Senior Bilingual SAP Basis Administrator

Project Description

The SAP Basis Administrator for SAP solutions role's responsibilities include hands-on experience in configuring, monitoring, tuning, and troubleshooting the SAP technical environment (SAP NW ABAP and Java ) on an ongoing basis as well as implementing changes to the SAP system . Additionally, this role is responsible for the installation, upgrade, and maintenance of SAP systems. Within this role, you must have excellent SAP technical, business and analytical skills and a customer focus.

As part of the various projects or on-going operations in which you will be involved, you will be responsible for properly documenting requests or issues, coordinate and lead the development on the resolution or options analysis, develop and test the chosen options and monitor the deployment into the production system.

Activities

The SAP Basis Administrator is responsible for the following components:

• Be hands-on in implementing and maintaining multiple SAP instances : SAP ECC 6.0 Core system administration including other SAP solutions like SRM, Portal, BW & GRC and integration/installation of 3rd party products.
• Performing comprehensive performance assessment (Memory, Disk, I/O and resource utilizations) and provide recommendations
• Identifying root cause for failures / outages and performance issues
• Daily monitoring of core SAP systems, proficient in troubleshooting and resolving issues (Hands-On) Directly responsible for all core Basis areas - Ensure optional operations of SAP applications
• End-User focused approach during the implementation of various process improvements Solution Manager administration/management
• Introduce technical changes in the environment using a structured approach that minimizes risk and achieves high reliability, availability and performance of each SAP instance.
• Developing and maintaining system documentation for all SAP instances and collaboration with ABAP development team in helping with relevant SAP Interfaces documentation.
• Coordinating the management and maintenance of the systems
• Maintaining the integrity of the SAP landscape by managing the SAP CTS to ensure all relevant SAP transports are promoted properly.
• Troubleshooting and monitoring of SAP ABAP and Java systems, including SAP database administration activities.
• Working with other T&I teams/colleagues like SysOps & DBA to coordinate and plan proper maintenance for OS & DB related patching needs.
• Collect, document and review requirements into technical design documents based on a full understanding of the functionality required.
• Prepare feasibility studies for new technologies, or for optimization of development areas, including detailed estimation.
• Participate in the planning and implementation of SAP system upgrades. Research and propose options and resolutions to issues or enhancements in line with SAP best practice.
• Review SAP Hotnews and security notes, document analysis, side effects and apply wherever applicable Review, plan and apply SAP notes and support packs (Also, provide side effect reports where applicable)
• Review OS and DB patches application impact to application and coordinate with OS / DB team for these patch implementations if applicable
• Work collaboratively with the functional and ABAP teams and other T&I teams(Network, IDM, SysOps, DBA, Etc.).
• Identify needs for upgrading or enhancements where current technical capacity does not meet client requirements based on recurring issues or future needs.
• Develop technical test plans and test strategy for unit testing.
• Develop integration strategies and approaches in collaboration with other groups and partners. Participate and provide feedback in Lessons Learned sessions.
• Design, test and deploy solutions and apply industry best practices in doing so. Keep abreast of new and upcoming functionality within the supported applications. Provide estimates based on requirements (also required on a ticket by ticket basis) Provide input into project activities and project plans
• Development/testing/deployment strategies for supporting our users needs for SAP's SAPGUI UI. Fine tuning performance and troubleshooting problems.
• Installation and configuring of all SAP Systems and applications. Support our Backup/restore strategies for all of our SAP Systems.
• Managing and building security roles and user management in our SAP environments.

Service Requirements – Qualifications

To fulfill this role, the SAP Basis Administrator must have the following qualifications:

• Bachelor Degree in Computer Science or equivalent, or College Diploma with relevant experience
• Minimum seven (7) years of experience occupying the role of a SAP Basis using SAP Netweaver technology for our SAP applications solutions (ECC, SRM, BW, Portal,GRC & SolMan)
• ABAP and Java administration, troubleshooting, performance management, root cause analysis skills are a must
• Senior level Hands on expertise in the areas of SAP systems administration (Unix/Linux), Database and solid analysis & design skills.
• Expert in system refresh activities - ABAP and Java (Hands on experience is a must)
• Broad knowledge of the SAP software suite
• Strong knowledge of SAP Best Practices and Standards
• Minimum five (7) years' experience in the documentation, analysis, research and design of solutions within a medium to large enterprise using SAP and a release management program
• In depth knowledge of systems development and project life cycle methodologies including implementation experience for at least one major project end to end
• Possess experience leveraging tools such as SAP Solution Manager, as well as Google productivity tools (or similar) to design and document your changes.
• Familiar with change management, incident management methodologies and tools (ITSM, ITIL)
• SAP certification or training, and knowledge of Agile practices for specification and testing are not required, but are an asset.
• Strong bilingual communication skills, both verbal and written, in French and English are required;
• Ability to communicate in either technical or business terms depending on your audience would be a strong asset.

ABOUT THE ROLE

This is a 1 year hybrid contract (onsite presence of 1-4 times/month) with 2 renewal options of 6 months each. Candidates from Toronto, Ottawa or Montreal will be considered. Please note, periodic travel between Toronto, Ottawa and Montreal may be required.

APPLY NOW

If you are interested in finding out more, please contact us or submit your resume to Or, if you know someone who meets these qualifications, please forward this assignment.

ABOUT SYSTEMATIX

Systematix is a Global Consulting and Resourcing firm head quartered in Canada with offices across North America and the United Kingdom. We provide the highest caliber consulting solutions to a diverse client base that includes all levels of Government and all Private Industry sectors.

Systematix is committed to creating a diverse, inclusive environment and is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. At Systematix, we don't just accept difference, we thrive on it and believe that diverse cultures, perspectives, and experiences enhance our workforce and bring value to our community. Systematix Technology Consultants Inc has adopted the Employment Equity Policy to promote the full participation and advancement of members of the designated groups (women, indigenous peoples, members of visible minority groups, and persons with disabilities) under the Canadian Human Rights Act and Employment Equity Act in the Systematix Technology Consultants Inc workforce.