Senior SAP Basis Consultant

Stack

Responsibilities

• ▹Lead the administration and operation of SAP system landscapes (ECC, S/4HANA, SAP BTP, etc.)
• ▹Design and implement SAP system landscapes, including upgrades, migrations, and patching, in close cooperation with the application team and provider
• ▹Manage and optimize system performance and capacity planning
• ▹Ensure compliance with security policies, user and role administration, and system audits
• ▹Collaborate with provider teams (network, storage, OS, upgrades) to ensure seamless SAP operations
• ▹Support SAP HANA database administration and tuning
• ▹Drive automation and standardization of SAP Basis processes
• ▹Provide technical leadership in SAP projects, including cloud transformation and integration initiatives
• ▹Mentor junior consultants and provide expert guidance to internal stakeholders
• ▹Maintain close collaboration with the external data center provider

Requirements

• ▹Bachelor's or master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field
• ▹7+ years of experience in SAP Basis administration
• ▹Strong expertise in SAP NetWeaver, S/4HANA, SAP HANA, and SAP cloud services
• ▹Experience with SAP system migrations (e.g. upgrades, cloud migration)
• ▹Familiarity with SAP BTP, SAP Cloud Connector, and hybrid system landscapes
• ▹Proficient in system monitoring tools and performance tuning
• ▹Knowledge of backup/recovery strategies and high-availability setups
• ▹Fluent in English

Nice to have

• ▹SAP certifications (e.g. SAP Certified Technology Associate)
• ▹Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• ▹Excellent communication and stakeholder management abilities

Soft skills

What we offer

• ▹Be part of a global IT team of thousands of colleagues working on various innovations and tasks, with always an opportunity to grow and move in different directions
• ▹Work in an agile environment with an inspiring team from various regions and cultures

About the company

Continental is a leading tire manufacturer and industry specialist. Founded in 1871, the company generated sales of €39.7 billion in 2024 and employs around 95,000 people in 54 countries. The Tires group sector's premium portfolio spans car, truck, bus, two-wheel, and specialty tires, plus smart solutions and services for fleets and tire retailers.