RISE Cloud Architect and Advisor, Enterprise Cloud Services, Palo Alto

Senior Cloud Advisory Architect, Enterprise Cloud Services – Palo Alto

Join SAP as a Senior Cloud Advisory Architect in Palo Alto, serving Enterprise Cloud Services.

Expectations & Tasks

• Present the RISE with SAP Private Cloud, S/4 HANA Cloud Extended Edition offering in detail.

• Present the requirements and value proposition for SAP private cloud on hyperscalers like Amazon Web Services (AWS), Microsoft Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP).

• Conduct assessment workshops with customers to define future cloud architecture and plan the migration roadmap in collaboration with partners, System Integrators, and or SAP Professional Services.

• Guide customer discussions around Business Continuity, Security & Compliance, Networks, etc.

• Work with bid teams to generate pricing and provide ongoing deal support to sales teams.

• Own the technical discussions with the customer and act as the orchestrator of experts to obtain expertise from the SAP delivery organization as required.

Education & Qualifications / Skills & Competencies

• Fluency in English is a MUST; any other language is an asset.

• High proficiency in the SAP product portfolio, offerings, and industry solutions.

• Good understanding of SAP solutions (releases, platform interdependencies, etc.)

• Good understanding of operational aspects (Application or Technical) of SAP solutions in a cloud environment.

• Good understanding of capabilities of at least one hyperscaler (AWS, MS Azure, or GCP).

• Ability and willingness to be part of a global team of Cloud Architects.

• Willingness to undertake customer‑related travel on short notice.

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Engineering or Computer Science, Business Administration required from an accredited university.

• High proficiency in customer communications and presentations is required.

Work Experience

• 8+ years experience with customer‑facing SAP Technology Consulting (e.g., Basis Admin, DB Admin, Migrations, Upgrades, Business Continuity, Operations, etc.) in large‑scale customer environments.

• 8+ years experience with solution design, enterprise architecture and/or SAP implementation.

• Experience in a customer‑facing pre‑sales role is an advantage.

• Understanding of United States Government Cloud System Requirements (NIST, ITAR, FedRAMP, etc.).

• Experience working with Aerospace and Defense customers is a plus.

• Experience with IaaS Providers (AWS, MS Azure or GCP) and data centers is a big advantage.

• SAP HANA and S/4 HANA skills would be very helpful but not mandatory.

Compensation Range Transparency

Targeted combined range: $137,300 - $294,000 (USD). The actual offer will depend on education, skills, experience, scope, location, etc. as determined through the selection process.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al.), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Additional Details

Requisition :| Work Area:
Sales Support | Expected Travel: 0-10% |

Career Status: Professional |

Employment Type:

Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: (information has been omitted).

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