Advisor, IT SAP DevSecOps Architect
Apply NowCompany: Mercedes-Benz Group
Location: Atlanta, GA 30349
Description:
Aufgaben About Us
Mercedes-Benz is USA is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz & Maybach products in the United States. In our people, you will find tremendous commitment to our corporate values. Our products and employees reflect this dedication. We are looking for diverse top-notch individuals to join the Mercedes-Benz Team and uphold these hallmarks
Job Overview
The incumbent is responsible for defining, developing and maintaining the architecture approach of SAP landscape. Developing a technical architecture roadmap and standards. Work with Process and Functional leads in SAP project to understand the Solution Architecture. Work with hardware, hosting &, infrastructure as well as the support service partners to understand referred technologies and capabilities. Ensure the applicable teams deploy good SAP practice in operating the solution and advice clients accordingly. The ability to lead troubleshooting of critical problems, performance tuning
Responsibilities
Support Stable SAP Environment & Operations
Design, plan and deliver current and future SAP environments
Develop and maintain Technical Architecture approach, including the development of Technical Architecture Road Maps and Standards, Sizing Standards, Change Control Standards
Lead troubleshooting of critical problems, performance tuning
Derive suitable SAP and non-SAP Products, Versions and Maintenance Plans to support the Solution Architecture
Understanding of SAP's product strategy, roadmap on new technologies and tools & recommending relevant solutions
Aftersales IT systems Rollout Support
Aftersales systems Paragon, DView & Blue yonder would be replaced with FSL 2.0 (S/4 HANA Service Parts Planning), S/4 EWM & SAP SPP systems in the next few years for NAFTA markets
Aligning markets requirements with Paragon CoC & EWM CoC for application rollout to NAFTA markets
Align with the business on the business requirements and design standardized processes in FSL 2.0 and minimize local specific customizations
Implement functional changes required towards application rollouts
Perform testing and collaborate with business for user acceptance testing
Paragon 2.0 UI & Star Order + Dealer Front end Applications
Perform fit gap analysis of Paragon 2.0 (webdynpro front-end) functionality vs. Star Order + (home-grown solution) functionality
Identify core functionality needed in Star Order + to provide seamless experience for NAFTA dealers
Responsible to identify the custom market specific functionality needed for NAFTA dealers in Star Order + dealer front end application
Provide solution experience with design and development of Fiori apps for business for ease of use
System Integration solutions
Monitoring of system interfaces between SAP with all integrated systems
Provide guidance to offshore team to resolve system integration issues
Collaborate with application teams, Infrastructure & SI partner teams to implement the system integration solutions
Provide guidelines, KPIs for measuring efficiency and optimizing process flows
Provide technical expertise in interface set-up and related topics
Application Development
Define developing coding patterns, best practices, and standards as it relates to SAP technical Landscape
Development of RICEFW objects & UI5/Fiori/Mobile apps and external system integrations
Participate in Agile Scrum sprint planning, artifact creation, sprint testing, regression testing, demonstrations and retrospectives and solution releases
Build and lead development efforts, performing in-depth analysis related to complex system issues
Subject Matter Expert
Provide functional and SAP technical expertise, collaborating and reviewing, coaching, mentoring, knowledge transfer to the development community
Interfacing with the project team and external systems/projects to clarify requirements
Providing functional, ABAP, UI5, Mobile, Java and PI/PO expertise
Experience with design and development of REST API platform using Apigee/APIM, converting web services from SOAP to REST or vice-versa.
Experience in API layer like security, custom analytics, throttling, caching, logging, monetization
Experience with Scrum and other Agile processes
Application transformation & Innovation Support
Evaluate and implement Chatbot to support our business and dealers
Evaluate and implement GenAI use cases in the aftersales area
Implement SAP BTP use cases to provide seamless experience to the dealers
Review existing business processes for optimizations and leverage opportunities to innovate and automate
Provide support in Application transformation areas - latest middleware technologies, mobility etc
Move existing legacy interfaces and processes towards API's and microservices
Qualifikationen Qualification
Requirements & Conditions
Must be able to work flexible hours/work schedule
Work Holidays when required
Work weekends when required
Willing to travel to other Daimler offices and provider locations as needed
Education
Bachelor's Degree (accredited school) and relevant work experience with emphasis in:
Computer/Information Science
Information Technology
Management Information System (MIS)
Logistics (MM & SD)
ABAP/UI5/FIORI development
Business Management
Information Technology
Knowledge (necessary to perform proficiently in this position)
Must have 10 + years (total) of experience in the following:
Must have 10+ years of experience in SAP ABAP, Fiori development, O data services, API services along with SD & MM functional experience with S/4 HANA SCM experience
in-depth consulting experience in technical and operational topics for multiple components of Aftersales SAP systems, interfaces with SAP and non-SAP 3rd party products
Expertise in Order-to-Cash & Procure to Pay processes with extensive working knowledge in Customizations & Configurations, from Enterprise Structures to Billing interfaces with FICO modules
Excellent communication & technical skills in driving coordination with business managers, IT teams, technical developers, and business users
Leading troubleshooting of critical problems, performance tuning, and performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Knowledge of parts and accessories businesses, marketing strategies and other business practices
Able to set direction, technical scope and to build / lead teams of technical individuals and manage their technical deliverables
Ability to develop custom applications using ABAP, UI5/ Fiori, other Mobile and Java technologies
Able to set direction, technical scope and to build / lead teams of technical individuals and manage their technical deliverables
Should have expert skills in fixing complex technical issues including Performance issues, Object Oriented Program development and implementing automations and workflows
Job Competencies and Core Behaviors
Job Competencies:
Strategic Thinking
Entrepreneurial Competence
Leadership
Social and Inter-cultural Competence
Positive Response to Change
Independence of Mind
Core Behaviors:
Sees the "big picture" and thus understands relevant interrelationships. Participates actively in the development of a realistic strategy which ensures the long-term sustainability of the organization. Acts responsibly towards community, environment and key stakeholders
Anticipates and addresses needs of customers and business partners. Focuses on customer benefit. Understands the global industry and competitive landscape and recognizes the implications for the organization. Builds and maintains strong relationships with key contacts outside the organization
Encourages innovation, creativity and "out-of-the-box" thinking. Perceives and capitalizes on trends relevant to own area of business. Uses effective strategies and methods to achieve the necessary change. Engages other relevant partners and wins their commitment. Cuts through ambiguity and paradoxes to speed up implementation
Sets high standards and achievable goals for oneself. Contributes to a bond of excitement, pride and inspiration, Demonstrates a high level of performance and inspires others to similar achievement through own dedication. Gives constructive feedback. Recognizes the abilities of colleagues and supports them
Cooperates closely and shares best practices across regions, divisions and functions. Demonstrates and supports an environment of "lessons learned" and continuous performance improvement. Places company interests above departmental interests. Contributes to an atmosphere of team spirit and common responsibility for results. Actively promotes an inclusive environment and capitalizes on diversity
Skills, Abilities and MBUSA Knowledge
Project Management Skills:
Ability to develop plans/projects from conceptualization to implementation
Ability to organize workflow and direct tasks as well as document milestones and ROI's and resolve problems
Ability to organize and manage a team
Other Skills:
Must possess leadership and management skills
Customer communication and negotiation skills
Organizational and presentation skills
Working knowledge in software, hardware and database management systems
Must be able to "juggle" many tasks simultaneously and possess the agility to shift focus in response to the daily issues that arise
Have general knowledge of finance and accounting practices and total company operations
Knowledge & understanding of the following SAP modules: FI, MM, CO
Basic understanding of ABAP programming language
Familiarity with SAP's Service Marketplace & SAP Notes
ICS control sets and test cases applicable to SAP system
The fully trained individual must develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of:
MBUSA Policies & Procedures
MBUSA Mission, Goals & Vision
Departmental practices/procedures and how they apply to customers
Interdepartmental relationships and their effect on company, departmental and individual goals
Software that is applicable to the job
Additional knowledge of Daimler and MBUSA specific Parts Logistics process
EEO Statement
Mercedes-Benz USA is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law
Mercedes-Benz is USA is responsible for the sales, marketing and service of all Mercedes-Benz & Maybach products in the United States. In our people, you will find tremendous commitment to our corporate values. Our products and employees reflect this dedication. We are looking for diverse top-notch individuals to join the Mercedes-Benz Team and uphold these hallmarks
Job Overview
The incumbent is responsible for defining, developing and maintaining the architecture approach of SAP landscape. Developing a technical architecture roadmap and standards. Work with Process and Functional leads in SAP project to understand the Solution Architecture. Work with hardware, hosting &, infrastructure as well as the support service partners to understand referred technologies and capabilities. Ensure the applicable teams deploy good SAP practice in operating the solution and advice clients accordingly. The ability to lead troubleshooting of critical problems, performance tuning
Responsibilities
Support Stable SAP Environment & Operations
Design, plan and deliver current and future SAP environments
Develop and maintain Technical Architecture approach, including the development of Technical Architecture Road Maps and Standards, Sizing Standards, Change Control Standards
Lead troubleshooting of critical problems, performance tuning
Derive suitable SAP and non-SAP Products, Versions and Maintenance Plans to support the Solution Architecture
Understanding of SAP's product strategy, roadmap on new technologies and tools & recommending relevant solutions
Aftersales IT systems Rollout Support
Aftersales systems Paragon, DView & Blue yonder would be replaced with FSL 2.0 (S/4 HANA Service Parts Planning), S/4 EWM & SAP SPP systems in the next few years for NAFTA markets
Aligning markets requirements with Paragon CoC & EWM CoC for application rollout to NAFTA markets
Align with the business on the business requirements and design standardized processes in FSL 2.0 and minimize local specific customizations
Implement functional changes required towards application rollouts
Perform testing and collaborate with business for user acceptance testing
Paragon 2.0 UI & Star Order + Dealer Front end Applications
Perform fit gap analysis of Paragon 2.0 (webdynpro front-end) functionality vs. Star Order + (home-grown solution) functionality
Identify core functionality needed in Star Order + to provide seamless experience for NAFTA dealers
Responsible to identify the custom market specific functionality needed for NAFTA dealers in Star Order + dealer front end application
Provide solution experience with design and development of Fiori apps for business for ease of use
System Integration solutions
Monitoring of system interfaces between SAP with all integrated systems
Provide guidance to offshore team to resolve system integration issues
Collaborate with application teams, Infrastructure & SI partner teams to implement the system integration solutions
Provide guidelines, KPIs for measuring efficiency and optimizing process flows
Provide technical expertise in interface set-up and related topics
Application Development
Define developing coding patterns, best practices, and standards as it relates to SAP technical Landscape
Development of RICEFW objects & UI5/Fiori/Mobile apps and external system integrations
Participate in Agile Scrum sprint planning, artifact creation, sprint testing, regression testing, demonstrations and retrospectives and solution releases
Build and lead development efforts, performing in-depth analysis related to complex system issues
Subject Matter Expert
Provide functional and SAP technical expertise, collaborating and reviewing, coaching, mentoring, knowledge transfer to the development community
Interfacing with the project team and external systems/projects to clarify requirements
Providing functional, ABAP, UI5, Mobile, Java and PI/PO expertise
Experience with design and development of REST API platform using Apigee/APIM, converting web services from SOAP to REST or vice-versa.
Experience in API layer like security, custom analytics, throttling, caching, logging, monetization
Experience with Scrum and other Agile processes
Application transformation & Innovation Support
Evaluate and implement Chatbot to support our business and dealers
Evaluate and implement GenAI use cases in the aftersales area
Implement SAP BTP use cases to provide seamless experience to the dealers
Review existing business processes for optimizations and leverage opportunities to innovate and automate
Provide support in Application transformation areas - latest middleware technologies, mobility etc
Move existing legacy interfaces and processes towards API's and microservices
Qualifikationen Qualification
Requirements & Conditions
Must be able to work flexible hours/work schedule
Work Holidays when required
Work weekends when required
Willing to travel to other Daimler offices and provider locations as needed
Education
Bachelor's Degree (accredited school) and relevant work experience with emphasis in:
Computer/Information Science
Information Technology
Management Information System (MIS)
Logistics (MM & SD)
ABAP/UI5/FIORI development
Business Management
Information Technology
Knowledge (necessary to perform proficiently in this position)
Must have 10 + years (total) of experience in the following:
Must have 10+ years of experience in SAP ABAP, Fiori development, O data services, API services along with SD & MM functional experience with S/4 HANA SCM experience
in-depth consulting experience in technical and operational topics for multiple components of Aftersales SAP systems, interfaces with SAP and non-SAP 3rd party products
Expertise in Order-to-Cash & Procure to Pay processes with extensive working knowledge in Customizations & Configurations, from Enterprise Structures to Billing interfaces with FICO modules
Excellent communication & technical skills in driving coordination with business managers, IT teams, technical developers, and business users
Leading troubleshooting of critical problems, performance tuning, and performing other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Knowledge of parts and accessories businesses, marketing strategies and other business practices
Able to set direction, technical scope and to build / lead teams of technical individuals and manage their technical deliverables
Ability to develop custom applications using ABAP, UI5/ Fiori, other Mobile and Java technologies
Able to set direction, technical scope and to build / lead teams of technical individuals and manage their technical deliverables
Should have expert skills in fixing complex technical issues including Performance issues, Object Oriented Program development and implementing automations and workflows
Job Competencies and Core Behaviors
Job Competencies:
Strategic Thinking
Entrepreneurial Competence
Leadership
Social and Inter-cultural Competence
Positive Response to Change
Independence of Mind
Core Behaviors:
Sees the "big picture" and thus understands relevant interrelationships. Participates actively in the development of a realistic strategy which ensures the long-term sustainability of the organization. Acts responsibly towards community, environment and key stakeholders
Anticipates and addresses needs of customers and business partners. Focuses on customer benefit. Understands the global industry and competitive landscape and recognizes the implications for the organization. Builds and maintains strong relationships with key contacts outside the organization
Encourages innovation, creativity and "out-of-the-box" thinking. Perceives and capitalizes on trends relevant to own area of business. Uses effective strategies and methods to achieve the necessary change. Engages other relevant partners and wins their commitment. Cuts through ambiguity and paradoxes to speed up implementation
Sets high standards and achievable goals for oneself. Contributes to a bond of excitement, pride and inspiration, Demonstrates a high level of performance and inspires others to similar achievement through own dedication. Gives constructive feedback. Recognizes the abilities of colleagues and supports them
Cooperates closely and shares best practices across regions, divisions and functions. Demonstrates and supports an environment of "lessons learned" and continuous performance improvement. Places company interests above departmental interests. Contributes to an atmosphere of team spirit and common responsibility for results. Actively promotes an inclusive environment and capitalizes on diversity
Skills, Abilities and MBUSA Knowledge
Project Management Skills:
Ability to develop plans/projects from conceptualization to implementation
Ability to organize workflow and direct tasks as well as document milestones and ROI's and resolve problems
Ability to organize and manage a team
Other Skills:
Must possess leadership and management skills
Customer communication and negotiation skills
Organizational and presentation skills
Working knowledge in software, hardware and database management systems
Must be able to "juggle" many tasks simultaneously and possess the agility to shift focus in response to the daily issues that arise
Have general knowledge of finance and accounting practices and total company operations
Knowledge & understanding of the following SAP modules: FI, MM, CO
Basic understanding of ABAP programming language
Familiarity with SAP's Service Marketplace & SAP Notes
ICS control sets and test cases applicable to SAP system
The fully trained individual must develop and maintain comprehensive knowledge of:
MBUSA Policies & Procedures
MBUSA Mission, Goals & Vision
Departmental practices/procedures and how they apply to customers
Interdepartmental relationships and their effect on company, departmental and individual goals
Software that is applicable to the job
Additional knowledge of Daimler and MBUSA specific Parts Logistics process
EEO Statement
Mercedes-Benz USA is committed to fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates and leverages the diversity of our team. We provide equal employment opportunity (EEO) to all qualified applicants and employees without regard to race, color, ethnicity, gender, age, national origin, religion, marital status, veteran status, physical or other disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law