EPFL, the École polytechnique fédérale de Lausanne, is one of the most dynamic university campuses in Europe and ranks in the global top 20 of many academic rankings. EPFL has more than 6,500 staff members who bring to life the School’s three main missions: education, research and innovation. The EPFL campus offers an exceptional working environment at the heart of a community of more than 17,000 people, including nearly 12,500 students and 4,000 researchers from over 120 different nationalities.
SAP Developer
Mission EPFL faces major challenges in Information System management. The Information Systems Domain (DSI) is responsible for implementing EPFL’s digital strategy. These missions include, through a combination of direct and matrix responsibilities, the development and implementation of EPFL’s IT strategy and master plan, the digitalisation of business processes, IT security, management of central IT infrastructures, management of core business applications, as well as coordination with the IT services of the Faculties.
DSI is looking for a SAP developer. The person in this position must be a specialist in ABAP and FIORI application development. Your primary mission is to assist us in the migration (to S/4) of our ERP. You will also ensure the maintenance and evolution of the SAP platform to meet business needs. You will participate in projects, working in partnership with various EPFL services and other external partners.
Main tasks and responsibilities Your role
Ensure developments in ABAP, ABAP OO, RAP, SAPUI5 and JavaScript of all types of programmes (Report, BADI, Classes, CDS, FIORI, etc.) possible within SAP systems
Ensure the development of Workflows
Use SAP BTP services
Ensure the development of interfaces on SAP PO
Configure authorisation management and OT transport tools
Lead or participate in projects and activities within your area of expertise
Contribute to all project phases e.g.: scoping, design, implementation, testing, production deployment, go-live support
Ensure that technical documentation is produced and accessible to the development team
Follow or apply the project methodology in accordance with EPFL’s project management standards
Analyse, configure and implement software components respecting current standards, conventions and best practices
Other tasks
Develop and maintain SAP technical documentation
Ensure good coordination with other functional and technical domains regarding SAP systems and/or in liaison with SAP
Transfer skills to team colleagues
Provide a service compliant with quality directives (e.g.: Hermes, ITIL) and audit guidelines
Provide cover for a team colleague
Technology watch: monitor SAP technological developments and assess their impact on the IS in place at EPFL
Corrective and evolutionary maintenance within support framework
Manage and coordinate the resolution of tickets (incidents, requests, evolutions) assigned to the team, according to established SLAs, through the ITSM management tool
Ensure and manage the implementation of change requests according to scope, time and resources agreed with the business
Follow up incidents until resolution and keep the business informed of progress and resolution status
Work closely with Service Managers and BRM to maintain a good level of service
Profile Higher education degree in computer science (HES, University or EPF) or equivalent training
SAP - Experienced: SAP ABAP, ABAP OO, RAP, CDS, SAPUI5 and FIORI (minimum 3 years’ experience)
Knowledge of SAP Process Orchestration, ChARM and S/4 HANA is a plus
Experience using the Migration Cockpit
Mastery of authorisations on SAP Backend and Fiori frontend
Strong synthesis skills and good communication abilities
Strong solution and client orientation
Strong service mindset, seeking dialogue while having and defending convictions
Rigor, precision, proactivity
Languages: Excellent knowledge of French (C1) and English (B2), German is a plus
Female applications are strongly encouraged.
We offer A multicultural and high-quality academic working environment
Opportunities for continuing education
An involvement at the heart of EPFL’s Information System
Please submit a complete application file including:
A cover letter
A CV
Copies of diplomas, work certificates and certifications (if applicable)
References and a criminal record extract may be requested later
Information Starting date: As soon as possible
Work rate: 100%
Contract type: Fixed-term contract
Duration: 12 months, renewable
Reference: 2024
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