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Introduction At IBM, work is more than a job - it's a calling: To build. To design. To code. To consult. To think along with clients and sell. To make markets. To invent. To collaborate. Not just to do something better, but to attempt things you've never thought possible. Are you ready to lead in this new era of technology and solve some of the world's most challenging problems? If so, lets talk. Your role and responsibilities We are seeking an experienced SAP Enterprise Architect to join IBM Consulting SAP team and lead the design and implementation of future-state SAP architectures for IBM clients. This strategic role will focus on aligning enterprise technology solutions with business goals, leveraging industry standards, modern cloud technologies, and human-centric design principles.Key Responsibilities1. Strategic Architecture & Roadmap Developmentu00b7 Define single or multi-instance SAP implementation strategies.u00b7 Develop global process templates and global-local governance frameworks.u00b7 Create Clean Core strategies and SAP landscape blueprints.u00b7 Ensure high availability (HA), disaster recovery (DR), and business continuity through robust, multi-tiered architectures.u00b7 Utilize tools such as SAP LeanIX, Signavio, and Celonis to create enterprise roadmaps and application rationalization strategies.u00b7 Experience with implementation of Artificial Intelligence to supplement SAP capabilitiesu00b7 Drive modernization within the SAP ecosystem using Cloud First, API First, SAP Fiori-first, and microservices-based approaches.2. Technology Infrastructure Optimizationu00b7 Recommend cost-optimized infrastructure strategies including SAP RISE and cloud vendor alignment.u00b7 Advocate for CI/CD practices, modular architectures, and agile operations methodologies.3. Integration & Extensibilityu00b7 Design enterprise integration frameworks using SAP BTP to support extensibility, DevOps, innovation, and hybrid environments.u00b7 Experience with data migration technologies and data strategies to transition to S/4HANA systemsu00b7 Reduce custom development through strategic BTP extensibility models.4. Security & Complianceu00b7 Design and implement Zero Trust architectures with end-to-end data encryption.u00b7 Ensure compliance with enterprise IT security, regulatory standards, and service delivery requirements.5. Implementation Strategy & Executionu00b7 Lead architecture-focused workshops with clients and internal teams.u00b7 Develop detailed implementation roadmaps, including SAP BOMs, timelines, resourcing plans, and cost estimates.u00b7 Partner with Program Management to establish governance models and initiative prioritization.