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Principal System Architect, SAP SucessFactors

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies, creating and distributing a portfolio of film, television, streaming content, and theme park experiences.

NBCUniversal

Employee count: 5000+

Salary: 180k-230k USD

United States only

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The Corporate Operations & Technology Engineering Team is seeking a Principal System Architect, SAP Success Factors. We are currently undergoing a HR transformation that includes a green field implementation of SAP Success Factors Employee Central. This is a high-level strategic leadership role responsible for designing robust, scalable, and secure end-to-end SAP solutions that align with business goals. The role will drive technology strategy, establish architectural governance, guide digital transformation, and ensure "clean core" principles. Key duties include managing complex integrations, mentoring technical teams, and acting as a trusted advisor to senior leadership.

Responsibilities:

  • Define the overarching technical strategy, govern architectural standards, and ensure seamless, scalable integration across the HCM suite.
  • Manage technical SAP Teams through complex system development and deployment. Solutions to include artificial intelligence, application development and integration in one unified environment. 
  • Re-engineer, Transform and Maintain custom SAP SOH workloads onto Success Factors and  BTP. 
  • Analyze custom workloads on current stack and establish a framework to migrate objects and get to clean core. 
  • Actively lead SAP technical vision to leverage best practices and drive maximum business value 
  • Apply technology to complex business processes with a drive towards relentless simplification and reduction in TCO 
  • Evaluate business requirements and architect SAP solutions providing an integrated approach. 
  • Be up to date on latest SAP technology stack and act as strategic advisor to product and business teams on how to leverage SAP products and tools 
  • Manage Technical architecture analysis, research, design and development of new functionality and integration with key applications and services under SAP eco-systems 
  • Guide the engineering team to develop, configure and implement the solution as per the product development standards and best practices. 
  • Ensure technical integrity of projects, making sure that common technical elements are leveraged, and that work is not duplicated 
  • Participate in product roadmap and product strategy definition. 
  • Coordinate with other technical teams to ensure compatibility with their solution components and be in alignment with their roadmap. 
  • Hold self and others accountable to the committed deadlines and ensure successful deliverables 
  • Act as a mentor, coach, and provide training to engineers and consultants by sharing solution and technical expertise 
  • Education focus degree in Computer Science, Business Administration, Engineering or related discipline with an information technology major, or an equivalent combination of education and training that provides the required knowledge, skills and abilities to perform the essential functions of the job.  
  • Experience as an Architect/Senior consultant in at least 8 SAP Success Factors/HR Implementations.  
  • 10+ years SAP Success Factors hands-on experience.  
  • Knowledge in various SAP Success Factors modules and Integration development working on large-scale transformations. 
  • Should have deep technical experience in SAP Application engineering development using the extensibility model in the following areas: 
  • In App extensions using key user and in app frameworks using the RAP (Restful ABAP programming) model 
  • Side by side extensions in BTP using the Cloud Application Programming (CAP) Model 
  • Using Clean Core principles for all custom development leveraging released API's to develop customizations and creating wrappers for requirements without released APIs
  • Designing, developing, and deploying cloud-based applications using SAP BTP services for activities like Technical Development using Business Application Studio (BAS), SAP Build and Advance WorkZone and using the Integration Suite for developing end to end integrations 
  • Business Process re-engineering or process improvement experience with broad-based information systems. 
  • Strong experience in SAP Technical & functional knowledge of SAP products and various solution offerings 
  • Worked in a Global environment at a leadership level and demonstrated growth and achievement. 
  • Experience in HR transformation projects e.g., from SAP HCM to Success Factors Employee Central (green field, brown field, blue field etc.) 
  • Experience working with interfaces in addition to Web Services, such as Java connectors and Rest APIs communicating with non-SAP applications. 
  • Experience with SAP BW, BW/4HANA, SAC, Fieldglass is a huge plus.

Fully Remote: 

  • This position has been designated as fully remote, meaning that the position is expected to contribute from a non-NBCUniversal worksite, most commonly an employee’s residence.

This position is eligible for company sponsored benefits, including medical, dental and vision insurance, 401(k), paid leave, tuition reimbursement, and a variety of other discounts and perks. Learn more about the benefits offered by NBCUniversal by visiting the Benefits page of the Careers website. Salary range: $180,000 - $230,000 (bonus and long-term incentive eligible)

As part of our selection process, external candidates may be required to attend an in-person interview with an NBCUniversal employee at one of our locations prior to a hiring decision. NBCUniversal's policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, creed, gender, gender identity or expression, age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, veteran status, membership in the uniformed services, genetic information, or any other basis protected by applicable law.

If you are a qualified individual with a disability or a disabled veteran, you have the right to request a reasonable accommodation if you are unable or limited in your ability to use or access nbcunicareers.com as a result of your disability. You can request reasonable accommodations by emailing AccessibilitySupport@nbcuni.com.

For LA County and City Residents Only: NBCUniversal will consider for employment qualified applicants with criminal histories, or arrest or conviction records, in a manner consistent with relevant legal requirements, including the City of Los Angeles' Fair Chance Initiative For Hiring Ordinance, the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, and the California Fair Chance Act, where applicable.

NBCUniversal is one of the world's leading media and entertainment companies. We create world-class content, which we distribute across our portfolio of film, television, and streaming, and bring to life through our global theme park destinations, consumer products, and experiences. We own and operate leading entertainment and news brands, including NBC, NBC News, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, and Peacock, our premium ad-supported streaming service. We produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming through our powerhouse film and television studios, including Universal Pictures, DreamWorks Animation, and Focus Features, and the four global television studios under the Universal Studio Group banner, and operate industry-leading theme parks and experiences around the world through Universal Destinations & Experiences, including Universal Orlando Resort, home to Universal Epic Universe, and Universal Studios Hollywood. NBCUniversal is a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation. Visit www.nbcuniversal.com for more information.

Our impact is rooted in improving the communities where our employees, customers, and audiences live and work. We have a rich tradition of giving back and ensuring our employees have the opportunity to serve their communities. We champion an inclusive culture and strive to attract and develop a talented workforce to create and deliver a wide range of content reflecting our world.

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Salary: 180k-230k USD

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We are a leading global media and entertainment company, dedicated to the development, production, and marketing of world-class entertainment, news, and information for a global audience. Our extensive portfolio includes some of the most iconic and respected brands in the industry. We own and operate a valuable collection of news and entertainment television networks, a premier motion picture company, significant television production operations, a leading television stations group, and world-renowned theme parks. Our operations are diverse and far-reaching, encompassing everything from broadcast and cable television to film production, digital media, and immersive theme park experiences. We are the proud home of brands like NBC, NBC News, MSNBC, CNBC, NBC Sports, Telemundo, NBC Local Stations, Bravo, USA Network, and our premium ad-supported streaming service, Peacock.

Our commitment to creating and distributing exceptional content is at the heart of everything we do. Through the Universal Filmed Entertainment Group and Universal Studio Group, we produce and distribute premier filmed entertainment and programming that captivates audiences worldwide. Furthermore, our Universal Destinations & Experiences division brings our stories to life through incredible theme parks and attractions. As a subsidiary of Comcast Corporation, we benefit from a culture of collaboration and innovation, constantly striving to connect people to the moments that matter most. We believe in the power of storytelling and are passionate about shaping the future of media and technology. We are dedicated to our employees, fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where they can grow and thrive, and we are committed to making a positive impact in the communities we serve.

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Offered as part of Health Insurance + Wellness benefits.

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