SAP Principal Engineer (Contract to Hire)

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Blue Star Partners LLC

SAP Principal Engineer (Contract to Hire)

Columbus, OH
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Title: SAP Principal Engineer (Contract to Hire)
    Location: Columbus, OH (Remote to start w/ monthly travel; Hybrid Tue–Thu onsite required after 6 months)
    Contract Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire
    Rate: $90–$100/hour (W-2 only)
    Employment Type: W-2 (U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only — no visa sponsorships)

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    Position Summary:**

    We are seeking a highly experienced SAP Principal Engineer to join our client’s rapidly evolving technology team within the utility sector. This role will initially be remote but will transition into a hybrid position (onsite Tuesday through Thursday in Columbus, OH) after conversion to full-time employment. You will lead the architecture and code review efforts across SAP and Salesforce platforms, serve as a technical coach to development teams, and guide the roadmap for major digital transformation initiatives — particularly in work and asset management. This is a strategic hire, with the long-term vision of transitioning from outsourced development to an insourced Agile DevOps team.

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    Key Responsibilities:**

    • Provide technical leadership and code review across SAP ABAP and Salesforce APEX environments.
    • Guide architecture decisions related to SAP S/4HANA (Private Edition on Azure) and Salesforce Field Service , ensuring secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions.
    • Lead SAP configuration and integration across modules including PM, MM, FI/CO, and GRC , with specific emphasis on Work and Asset Management (WAM).
    • Support auditing and error detection in GRC, AIF , and other functional SAP areas.
    • Drive the development and implementation of Data Archiving and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies.
    • Act as a mentor and coach to technical developers, helping build internal expertise and elevate engineering standards.
    • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure system integrity and compliance with internal security protocols.
    • Maintain inventory and configurations of IT assets, update product standards, and support documentation and artifact creation.
    • Participate in Agile ceremonies and support cross-functional DevOps teams in backlog grooming, sprint planning, and execution.
    • Define and lead strategic technology initiatives in coordination with TCS (technical staff), IT leadership, and enterprise architects.

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    Required Qualifications:**

    • 10+ years of hands-on SAP experience , including large-scale implementation and support.
    • Fluent in ABAP coding and code review ; strong ability to coach and develop other engineers.
    • Experience in SAP Fiori development and cloud-based SAP environments (S/4HANA on Azure).
    • Experience implementing or supporting Salesforce Field Service.
    • Deep technical and functional understanding of SAP modules PM, MM, FI/CO, and GRC.
    • Prior experience working in or supporting utility or energy sector clients is highly preferred.
    • Strong working knowledge of Agile/DevOps environments with large-scale teams (100+), preferably in an insourcing transition.
    • Experience with cybersecurity requirements and cloud infrastructure (Azure IaaS).
    • Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex solutions to both senior leadership and technical staff.
    • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline — or equivalent work experience.

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    Preferred Qualifications:**

    • Experience designing SAP-Salesforce integrations.
    • Familiarity with SAP AIF auditing and GRC compliance processes.
    • Prior experience leading Data Archiving and Disaster Recovery planning.
    • Knowledge of NIST or other cybersecurity frameworks.

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    Soft Skills:**

    • Analytical and strategic thinker with a proactive mindset.
    • Excellent coaching, mentorship, and leadership skills.
    • Highly organized and detail-oriented.
    • Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with high expectations.