SAP ABAP Developer

Carpenter Technology Corporation is a leading producer and distributor of premium specialty alloys, including titanium alloys, nickel and cobalt based superalloys, stainless steels, alloy steels and tool steels. Carpenter’s high-performance materials and advanced process solutions are an integral part of critical applications used within the aerospace, transportation, medical and energy markets, among other markets. Building on its history of innovation, Carpenter’s wrought and powder technology capabilities support a range of next-generation products and manufacturing techniques, including novel magnetic materials and additive manufacturing.

SAP ABAP DEVELOPER

Location(s):  Raleigh, NC; Reading, PA; Latrobe, PA

US Citizens or Green Card Holders only due to ITAR/EAR compliance

POSITION SUMMARY - Responsible for developing and maintaining ABAP and/or Fiori-based applications and programs within the S/4HANA environment, with subject matter expertise of SAP technologies and programming concepts in SAP modules such as FI/CO, SD, MM, QM, and PP. Works collaboratively with other developers, business analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver high-quality solutions that meet business requirements.

The SAP ABAP Developer will . . .    

• Identify and lead business outcome improvement initiatives using the latest S/4 HANA development tools and techniques (such as CDS views, BOPF, and AMDP) and SAP Fiori.
• Collaborate with functional counter-part resource(s) to drive problem resolution and/or data analysis with predictable outcomes in development design.
• Co-lead with functional counter-part resource(s) best approach to solve any business process or problem statement (through configuration and/or ABAP/Fiori development).
• Identify and record detailed requirements in technical specification documentation.
• Ensure all interdependencies are considered and addressed in any code change (new or modification of existing).
• Identify and record detailed requirements in technical specification documentation.
• Ensure all interdependencies are considered and addressed in any code change (new or modification of existing).
• Identify and / or lead best practice in development techniques and efficiencies with own work and other ABAP or Fiori developers, such as:
  • Using the latest version of ABAP and optimize the code for performance.
  • Avoiding nested loops and using internal table operations instead.
  • Minimize database calls by buffering data whenever possible.
  • Using function modules instead of remote function calls (RFCs) for better performance.
  • Avoid using global variables as much as possible and use local variables instead.
  • Using appropriate data types and avoid using generic data types like "ANY".
  • Using modular programming techniques to break down large code blocks into smaller, reusable modules.
  • Using ABAP code inspector (SCI) to analyze and optimize the code.
  • Optimize SQL statements by using appropriate indexes and avoiding unnecessary data retrieval.
  • Using CHANGING parameters instead of RETURNING parameters in function modules to reduce memory usage.
• Execute S4 HANA ABAP or Fiori-based design, testing and approvals in order to implement business performance optimization initiatives.
• Analyze and monitor implemented changes to business processes and make adjustments as needed.
• Present progress reports, offer alternatives and/or solutions to address feedback or schedule (timeframe) risks.
• Perform other duties and projects as assigned.

Requirements for the SAP ABAP Developer

• Bachelor's Degree or foreign equivalent required, in a relevant field in Computer Science (programming concepts, software development, and/or database design).
• SAP certifications in areas such as ABAP programming, SAP HANA, and SAP S/4 HANA preferred. Master’s degree preferred but not required.
• US Citizen or Green Card Holder required due to ITAR / EAR compliance.
• 10+ years of experience with Hands-on experience in implementing SAP ABAP modules/concepts:
  • SAP HANA Technical Concept and Architecture
  • SAP HANA Code Remediation and Code Compliance techniques
  • ABAP Development Tools (ADT) and/or HANA Developer Studio
  • ADBC, Native SQL, AMDP, ABAP Core data services, and BRF+.
  • Object Oriented Programming, workflows, and OData services
  • BDC’s, BAPI’s, Module Pool Programming
  • Interfaces of different types – IDOC, file, ABAP Proxy, SOA and REST based services, etc.
  • Should be able to analyze the defect/ issue (code debug techniques) and know performance optimization techniques.
  • Developing custom and standard SAP applications using S/4 HANA technologies.
  • SAP HANA database and its capabilities.
  • SAP Fiori and SAPUI5 (including HTML5, CSS3, and JavaScript) for developing modern user interfaces in S/4 HANA.
  • Extend, customize, and implement SAP Fiori standard components.
  • SAP Web IDE, Eclipse, SAP NetWeaver Gateway and OData services.
  • S/4 HANA data model and the concept of CDS views.
  • Understanding of SAP Basis administration tasks.
  • ABAP Fiori debugging and analysis of existing programs.
  • User Exits, Reports, Dialog Programming, Interfaces, SmartForms, SAPScripts, Adobe Forms, WebDynpro, Enhancement Framework
  • PI / PO for interfaces
  • Solution Manager for transport management
• Ability to travel within and outside United States for business related requirements.
• Must have experience in analyzing Functional specifications and coming up with the technical solution for RICEFW types.
• Demonstrated leadership of prior full life-cycle SAP S/4 implementation or enterprise-wide redesign.
• Requires excellent written and verbal communication skills, leadership skills, collaboration skills and analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Ideal candidate needs to have effective time management and organizational skills with demonstrated continuous improvement outcomes with enterprise-wide qualitative results. 

Carpenter Technology Company offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package including life, medical, dental, vision, flexible spending accounts, disability coverage, 401k with company contributions as well as many other options to employees.

Carpenter Technology Corporation’s policy is to fully and effectively maintain a program of equal employment opportunity and nondiscrimination for all employees, to employ affirmative action for all protected classes, and to recruit and develop the best qualified persons available regardless of age, race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, political affiliation or any other characteristic protected by law. The Company also will recruit, develop and provide opportunities for qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans.