Software Architect, AI

Job Overview

Join SAP as a Software Architect focused on AI within the Cross Cloud & Data Engineering (CCDE) Unit. This role is part of the Global Cloud Infrastructure & Delivery (GCID) organization, where you will optimize SAP's cloud infrastructure. You will be responsible for designing, building, and maintaining architecture for AI initiatives and ongoing projects, with a focus on delivery timelines.

Key Responsibilities

• Define the overall structure of the AI landscape, driving architecture for AI projects' consolidation and integration within a single cohesive system.
• Determine how different AI components will interact and select appropriate technologies with expertise in end-to-end product processes.
• Ensure that AI systems meet performance, scalability, and reliability requirements in compliance with strategic business objectives, particularly in the area of cloud FinOps toolset landscape.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, provide technical leadership, and contribute to the development of AI solutions that align with business goals.

What You Bring

• Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Computer Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of proven extensive experience in software development, with a track record of designing and implementing efficient, scalable, and robust architectures, ideally for AI-based services.
• Expertise in architectural design and operational principles, including knowledge of design patterns and software development methodologies.
• Proven track record with over 3 years of experience in Microservices Architecture, Kubernetes, Containerization, Service mesh, and Helm.
• Proficiency in programming languages such as Python, R, Java, Scala, or others.
• Proficient in GitOps and Infrastructure as Code principles, with experience in tools like ArgoCD for automating and streamlining deployments.
• Deep understanding of cloud infrastructure, platforms, and cloud FinOps toolset and technologies.
• Deep understanding of GenAI and AI technologies and toolsets.
• Experience in large-scale and distributed software systems development, deploying multi-tenant cloud business applications, database systems, and data management.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively convey holistic and accepted architectural solutions and complex technical concepts.
• Proven ability to work in an agile environment, with a focus on delivering projects on time and within scope.
• Fluency in written and spoken English.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with UI/UX design and development is a plus.
• Knowledge of security frameworks, best practices, and secure operations principles is a plus.
• Advanced certifications in AI, machine learning, or software architecture is a plus.

About SAP

SAP is the leading enterprise application and business AI company. We stand at the intersection of business and technology, where our innovations are designed to directly address real business challenges and produce real-world impacts. Our solutions are the backbone for the world’s most complex and demanding processes. SAP’s integrated portfolio unites the elements of modern organizations — from workforce and financials to customers and supply chains — into a unified ecosystem that drives progress.

SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. We believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better and more equitable world.