Job description
Key Responsibilities
1. Planning and Strategy:
o Conduct assessments of existing SAP PI/PO interfaces, including Integrated Configuration Objects (ICOs), mappings, and dependencies.
o Develop a comprehensive migration strategy and roadmap aligned with best practices and project timelines.
o Collaborate with stakeholders to define requirements and address business needs.
2. Migration Execution:
o Migrate PI/PO interfaces to SAP BTP Integration Suite using tools like SAP Migration Assistant.
o Redesign and optimize complex interfaces to align with cloud-native architecture, ensuring scalability and performance.
o Implement connectivity protocols (e.g., IDoc, RFC, SOAP, REST, SFTP) and configure security mechanisms (OAuth 2.0, certificate-based authentication).
3. Development and Optimization:
o Develop reusable components, including error-handling mechanisms, logging templates, and retry frameworks.
o Convert legacy mappings (e.g., Java mappings) into Groovy or XSLT scripts as required.
o Optimize middleware logic by shifting non-core functionalities to S/4HANA or other backend systems.
4. Testing and Validation:
o Conduct unit, functional, and performance testing to ensure accuracy and reliability of migrated interfaces.
o Perform parallel testing to validate output consistency between PI/PO and Integration Suite systems.
o Monitor and troubleshoot issues during the migration process, leveraging SAP Cloud ALM and runtime tools.
5. Post-Migration Support:
o Provide Hypercare support during the transition to production.
Qualifications and Skills
• Technical Expertise:
o Strong experience with SAP PI/PO, including ICOs, mappings, adapters, and configuration.
o In-depth knowledge of SAP BTP Integration Suite components such as Cloud Integration (iPaaS), Open Connectors, and API Management.
o Proficiency in integration protocols (IDoc, SOAP, REST, OData, SFTP, etc.) and security standards (OAuth 2.0, TLS, certificates).
o Hands-on experience with Groovy, JavaScript, and XSLT for data transformations.
• Project and Analytical Skills:
o Experience in planning and executing migration projects, including risk assessment and dependency management.
o Ability to analyze technical debt and optimize middleware logic.
o Familiarity with SAP Cloud Transport Management and monitoring tools such as SAP Cloud ALM.
• Soft Skills:
o Strong collaboration and communication skills to work with technical teams, business users, and external stakeholders.
o Problem-solving mindset with a focus on delivering scalable and reliable solutions.
Preferred Experience
• At least 7+ years of experience in SAP PI/PO development and administration.
• Minimum 2+ years of experience working with SAP BTP Integration Suite or equivalent cloud-based integration platforms.
• Experience in large-scale migration projects and phased deployment methodologies.
• SAP Integration Suite certifications or SAP PI/PO certifications are a plus.