Senior Software Engineer

Modern Procurement is seeking a skilled technology professional to join our engineering team and help build innovative AI-driven SAP solutions. As part of our technical team, you'll develop and maintain critical systems that support global procurement operations, impacting millions of customers and tens of thousands of employees using Microsoft software and services.

Commerce + Ecosystems (C+E) is responsible for enabling and optimizing the end-to-end customer journey on the Microsoft Cloud.

We are looking for a passionate Senior Software Engineer specializing in SAP systems who thrives on delivering end-to-end technical solutions with high quality into production. If you are a self-starting SAP technical expert with deep S/4HANA expertise and a passion for delivering quality software solutions enhanced by AI transformation, you may have found your dream role - helping engineer robust, scalable SAP applications and intelligent technical solutions that meet the evolving requirements of our global business partners.

Microsoft’s mission is to empower every person and every organization on the planet to achieve more. As employees we come together with a growth mindset, innovate to empower others and collaborate to realize our shared goals. Each day we build on our values of respect, integrity, and accountability to create a culture of inclusion where everyone can thrive at work and beyond.

Required Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, or related technical field and 4+ years of hands-on SAP development experience with deep technical expertise in S/4HANA environments OR Equivalent Experience.
• 4+ years of experience in SAP technical development including ABAP, ABAP Objects, CDS Views, OData services, and Fiori/UI5 development.
• 4+ years of experience with SAP Ariba including technical configuration, customization, and integration with S/4HANA and other enterprise systems.
• 3+ years of experience in consumer electronics, high-tech industry, or consumer packaged goods environments.

Other Requirements:

Ability to meet Microsoft, customer and/or government security screening requirements are required for this role. These requirements include but are not limited to the following specialized security screenings: Microsoft Cloud Background Check:

• This position will be required to pass the Microsoft Cloud background check upon hire/transfer and every two years thereafter.  

Preferred Qualifications:

Certifications & Advanced Skills:

• SAP S/4HANA technical certification or other relevant SAP certifications 
• SAP Ariba certification in one or more modules (Procurement, Sourcing, Contracts, or Supplier Management) preferred.
• Experience with cloud-native SAP development and SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) including AI services.
• Ariba extensibility experience including custom fields, forms, workflows, and integration development. 
• Knowledge of AI/ML technologies and their integration with SAP systems (SAP AI Core, SAP AI Foundation). 
• Understanding of Microsoft AI services (Azure OpenAI, Cognitive Services) and their integration with SAP environments.
• Knowledge of DevOps practices including CI/CD pipelines, automated testing, and deployment automation. 
• Familiarity with SAP automation and testing tools such as Worksoft Certify, eCATT, or similar frameworks.

The ideal candidate will demonstrate proven ability to: 

Technical Excellence:

• Design and develop high-quality SAP technical solutions with emphasis on simplicity, performance, sustainability, and AI integration.
• Evaluate and optimize existing SAP technical implementations to identify opportunities for improvement, modernization, and AI transformation.

Leadership & Collaboration:

• Independently drive technical initiatives and demonstrate ability to deliver complex projects on-time with expected quality. 
• Excel in highly ambiguous, organizationally complex technical environments with changing requirements. 

Business Acumen:

• Demonstrate passion for improving customer, partner, and internal user experiences through superior technical solutions.
• Build credible technical relationships across multiple engineering teams and business units.

Communication & Problem-Solving:

• Possess highly developed analytical and critical-thinking skills for complex technical problem resolution. 
• Deliver excellent technical presentations and ability to distill complex SAP technical projects into understandable business communications.

Strategic Thinking:

• Partner with Engineering and Architecture teams to identify emerging SAP technical trends, AI transformation opportunities, and roadmaps. 

Methodology & Process:

• Experience with Agile development methodologies (SAFe, SCRUM, or similar).
• Understanding of Test Driven Development, Continuous Integration, and Continuous Deployment practices. 
• Experience with performance monitoring and telemetry in SAP environments. 

Technical Breadth:

• Software engineering experience in Microsoft technologies and cloud platforms.
• Understanding of modern software architecture patterns and integration technologies. 
• Experience with structured design and modeling techniques. 
• Knowledge of Cloud Computing concepts and hybrid cloud architectures.

Software Engineering IC4 - The typical base pay range for this role across the U.S. is USD $119,800 - $234,700 per year. There is a different range applicable to specific work locations, within the San Francisco Bay area and New York City metropolitan area, and the base pay range for this role in those locations is USD $158,400 - $258,000 per year.

Certain roles may be eligible for benefits and other compensation. Find additional benefits and pay information here: 

https://careers.microsoft.com/v2/global/en/us-corporate-pay.html 

Microsoft will accept applications for the role until October 20, 2025. 

Microsoft is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, ancestry, color, family or medical care leave, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, national origin, physical or mental disability, political affiliation, protected veteran status, race, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, or any other characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations and ordinances.  We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. If you need assistance and/or a reasonable accommodation due to a disability during the application or the recruiting process, please send a request via the Accommodation request form.

Benefits/perks listed below may vary depending on the nature of your employment with Microsoft and the country where you work.

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• Technical Architecture & Development: Design, develop, and implement sophisticated SAP technical solutions, with particular emphasis on S/4HANA architecture, SAP Ariba configurations, and AI-enabled functionalities, ensuring systems are positioned to drive high-quality, reliable, and scalable procurement operations.
• AI Integration & Innovation: Leverage SAP's AI capabilities including Machine Learning, Business AI, and SAP Analytics Cloud to create intelligent procurement solutions that automate processes and provide predictive insights across S/4HANA and Ariba platforms.
• Ariba Solution Development: Configure, customize, and extend SAP Ariba modules to meet complex business requirements, including workflow development, form customization, and integration with backend ERP systems.
• Systems Analysis & Optimization: Evaluate existing SAP technical infrastructure, Ariba configurations, custom developments, and integration points to identify opportunities for AI-driven performance improvements, intelligent automation, and technical debt reduction.
• Solution Engineering: Execute complex technical work plans to deliver high-value SAP system improvements that drive quality and scale, collaborating with internal and external partners on the design and deployment of AI-enhanced technical capabilities across S/4HANA and Ariba landscapes, ensuring functionality, performance, and maintainability.
• Technical Leadership: Partner with Engineering, Architecture, and Development colleagues to identify emerging SAP technologies, Ariba roadmap developments, AI transformation opportunities, and technical roadmaps, ensuring our technical landscape is optimized for modern procurement operations and premium Windows devices & accessories business requirements.
• Team Leadership & Mentoring: Provide technical guidance and mentorship to other developers and engineers, modeling Microsoft Values and helping team members grow their SAP technical expertise.
• Embody our culture and values.