SAP Basis Lead

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Role Description:
The SAP Basis Lead will be responsible for leading the SAP Basis track in a RISE with SAP transformation program, overseeing the migration of SAP landscapes to S/4HANA Private/Public Cloud, ensuring seamless transition, stability, performance, and alignment with SAP's Cloud-first and Clean Core principles.
The role demands strong leadership across conversion, migration, and post-go-live operations, while coordinating with hyperscale, SAP RISE managed services, and cross-functional teams.

Location: Brisbane
Salary: AUD 150,742 - 171,215 Annual Gross
Please Note: - The above salary range is only indicative and maybe subject to suitable enhancements, based on internal company processes
Flexible working arrangements (hybrid, reviewed case-by-case basis). Feel free to connect with your recruiter to learn more about how this works in practice.

Roles and Responsibilities:

1. Leadership & Governance
• Lead end-to-end SAP Basis workstream across RISE transformation lifecycle (Discover → Explore → Realize → Deploy → Run)
• Define Basis strategy aligned with RISE architecture and SAP Activate methodology
• Own planning, execution, risk mitigation, and governance for all Basis activities
• Manage onsite/offshore teams and ensure SLA-driven delivery

2. RISE Transformation Execution
• Drive technical migration to SAP S/4HANA (RISE Private/Public Cloud) including:

• System conversions (SUM/DMO, lift & shift, tenant copy)
• Landscape transformation and simplification

• Plan and execute cutover, mock runs, and go-live readiness activities
• Ensure alignment with SAP Cloud ALM and RISE operating model

3. SAP Landscape & Cloud Management
• Oversee hybrid landscape including:

• S/4HANA, ECC (transition phase), BW/4HANA
• SAP BTP, CPI, Cloud Connector, Web Dispatcher

• Ensure integration readiness across BTP subaccounts, environments (DEV/UAT/PROD)
• Manage connectivity, security, and identity integration

4. Technical Operations & Stability
• Ensure end-to-end system administration, performance, and availability
• Oversee:

• System installs, upgrades, patching
• Transport management & release cycles
• Monitoring and performance optimization

• Drive proactive issue resolution, RCA, and continuous improvement

5. Collaboration with RISE Ecosystem
• Work closely with:

• SAP RISE managed services (infra, DB, OS handled by SAP)
• Application, functional, and integration teams
• Hyperscale (Azure/AWS/GCP) teams

• Define clear RACI between customer, SI, and SAP

6. Change, Release & Transport Management
• Lead release governance including:

• Change management processes
• Transport landscape coordination
• Cutover execution and deployment strategy

7. Security, Compliance & DR
• Ensure compliance with:

• Security policies and access controls
• Disaster recovery and high availability setups

• Validate DR strategy through testing and audits

8. Post-Go-Live & AMS Transition
• Support transition to Application Management Services (AMS)
• Ensure smooth handover, knowledge transfer, and documentation
• Drive stabilization and hyper care support

Essential:

Core Technical
• SAP Basis expertise across:

• ECC → S/4HANA conversions
• SAP RISE (Private Cloud preferred)
• HANA DB administration and migration

• Hands-on with:

• SUM/DMO, system refresh, client copy
• SAP Cloud ALM / SolMan
• SAP BTP, CPI, Cloud Connector

Leadership & Program Exposure
• Experience leading large SAP transformation programs
• Strong stakeholder management (client, SAP, SI partners)
• Exposure to global delivery models and distributed teams

Preferred Certifications
• SAP Certified in:

• SAP HANA / S/4HANA
• SAP Cloud ALM / BTP

• ITIL / Agile certification preferred

Key Success Factors
• Ability to drive complex cloud transformation under RISE model
• Strong coordination between infra (SAP-controlled) and app (SI-controlled) layers
• Deliver stable, secure, and optimized SAP landscape post-migration

Typical Experience Range
• 12-18+ years in SAP Basis
• 3-5+ years as Lead/Architect in transformation programs

In addition to compensation aligned with your role, you'll have access to a wide range of benefits that support your health, career growth, and overall well-being (AU)

• Income Protection Insurance
• Paid Parental and Volunteer leaves
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Flexible working arrangements (hybrid, reviewed case-by-case basis)
• Health Insurance Discount and Well-being Program
• Access to Fitness and Gym Memberships
• Salary packaging and novated leasing

Our recruitment and selection process is designed to create the best match for both you and Infosys. Depending on the role, it may include an initial screening, technical or functional interviews, and conversations focused on cultural alignment and shared values. We are committed to making the experience transparent, respectful, and engaging at every step.

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Client-provided location(s): Brisbane, Australia

Job ID: Infosys-149528BR

Employment Type: OTHER

Posted: 2026-06-19T18:52:55