SAP BTP INTEGRATION LEAD (Only W2)

POSITION: SAP BTP INTEGRATION LEAD (Only W2)
LOCATION: Riverwoods, IL or NYC - Day 1 onsite
We are seeking an experienced SAP Integration Lead with 15+ yrs of progressive experience in Implementation to design, lead, and manage integration solutions across SAP and non-SAP systems. The role involves driving integration architecture, ensuring seamless data flow, and aligning with business and customer requirements in complex SAP landscapes.

Integration Architecture & Design
Define and design end-to-end integration architecture for SAP landscapes
Lead integration strategy across SAP S/4HANA, SAP ECC, and third-party systems
Ensure scalable, secure, and high-performance integration solutions

Technical Leadership
Lead development and implementation using SAP CPI (BTP Integration Suite), PI/PO, APIs, IDocs, RFCs, OData, Web Services
Provide technical guidance to integration developers and cross-functional teams
Review solution designs and ensure adherence to best practices

Stakeholder Management
Collaborate with business stakeholders, functional consultants, and external vendors
Act as the primary point of contact for integration-related discussions with customers
Translate business requirements into technical integration solutions

Governance & Quality Assurance
Define and enforce integration standards, guidelines, and governance frameworks
Perform code reviews, design validations, and quality checks
Ensure compliance with security and data privacy standards

Support & Continuous Improvement
Provide support for integration-related issues and production incidents
Drive continuous improvements in integration processes and tools
Stay updated with latest SAP integration technologies and recommend enhancements

Technical Skills
Strong hands-on experience in SAP Integration Suite (CPI), SAP PI/PO
Expertise in API management, REST/SOAP services, IDocs, RFCs, OData services
Experience in SAP S/4HANA integrations and cloud-based integrations
Knowledge of event-driven architectures and middleware platforms
Exposure to EDI integrations and third-party systems
Understanding of SAP modules like FI/CO, SD OTC, MM P2P, etc.
Experience in end-to-end business process integration
Proven experience in leading integration teams and workstreams
Experience in Agile/Waterfall project methodologies
Strong knowledge of integration lifecycle and delivery frameworks

Soft Skills
Strong communication and stakeholder management skills
Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
Ability to work in a fast-paced, client-driven environment

Experience Requirements
15+ years of SAP experience with a focus on integration
4 6 years in a lead or architect role
Experience working with global clients and distributed teams

Preferred Qualifications
Experience in SAP S/4HANA transformation programs
Knowledge of SAP BTP services and cloud-native integrations
Familiarity with event mesh, API gateway, and microservices architecture
SAP Integration certifications (CPI/BTP) are a plus