SAP Principal Solution Architect (Human Capital Management, SuccessFactors)

TL;DR

SAP Principal Solution Architect (Human Capital Management, SuccessFactors): Designing and optimizing comprehensive HR solutions across the entire employee lifecycle utilizing SAP SuccessFactors and S/4HANA capabilities with an accent on strategic solution design, roadmap definition, and architectural governance. Focus on evaluating new SAP HR/SuccessFactors innovations, ensuring seamless integration, and mitigating architectural risks for global workforces.

Location: Hybrid in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia

What you will do

• Define and maintain the strategic roadmap for HR digital transformation using SAP SuccessFactors and S/4HANA HR.
• Lead architectural design of complex, integrated HR solutions (Core HR, Payroll, Time, Talent, Learning, Recruiting, Onboarding, Analytics).
• Evaluate new SAP HR/SuccessFactors innovations and emerging technologies like AI/ML to optimize processes.
• Collaborate with C-level executives and HR leadership to translate objectives into effective SAP HR solutions.
• Provide architectural governance and oversight throughout SAP HR/SuccessFactors project lifecycles.
• Ensure seamless integration between SAP SuccessFactors, S/4HANA, external payroll, and other enterprise applications via SAP BTP.

Requirements

• 12-15+ years of 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.
• Deep expertise in Employee Central and strong experience with at least 3-4 other SAP SuccessFactors modules (e.g., Recruiting, Onboarding, Performance & Goals, Compensation, Learning, Payroll).
• Understanding of SAP S/4HANA HR (or ECC HR) and integration points with SuccessFactors.
• Proficiency in SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI) for SuccessFactors integration.
• Strong understanding of HR master data management, organizational management, payroll processes, and HR data security/privacy principles (e.g., GDPR).

Nice to have

• Familiarity with SAP BTP services relevant to HR (e.g., Integration Suite, Work Zone).
• Experience with SAP Analytics Cloud for People Analytics or other HR reporting tools.
• Project management certifications (PMP, Agile Scrum Master).
• Enterprise Architecture certifications (e.g., TOGAF).

Culture & Benefits

• Opportunities for continuous learning and career development.
• Encouragement to be courageous and experiment daily.
• Environment of continuous trust and support where everyone can thrive.
• Growth-minded culture, open to feedback and learning new skills.
• Team-focused approach, valuing diverse perspectives for exceptional outcomes.
• Opportunity to discuss flexible working patterns with the recruitment team.