SAP ABAP Developer (South Africa)
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Job Description
Become part of an international team based in South Africa and Germany. We are a distributed, cross-functional team driving digital innovation across Europe. From manufacturing to automotive and mechanical engineering, we work across a variety of industries to deliver impactful software solutions. Note : German language skills are not required but considered an advantage.
Responsibilities
- Design, develop, and enhance custom ABAP programs across core SAP modules, with a strong focus on MM and PP functionalities.
- Implement and maintain modularized ABAP logic using Remote Function Calls (RFC) for both synchronous and asynchronous data exchange between SAP and external systems.
- Develop and troubleshoot IDoc interfaces for inbound and outbound processing, ensuring robust data integration and monitoring between SAP and partner systems.
- Create or extend OData services to support Fiori applications or external API consumption (beneficial but not mandatory).
- Optimize ABAP code and database access for SAP S / 4HANA, using CDS Views, AMDPs, and code pushdown techniques.
- Support legacy integration and transition efforts by maintaining and adapting custom code in SAP ECC 6.0 environments (where applicable).
- Perform technical design reviews and collaborate with functional consultants to translate business requirements into scalable, maintainable solutions.
- Participate in system integration testing, UAT support, and production issue resolution, particularly in MM and PP process chains.
- Ensure adherence to coding standards, documentation practices, and secure development guidelines as defined in the SAP landscape.
Requirements
Minimum of 5 years of experience in SAP ABAP development, with a focus on MM and PP modules.Proficient in classic ABAP development, including function modules, reports, enhancements, and BADIs.Experienced in RFC and IDoc-based integrations with external systems.Strong background in manufacturing process chains and ERP workflows.Skilled in refactoring legacy Z-transactions for alignment with S / 4HANA best practices.Familiar with OData, SAP Gateway, and modern integration patterns.Knowledge of S / 4HANA performance optimization (e.g., CDS views, AMDP) is a plus.Fluent in English; German is a plus but not required.Perks
Employees First : Our employees are our top priority100% Remote & Home OfficeTraining and development opportunitiesApple MacBooks and ergonomic workstationsSurf-Life Balance : Flexible working hours and a relaxed work environmentAccess to co-working spaces in South Africa and financial contribution toward co-working subscriptionsVisa Support for South Africa and GermanyPerformance-based compensationIs this job a match or a miss?
Note : This posting includes multiple SAP ABAP related roles in various regions and contexts. Some postings indicate region-specific restrictions or disclosures.
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