Job Summary The Senior Manager – SAP Architecture & Solutions leads the design, integration, and governance of enterprise SAP landscapes aligned with business objectives and architecture standards. This role translates business requirements into scalable, secure, and high-performance SAP solutions while driving modernization initiatives such as S/4HANA migrations and adoption of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP). The position provides architectural leadership across utilities-focused SAP environments, ensuring system optimization, seamless integrations, and a future-ready technology foundation that supports operational excellence and business agility. Key Responsibilities • Own SAP solution architecture across utilities modules including IS-U, Billing, Device Management, EDM, AMI, and FI-CA. • Define architecture standards, blueprints, and best practices to ensure consistency and quality. • Design and modernize SAP landscapes across on-premises, cloud, and hybrid environments. • Lead technical strategy for upgrades, migrations, integrations, and transformation initiatives. • Conduct architecture assessments, roadmaps, and optimization efforts. • Evaluate emerging SAP technologies and support proofs of concept and technology selection. • Collaborate with enterprise architects, application owners, and delivery teams to align solutions with business goals. • Establish architecture governance, reference models, and compliance standards. • Design and oversee integrations with enterprise platforms and third-party systems using SAP integration technologies. • Mentor architects and engineers while promoting knowledge sharing and continuous improvement. • Translate business needs into technical designs and ensure successful solution delivery. • Perform system performance reviews and resolve complex architectural issues. • Ensure compliance with regulatory requirements and SAP best practices. Required Qualifications • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field (or equivalent experience). • Minimum of 10 years of SAP architecture and implementation experience. • Deep expertise in utilities processes and SAP IS-U modules. • Hands-on experience with S/4HANA implementations, SAP BTP, BW/4HANA, Fiori, ABAP, and cloud technologies. • Strong experience with SAP integration platforms and core integration protocols. • Solid understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks, governance, and road mapping. • Knowledge of SAP Basis, security, compliance controls, and performance optimization. • Experience delivering SAP solutions in large enterprise environments. • SAP architecture or technology certifications preferred. Preferred Qualifications • Masters degree in a related technical or business field. • Strong leadership, communication, and stakeholder engagement skills. • Deep understanding of utility industry processes and regulatory environments. Core Competencies • Continuous improvement mindset • Change leadership and initiative • Results-driven execution • Customer-focused approach • Strong collaboration and communication • Strategic leadership