Own the development workstream — the RICEFW / extension backlog, build standards, code review and quality.
Enforce clean-core development: prefer in-app and side-by-side extensibility (BTP, RAP / CAP) over core modification; govern the extension register.
Lead ABAP / OData / CDS development, Fiori / UI5 apps, forms (Adobe / SmartForms), interfaces and enhancements.
Own developer authorization, transport discipline and DevOps / CI-CD where applicable, with Basis and the Technical Architect.
Translate functional specifications into technical specifications and delivered objects with the functional leads.
Own unit-test coverage, code security scanning and performance-conscious development.
Support SIT/UAT defect resolution and build cutover technical objects (migration programs, conversions).
Manage the development team including security-cleared developers and any on-shore / off-shore split permitted under defense rules.
Requirements
Minimum: 10+ years SAP development experience, of which 5+ years as a development lead, with at least two full-lifecycle S/4HANA builds including clean-core extensibility.
Development breadth: ABAP (including ABAP for HANA / RAP), CDS, OData, Fiori / UI5, forms, interfaces and enhancements.
Clean core & BTP: in-app and side-by-side extensibility, BTP (CAP / RAP) and API-based integration.
Engineering practice: code review, security scanning (e.g. CVA), transport / DevOps discipline and performance tuning.
Team leadership: leading cleared developer teams and governing build quality.
Provide two to three detailed case examples matched to the role and to defence or air-gapped environments.
Degree in Engineering, Computer Science or related discipline.
SAP certification in ABAP / development or S/4HANA extensibility.