SAP Integration Suite Consultant

Role SummaryThe SAP BTP–CPI Lead is responsible for architecting, designing, developing, and leading integration solutions using SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) and Cloud Platform Integration (CPI). The role involves overseeing end‑to‑end integration lifecycle, collaborating with business and technical teams, ensuring integration quality, and guiding junior developers.Key Responsibilities1. Integration Architecture & DesignDesign and architect integration solutions using SAP CPI, SAP BTP Integration Suite, API Management, and related services.Develop integration flows (iFlows) for cloud‑to‑cloud and cloud‑to‑on‑premise scenarios.Define integration patterns, mappings (XML/JSON), routing, exception handling, and security (OAuth, SAML, SSL/TLS).2. Development & Technical DeliveryBuild and customize interfaces using REST, SOAP, OData, IDoc, SFTP, JMS, AS2, RFC, JDBC, and other adapters.Perform system integration testing, troubleshoot issues, optimize performance, and ensure adherence to best practices.Develop APIs using SAP API Management and maintain integration catalogs and documentation.3. Project LeadershipLead integration projects through requirement gathering, design, development, testing, deployment, and post‑go‑live support.Manage cross‑functional coordination, project timelines, deliverables, and resource planning.4. Stakeholder EngagementCollaborate with functional teams, business analysts, and business stakeholders to understand integration needs.Translate business requirements into scalable and secure technical integration specifications.5. Governance, Security, and ComplianceEnsure security standards, authentication, encryption, and compliance with data privacy and regulatory norms.Maintain transport management, SLD configuration, and deployment governance.6. Team Leadership & MentoringGuide junior developers, perform code reviews, enforce development standards, and foster knowledge sharing.Required Skills & QualificationsTechnical SkillsDeep hands‑on experience with SAP CPI, SAP BTP Integration Suite, PI/PO, API Management, Integration Advisor, Open Connectors, and Cloud Connector.Strong proficiency in integration protocols (SOAP, REST, OData, SFTP, IDoc, JMS, JSON/XML).Experience integrating SAP S/4HANA, SuccessFactors, and other SAP or non‑SAP applications.ExperienceYears of experience in SAP integration, 9 to 12Preferred CertificationsSAP Certified Development Associate – SAP Cloud Platform Integration or similar.