We are looking for a SAP Platform Architect to join our SAP Tower team in Espoo, Finland.

KONE Technology & Innovation is a global organization of technology, design and IT experts who research and create new technologies and solutions for innovative People Flow®

SAP Tower is part of the KONE IT Application Management unit and consist of SAP Platform - and Technology Architects, Configuration Owners and Change - and Release Manager.

KONE global SAP ERP is the single biggest IT solution in the company covering all process areas with high business criticality. We are currently looking forward to industry standard S/4 HANA as part of company wide business transformation. This is a great opportunity for an experienced SAP professional to be part of the team which is shaping the future of KONE’s digital core.

Your key responsibilities as a SAP Platform Architect are:

• Leading SAP Platform Architecture development, ensuring stable and secure systems
• Ensuring the alignment between domain specific architectures and enterprise strategy
• Research and assess the latest developments in S/4 and SAP Cloud Platform to deliver the best performing digital core including user experience i.e Fiori
• Leading and supporting project initiatives to expand the usage of the SAP solutions to improve and expand SAP processes across the enterprise
• Leading the development of platform architectures for both tactical and strategic projects
• Producing SAP architecture documentation and deliverables including Architecture Plans, proofs-of-concept, standards, and roadmaps
• Providing leadership, knowledge, and experience to Configuration owner - and delivery teams on the architecture, design, and delivery of cost effective and sustainable solutions
• SAP Platform Architect works closely with Head of Technology Architecture, Enterprise Architects, Domain Architects, SAP Configuration Owners and external development teams

If you fulfill the following competence (skills) and experiences you are the one we are looking for:

• Feel passioned about SAP
• 12+ years SAP ERP experience and 4+ years S/4 experience including transformation journey from ECC to S/4
• Experienced in complex implementations including custom solutions around SAP (user exits, enhancements, customer programs)
• 5+ years SAP ERP Architecture experience
• Good understanding of modern integration technologies used for SAP integrations
• Deep knowledge of Delivery and/or finance processes
• Excellent collaboration and communication skills in English
• Working in an international environment with ability to perform in virtual organizations
• Bachelor’s Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Technology, Business Administration or related discipline is required; Master’s Degree is preferred

Additional plus if your skill/experiences set contains one or several of the following:

• Technical knowledge of SAP HANA database
• Experience with software development best practices, agile and devops

What We offer

At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance are recognized and an health and balance life is promoted.

For additional information please contact Head of SAP Platforms Tuija De Roos, +358 50 386 1772, from 14:00 – 16:00 (EET) on 18th October.

If you are interested in this position, please send your application together with salary expectation via our Careers- site by 23rd October by clicking the “Apply”- button.

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At KONE, we are focused on creating an innovative and collaborative working culture where we value the contribution of each individual. Employee engagement is a key focus area for us and we encourage participation and the sharing of information and ideas. Sustainability is an integral part of our culture and the daily practice. We follow ethical business practices and we seek to develop a culture of working together where co-workers trust and respect each other and good performance is recognized. In being a great place to work, we are proud to offer a range of experiences and opportunities that will help you to achieve your career and personal goals and enable you to live a healthy and balanced life.

Read more on www.kone.com/careers