Principal Enterprise Architect - RISE

What you'll bringBring your deep expertise in enterprise architecture and SAP methodologies to lead complex architecture programmes that drive transformation and customer value. You bring strong communication skills, a collaborative approach, and the creative thinking and learning agility to adapt as the role evolves.Deep expertise in enterprise architecture, including holistic model design across business, application, data, and technology domains.Hands-on knowledge of RISE with SAP, Clean Core principles, and the SAP Enterprise Architecture Framework, including SAP LeanIX, Signavio, and Cloud ALM.Strong working knowledge of SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) and S/4HANA across application development, automation, analytics, integration, and AI.Proven ability to engage at CxO level, aligning architecture decisions with business goals and value outcomes.A practical approach to AI — you use AI-assisted tools and automation to work more effectively and build better solutions.Degree not required for this role.What you'll buildYou will serve as a trusted transformation partner to customers, leading enterprise architecture programmes that drive cloud adoption and deliver lasting business outcomes.Lead and govern enterprise architecture across business, application, data, and technology domains, aligned to customer goals.Guide customers through their cloud journey with RISE with SAP — from enterprise archetypes to digital scaling and Clean Core adoption.Act as transformation partner to the CIO and CxO, defining success plans, value drivers, and key performance indicators (KPIs).Accelerate SAP BTP, SAP Business AI, and Clean Core adoption, identifying and mitigating technical adoption risks.Orchestrate stakeholders across the customer organisation to align business goals and enhance value realisation.Collaborate with account teams to grow SAP adoption and align customers and partners with SAP's cloud strategy.Where you belongYou will join the SAP Enterprise Architects team within SAP Customer Services & Delivery — a global community dedicated to guiding customers through meaningful transformation. This is a senior advisory role with real influence, working at the intersection of strategy, technology, and business outcomes. You will engage directly with C-level leaders and collaborate with account teams to shape long-term architecture decisions. The team is at the forefront of SAP's RISE with SAP and Clean Core strategy, and this role sits at the centre of it.Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) StatementOur company does not discriminate in employment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy and gender identity), national origin, political affiliation, sexual orientation, marital status, disability, genetic information, age, membership in an employee organization, retaliation, parental status, military service, or other non-merit factor.