- Location
- Remote - UK
- Workplace
- Remote
- Type
- Contract
- Department
- IT
Description
ABAP Developer
Application Deadline: 21 September 2026
Department: IT
Employment Type: Fixed Term Contract
Location: Remote - UK
Description
As we continue our SAP transformation journey, we're looking for an experienced SAP ABAP Developer to join us on a 12-month fixed-term contract. This is an exciting opportunity to play a key role in developing and enhancing functionality within our SAP PRO environment, supporting the migration away from our SAP UKP system while delivering innovative solutions that improve business efficiency.
Working closely with both technical and functional teams, you'll be responsible for designing, developing and optimising ABAP solutions, translating business requirements into effective system enhancements, and ensuring high-quality, reliable outcomes. This role is ideal for a proactive problem-solver who enjoys working in a fast-paced environment and making a tangible impact through technology.
If you have strong ABAP development experience, a solid understanding of SAP modules, and a passion for delivering business-focused solutions, we'd love to hear from you.
This role is based remotely within the UK only.
This role is based remotely within the UK only.
Key Responsibilities
- SAP System Migration: Oversee the technical aspects of migrating a substantial portion of the business from one SAP system to another. This includes mapping and migrating data, customizing and adjusting ABAP code to fit the new system's requirements, and ensuring seamless integration and functionality.
- Custom Development and Performance Optimization: Develop and modify custom ABAP programs to support new system functionalities and project requirements. Optimize the performance of SAP applications to accommodate changes brought by the system migrations and enhancements.
- Technical Support and Troubleshooting: Provide ongoing technical support throughout the migrations and enhancement implementations. Address and resolve issues to ensure stability and performance of the SAP systems.
- Collaboration with Stakeholders: Collaborate closely with the ERP team, functional teams, and other key stakeholders. Ensure technical solutions are aligned with business goals and project timelines, and effectively communicate progress and challenges.
- Quality Assurance and Testing: Lead the testing efforts, including unit, integration, and regression testing, to guarantee the success of the migrations and the enhancement pack application. Ensure that new implementations meet quality standards and new and existing features are well documented.
- Documentation and Knowledge Transfer: Document technical procedures, changes, and system configurations. Facilitate knowledge transfer to ensure smooth transition and support by internal teams after project completion.
Skills, Knowledge & Expertise
Qualifications:
- SAP ABAP certification is highly desirable.
- Experience:
- Proven experience in SAP ABAP development, including reports, interfaces, extensions, forms, and workflows.
- Familiarity with SAP system migrations and managing large-scale SAP upgrade projects.
- Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot and optimize ABAP code for performance and functionality.
Technical Skills:
- Strong proficiency in ABAP programming and SAP Data Dictionary.
- Knowledge of SAP modules relevant to the business and integration points.
- Experience with SAP migration tools and methodologies.
- Understanding of SAP architecture and the implications of Enhancement Packs on custom developments.
Personal Attributes:
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
- Strong planning and project management abilities, with a track record of delivering projects on time.
- Effective communication and interpersonal skills, capable of working collaboratively with technical and non-technical teams.
- Ability to adapt to changing priorities and manage multiple tasks simultaneously.
- Other Requirements:
- Willingness to engage in continuous learning and skill development.
- A commitment to quality and a thorough approach to documentation and knowledge transfer.
- Availability to work full-time on a 12-month fixed-term contract, with potential for extended hours as project demands dictate.
Job Benefits
- 25 days holiday + 8 bank holidays
- Health Cash Plan
- Company bonus scheme
- Advantageous pension scheme
- Learning & Development opportunities
- Employee high street vouchers & discounts portal
- Employee Assistance Programme
- Length of Service Awards
- Christmas savings scheme
- Wellbeing events
- Company events
- Company share schemes
- Christmas Closedown
Skills
SAPERPProject Management
