SAP Technical Architect

About Us

Sophos is a global leader and innovator of advanced security solutions for defeating cyberattacks. The company acquired Secureworks in February 2025, bringing together two pioneers that have redefined the cybersecurity industry with their innovative, native AI-optimized services, technologies and products. Sophos is now the largest pure-play Managed Detection and Response (MDR) provider, supporting more than 28,000 organizations. In addition to MDR and other services, Sophos' complete portfolio includes industry-leading endpoint, network, email, and cloud security that interoperate and adapt to defend through the Sophos Central platform. Secureworks provides the innovative, market-leading Taegis XDR/MDR, identity threat detection and response (ITDR), next-gen SIEM capabilities, managed risk, and a comprehensive set of advisory services. Sophos sells all these solutions through reseller partners, Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs) worldwide, defending more than 600,000 organizations worldwide from phishing, ransomware, data theft, other every day and state-sponsored cybercrimes. The solutions are powered by historical and real-time threat intelligence from Sophos X-Ops and the newly added Counter Threat Unit (CTU). Sophos is headquartered in Oxford, U.K. More information is available at

Role Summary

We are seeking a highly skilled SAP Technical Architect with deep expertise in SAP ABAP development and a strong understanding of SAP Finance (FI/CO) module architecture. The ideal candidate will play a key role in designing and supporting robust, scalable, and future-ready SAP solutions, particularly in preparation for and during the transition to SAP S/4HANA. This role involves close collaboration with business stakeholders, functional teams, and technical developers to deliver high-quality solutions that align with enterprise architecture and business strategy.

• Define and maintain the technical architecture for SAP Finance (FI/CO, Asset Accounting, Tax, AP/AR), SAP Supply Chain and associated Backoffice applications.
• Design integration strategies across SAP and non-SAP systems, ensuring system interoperability, data consistency, and performance.
• ABAP Development and support key RICEFW controls across SAP application stack.
• Contribute to the definition of future-state architecture to support S/4HANA readiness and adoption.
• Evaluate current SAP ECC architecture and identify key modernization and migration pathways.
• Lead technical assessments and discovery phases for projects and a SAP S/4HANA migration.
• Identify custom code impacts and contribute to simplification and clean-up strategies.
• Support Proof of Concepts (PoCs), sandbox environments, and brownfield/greenfield implementation planning.
• Collaborate with BASIS and infrastructure teams to ensure system readiness and performance.
• Work with SAP functional leads, developers, and project managers to deliver high-quality project deliverables on time.
• Translate business requirements into scalable technical designs and coordinate end-to-end delivery.
• Act as the escalation point for complex SAP Finance technical issues and performance challenges.
• Provide post-implementation support and ongoing improvements for SAP Finance solutions.

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or a related field.
• 8 years of experience in SAP technical architecture with a strong focus on SAP Finance (FI/CO).
• 5 years of hands-on SAP ABAP development experience including Object-Oriented ABAP, ALV, BAPIs, BADIs, User Exits, Enhancements, Reports, Interfaces, and Forms.
• Solid understanding of SAP ECC Finance architecture and data structures.
• Experience with SAP modernization tools: SAP Readiness Check, Custom Code Analyzer, etc.

• Knowledge of integration with other SAP modules (MM, SD, PM, etc.).
• Experience with SAP Cloud Platform, BTP, or CPI integration tools.
• Familiarity with SAP Activate methodology and agile delivery practices.
• SAP certifications (e.g., SAP Certified Development Associate – ABAP, SAP S/4HANA & Finance).
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Proficiency in various bank automation systems.
• Skilled in cross-module integration involving SAP Finance, Controlling, and logistics functions.
• Ability to bridge functional and technical conversations with ease.
• Problem-solving mindset with attention to performance, scalability, and maintainability.
• Self-motivated, proactive, and able to work independently or as part of a global team.
• Familiarity with Fiori applications, CDS views, OData services, and RAP (Restful ABAP Programming).
• Demonstrable experience in at least one SAP S/4HANA project (greenfield, brownfield, or system conversion) including S/4 discovery phase.

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At Sophos, we believe in the power of diverse perspectives to fuel innovation. Research shows that candidates sometimes hesitate to apply if they don't check every box in a job description. We challenge that notion. Your unique experiences and skills might be exactly what we need to enhance our team. Don't let a checklist hold you back – we encourage you to apply.

What's Great About Sophos?

· Sophos operates a remote-first working model, making remote work the primary option for most employees. However, some roles may necessitate a hybrid approach. Please refer to the location details in our job postings for further information.

· Our people – we innovate and create, all of which are accompanied by a great sense of fun and team spirit

· Employee-led diversity and inclusion networks that build community and provide education and advocacy

· Annual charity and fundraising initiatives and volunteer days for employees to support local communities

· Global employee sustainability initiatives to reduce our environmental footprint

· Global fitness and trivia competitions to keep our bodies and minds sharp

· Global wellbeing days for employees to relax and recharge

· Monthly wellbeing webinars and training to support employee health and wellbeing

Our Commitment To You

We're proud of the diverse and inclusive environment we have at Sophos, and we're committed to ensuring equality of opportunity. We believe that diversity, combined with excellence, builds a better Sophos, so we encourage applicants who can contribute to the diversity of our team. All applicants will be treated in a fair and equal manner and in accordance with the law regardless of gender, sex, gender reassignment, marital status, race, religion or belief, color, age, military veteran status, disability, pregnancy, maternity or sexual orientation. We want to give you every opportunity to show us your best self, so if there are any adjustments we could make to the recruitment and selection process to support you, please let us know.

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