Senior SAP Techno-Functional Solutions Architect

<p><b>Job Description</b></p>General Motors is seeking a highly experienced SAP Techno-Functional Solutions Architect to join our SAP Architecture team. As a senior architect, you will be accountable for driving end-to-end architecture strategy, solution design, and delivery oversight across GM’s global SAP landscape.<br/>This role requires deep techno-functional expertise, disciplined enterprise architecture skills, and proven leadership of large, complex SAP programs. You will act as a trusted advisor to both business and IT leadership, ensuring that solutions are aligned with GM’s Cloud-First, Clean Core, and SaaS strategy, while enabling resilient operations across manufacturing, supply chain, finance, and defense domains. Key ResponsibilitiesEnterprise Architecture Leadership<ul><li>Define, govern, and evolve SAP solution architectures in alignment with GM’s enterprise standards, TOGAF principles, and long-term technology roadmaps.</li><li>Provide architectural direction across SAP S/4HANA, ECC6 migrations, RISE readiness, and integration with GM’s enterprise ecosystem.</li><li>Ensure solutions follow Clean Core and Cloud-First principles, minimizing technical debt and maximizing upgrade agility.</li></ul>Solution Design &amp; Delivery<ul><li>Lead techno-functional architecture for large-scale SAP programs (manufacturing, supply chain, finance).</li><li>Own and drive cross-functional integration strategies across Finance, Manufacturing, Supply Chain, HR, and other domains, ensuring seamless operations in a hybrid ecosystem (on-prem, cloud, SaaS, and legacy).</li><li>Translate business requirements into scalable, secure, and sustainable SAP solutions.</li><li>Provide hands-on guidance on ABAP extensions, Fiori/UI5, integration middleware, labeling/printing strategies, and enterprise data management.</li><li>Partner with program leads on cutover, migration, and post-upgrade stabilization strategies to ensure zero-incident outcomes.</li><li>Lead development of proofs of concept (POCs) and reusable solution accelerators, creating foundations that can be scaled and leveraged across GM.</li><li>Explore and embed AI-driven innovations within SAP solutions (e.g., predictive analytics, intelligent automation, advanced data insights), ensuring alignment with GM’s enterprise AI and digital strategy.</li></ul>Governance &amp; Standards<ul><li>Establish architecture patterns, reusable assets, and design principles to drive consistency and efficiency across GM SAP landscapes.</li><li>Collaborate with cybersecurity, infrastructure, and cloud engineering teams to ensure compliance with GM standards and regulatory requirements.</li><li>Conduct architecture reviews, risk assessments, and design approvals for all major SAP initiatives.</li></ul>Leadership &amp; Influence<ul><li>Mentor and develop senior engineers and architects, building next-generation SAP architecture talent.</li><li>Engage with executive stakeholders to articulate architecture vision, program value, and measurable business outcomes.</li><li>Represent GM in external forums (SAP, TOGAF, cloud partner ecosystems) to shape future enterprise roadmaps.</li></ul>Qualifications &amp; Experience<br/>Required<ul><li>Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Information Systems, or related discipline.</li><li>10+ years of SAP techno-functional architecture experience across ECC6, S/4HANA, and integrated enterprise solutions.</li><li>Practical experience in designing and delivering cross-functional SAP integrations in hybrid environments, ensuring end-to-end process continuity, performance, and data integrity.</li><li>Proven leadership in large-scale SAP migration, upgrade, and transformation programs.</li><li>Expertise in at least two SAP functional domains (e.g., Finance/Controlling, Manufacturing, Supply Chain) with strong technical skills in ABAP, integration, and cloud enablement.</li><li>Deep understanding of enterprise architecture frameworks (TOGAF Certified required) and their application in a global enterprise context.</li><li>Experience in Clean Core, RISE readiness, cloud hosting, VMware/Oracle remediation, and SAP upgrade strategies.</li><li>Demonstrated ability to influence executives, partner with business leaders, and drive architecture adoption across diverse global teams.</li></ul>Preferred<ul><li>Master’s degree in Information Systems, Enterprise Architecture, or Business Administration.</li><li>Prior experience in automotive or manufacturing industries.</li><li>Knowledge of cybersecurity in SAP landscapes and compliance with US DoD/ITAR or other regulated environments.</li><li>Familiarity with SAP Digital Manufacturing Cloud, SAP WM, and AI/analytics integration.</li><li>Experience leading distributed teams across multiple geographies.</li></ul>Certifications<ul><li>TOGAF Certified (required) or equivalent enterprise architecture credential.</li><li>SAP Certified Technology Specialist and/or SAP Certified Application Professional (pr