SAP Principal Functional and Solution Consultant - Human Capital Management and SuccessFactors

Introduction

1. Strategic Solution Design & Road mapping:

• Define and maintain the strategic roadmap for the organization's HR digital transformation, utilizing SAP SuccessFactors and relevant SAP S/4HANA HR capabilities.
• Lead the architectural design of complex, integrated HR solutions, covering areas such as Core HR, Payroll, Time Management, Talent Management, Learning, Recruiting, Onboarding, and HR Analytics.
• Evaluate new SAP HR/SuccessFactors innovations and emerging technologies (e.g., AI/ML in HR, chatbots, intelligent automation) to identify opportunities for process optimization and business value.
• Develop comprehensive solution blueprints, reference architectures, and technical specifications for HR implementations.

2. Business Partnership & Advisory:

• Collaborate closely with C-level executives, HR leadership, and business stakeholders to understand their strategic objectives, operational challenges, and translate them into effective SAP HR solutions.
• Act as a trusted advisor, providing expert guidance on SAP HR/SuccessFactors capabilities, best practices, and industry trends to optimize human capital management.
• Facilitate workshops, conduct architectural assessments, and present solution concepts to diverse audiences.

3. Implementation Oversight & Governance:

• Provide architectural governance and oversight throughout the project lifecycle of SAP HR/SuccessFactors implementations, ensuring adherence to design principles, standards, and best practices.
• Guide functional and technical teams on complex design decisions, integration strategies, data migration, and cutover planning specific to HR processes.
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP SuccessFactors modules, SAP S/4HANA (FI/CO, MM for HR-related processes), external payroll providers, and other enterprise applications via SAP BTP.
• Drive a "clean core" approach where applicable, leveraging standard functionalities and side-by-side extensions for custom requirements.

4. Performance, Scalability & Security:

• Design solutions that ensure optimal performance, scalability, and stability of SAP HR/SuccessFactors systems, supporting a global workforce and complex HR operations.
• Identify and mitigate architectural risks, technical debt, and potential integration challenges within the HR landscape.
• Ensure data privacy (e.g., GDPR, local regulations), security, and compliance requirements are built into all HR solutions.

5. Leadership & Mentorship:

• Provide technical leadership and architectural guidance to solution architects, functional consultants, and development teams within the HR domain.
• Mentor junior team members, fostering their growth in SAP HR/SuccessFactors expertise and architectural principles.
• Drive knowledge sharing, collaboration, and continuous improvement within the SAP HR community.

Your role and responsibilities

The SAP Human Resources (HR) Solution Architect is a senior expert responsible for designing, optimizing, and implementing comprehensive solutions across the entire employee lifecycle. This role primarily leverages SAP's HR portfolio, including SAP SuccessFactors (Employee Central, Recruiting, Onboarding, Learning, Performance & Goals, Compensation, Succession & Development, Payroll), SAP S/4HANA HR (for on-premise or hybrid scenarios), and relevant SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) services for HR extensions and integrations.

The architect will serve as a strategic advisor to HR leadership and business stakeholders, translating complex human capital management challenges into efficient, integrated, and sustainable SAP solutions that enhance employee experience, streamline HR operations, and support strategic workforce planning.

Required education

Bachelor's Degree

Preferred education

Master's Degree

Required technical and professional expertise

• Experience:
  • [12-15]+ years of progressive experience in SAP consulting and implementation, with a dedicated focus on Human Resources solutions.
  • [5-7]+ years in a lead architect or solution architect role specializing in SAP HR/SuccessFactors.
  • Proven experience leading multiple full lifecycle SAP SuccessFactors implementations across various modules.
  • Extensive experience with various SAP HR solutions, including:
    • SAP SuccessFactors: Deep expertise in Employee Central is critical. Strong experience with at least 3-4 other modules (e.g., Recruiting, Onboarding, Performance & Goals, Compensation, Learning, Payroll).
    • SAP S/4HANA HR (or ECC HR): Understanding of core HR processes and integration points with SuccessFactors.
    • Familiarity with SAP BTP services relevant to HR (e.g., Integration Suite for connecting SuccessFactors to other systems, Work Zone for employee experience portals).
  • Technical Skills:
    • Deep functional and technical understanding of SAP SuccessFactors modules and their integration capabilities.
    • Proficiency in SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) for SuccessFactors integration (e.g., EC to Payroll, EC to ERP, third-party integrations).
    • Strong understanding of HR master data management, organizational management, and payroll processes.
    • Experience with SAP Analytics Cloud for People Analytics or other HR reporting tools.
    • Knowledge of HR data security and privacy principles.
  • Certifications & Methodologies:
    • Relevant SAP SuccessFactors certifications (e.g., Employee Central, Integration Center).
    • Project management certifications (PMP, Agile Scrum Master) are a plus.
    • Enterprise Architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF) desirable.
    • Proficiency in Agile and SAP Activate methodologies.
  • Soft Skills:
    • Exceptional analytical, conceptual, and problem-solving skills to address complex HR challenges.
    • Superior communication, negotiation, and presentation skills, with the ability to influence and collaborate effectively with all levels of stakeholders.
    • Strong leadership capabilities with a proven ability to guide and mentor technical and functional teams.
    • Excellent business acumen and a strong understanding of end-to-end HR processes across various industries.

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Client-provided location(s): Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

Job ID: IBM-59778

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2025-09-26T18:48:41