned to fulfill a customer’s premium subscription services.

Role Requirements

• Have 5-6 years of experience working in the IT Industry. Your background could be Software Engineering, Solution Management, Project/Product Management, Project Implementation, Pre-sales, Technical Customer Engagement, Customer Success, Proactive Support Services, Consulting, etc.
• Have excellent understanding of one or more areas of the SAP BTP portfolio: SAP BTP Extension and Integration Suite, Cloud Databases, Cloud Data Management, Analytics Cloud Solutions
• Have a working knowledge of hybrid and cloud-based landscapes and can guide customers on technology architectures and strategies. Certifications in enterprise architecture are a plus.
• Have foundational knowledge of public cloud platforms and providers (e.g. Microsoft Azure, Amazon Web Services, Google Cloud, etc.) • Have professional experience with implementing cloud initiatives
• Have excellent communication and presentation skills. Familiarity with design thinking methodology is a plus
• Communicate proactively and can prioritize efficiently. You have a strong sense of accountability.
• Can manage complex organizational dynamics both internally at SAP, as well as externally with customers and partners.
• Can continuously learn and adapt to the unique business and cultural practices of each region/country. • Have a strong customer service mindset and customer empathy.
• Have a passion for learning new technologies and enjoy problem solving.
• Thrive in a dynamic team-based environment and can guide new team members into the role

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

About the team:

• Dynamic Problem Solvers: Our team is composed of individuals who thrive in fast-paced environments and are adept at adapting to new challenges, ensuring we consistently deliver innovative solutions.
• Open-Minded Collaborators: We foster a culture of inclusivity and openness, encouraging diverse perspectives and ideas to enhance our projects and drive success.
• Guiding Dev Teams in Adopting Our Practices: Our team collaborates with internal development teams to enable and guide their journey in adopting our development portal and CI/CD practices, ensuring streamlined processes and enhanced productivity.
• Fun and Energetic Work Environment: We believe in maintaining a lively and enjoyable workspace that boosts creativity and productivity, making every day an exciting opportunity for growth and collaboration.
• Global Presence in Strategic Locations: With one team based in Walldorf and another in the Bay Area of the US, we leverage our global presence to harness diverse resources and insights, strengthening our team's capabilities and reach.

What you’ll do:

Work with senior consultants and internal development teams on

• Assist in planning, organizing, and documenting workshops for development teams.
• Follow up with participants to gather feedback and track action items.
• Help plan and conduct interviews with development teams, including preparing targeted questions to uncover technical stack details.
• Organize findings from interviews and workshops to support platform service recommendations.
• Contribute to developing clear and user-friendly materials that guide teams in adopting platform services.
• Support continuous improvement of workshop and interview processes through feedback and iteration.
  

Who you are:

You are a student (f/m/d) at a university or a university of applied sciences. We’re looking for someone who takes initiative, perseveres, and stays curious. You like to work on meaningful innovative projects and are energized by lifelong learning.

• Strong attention to detail and organizational skills.
• Interest in user experience (UX) and a product-thinking mindset.
• Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal in English.
• Ability to work collaboratively with different teams and stakeholders.
• Curiosity about development processes, tech stacks, and platform services.
• Proficiency with basic office and collaboration tools (e.g., Microsoft Office)
• Background or coursework in Information Systems, Product Thinking, User Experience, or a related field.
• Prior experience supporting workshops, projects, or customer research (academic or professional).

Your set of application documents should contain a cover letter, a resume in table form, school leaving certificates, certificate of enrollment, current university transcript of records, copies of any academic degrees already earned, and if available, references from former employers (including internships). Please also describe your experience and skills in foreign languages and computer programs / programming languages.

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What you’ll do

As Senior Digital Enterprise Architect you are responsible for driving scalable enterprise transformation, enabling organizations to accelerate cloud adoption, optimize business value, and maximize automation. You support customers to translate their strategy into architecture and support them on their cloud transformation journey by leveraging SAP’s reference-based services that allow an outside-in perspective. Furthermore, you can expect to:

• Be at the forefront of modernizing enterprise transformation by leveraging digital tools

• Support organizations to continuously innovate and adopt state-of-the-art technologies
• Drive the adoption of AI-driven automation and SAP RISE integrated toolchain and methodologies
• Engage with Global Enterprise Architecture teams to leverage expertise as needed throughout the customer lifecycle
• Leverage data & tools to track and manage adoption a consumption activities, including Relationship Assessments and Outcome Success Plans
• Act as primary point of escalation for customers account issues
• Join a dynamic ecosystem focused on digital customer engagement
• Work in an innovative and growth-oriented business area
• Benefit from a culture that encourages collaboration, continuous learning and growth mindsets

What you bring

• 3+ years of experience in enterprise architecture, digital transformation or cloud adoption projects
• Understanding of enterprise architecture methods as well as integration architectures
• Advanced knowledge of cloud technology (SaaS, DaaS, PaaS) in business environments
• Knowledge in project management methods and tools, and the ability to plan, coordinate, and monitor initiatives, and problem-solving skills
• Strong presentation skills as well as clear and effective communication and the ability to build and maintain relationships with various stakeholders and understand their expectations, technical and business requirements
• Knowledge of SAP product portfolio as well as key GTM motions such as RISE with SAP or specific knowledge in one or several areas
• Proficiency in English
• Proficiency in Arabic

Barcelona or New Cairo

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• Own and drive the product vision, strategy, and execution for the Inventory and its foundational capabilities of our solution, ensuring it delivers measurable value to customers and supports strategic IT decision-making at scale.
• Collaborate closely with senior leadership, product and Go-To-Market peers, taking full accountability to align roadmaps, define priorities, ensure delivery quality and product outcomes.
• Maintain a hands-on product mindset, while safeguarding time for strategic work and long-term planning.
• Partner closely with UX and Engineering in your tribe and beyond to deliver cohesive and impactful product experiences.
• Spearheading innovation initiatives, including the integration of AI-driven features, ensuring alignment with long-term business value and market differentiation.
• Build strong, trusted relationships with strategic customers, acting as a thought partner and champion for their evolving needs.
• Take formal leadership and build a high-performing team of product managers in your tribe by coaching, developing, and empowering them to grow and succeed.
• Act as a visible ambassador of the Inventory both internally and externally, including customer briefings, conferences, and executive sessions.

• 5+ years of hands-on Product Management experience in modern agile software development environments (SaaS).
• 3+ years track record of direct people leadership experience in building, mentoring, and scaling high-performing product teams.
• Proven ability to translate complex technical capabilities into business outcomes that resonate with customers.
• Strategic mindset combined with executional rigor — you can set direction, make bold decisions, and deliver results in dynamic environments.
• A solid understanding of the Enterprise Architecture Management (EAM) domain, ideally with a collaborative and community-focused mindset.
• Strong stakeholder management and influencing skills, with high empathy for both customers and internal teams.
• Fluent in English is mandatory.

What You Bring

We are planning a practical and immersive portion of our program, which will have participants spend between 4 and 6 weeks, spread across two trips, in San Ramon, California. This experience is designed to provide unparalleled hands-on learning and networking opportunities. *Please note that this is still in the planning phase, and the final decision will be confirmed by the first quarter of 2026. We will ensure that this information is communicated promptly and that sufficient time is provided for necessary preparations.

During intensive phases of the program, it is critical that all participants are fully engaged and present to ensure maximum learning and success. As such, vacation will not be approved during some critical times of the program.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process