SAP Principal Engineer (Contract to Hire)

Job Title: SAP Principal Engineer (Contract to Hire) Location: Columbus, OH (Remote to start w/ monthly travel; Hybrid Tue-Thu onsite required after 6 months) Contract Duration: 6-month contract-to-hire Rate: $90-$100/hour (W-2 only) Employment Type: W-2 (U.S. Citizens or Green Card holders only - no visa sponsorships) Position Summary: We are seeking a highly experienced SAP Principal Engineer to join our client's rapidly evolving technology team within the utility sector. This role will initially be remote but will transition into a hybrid position (onsite Tuesday through Thursday in Columbus, OH) after conversion to full-time employment. You will lead the architecture and code review efforts across SAP and Salesforce platforms, serve as a technical coach to development teams, and guide the roadmap for major digital transformation initiatives - particularly in work and asset management. This is a strategic hire, with the long-term vision of transitioning from outsourced development to an insourced Agile DevOps team. Key Responsibilities: • Provide technical leadership and code review across SAP ABAP and Salesforce APEX environments. • Guide architecture decisions related to SAP S/4HANA (Private Edition on Azure) and Salesforce Field Service, ensuring secure, scalable, and maintainable solutions. • Lead SAP configuration and integration across modules including PM, MM, FI/CO, and GRC, with specific emphasis on Work and Asset Management (WAM). • Support auditing and error detection in GRC, AIF, and other functional SAP areas. • Drive the development and implementation of Data Archiving and Disaster Recovery (DR) strategies. • Act as a mentor and coach to technical developers, helping build internal expertise and elevate engineering standards. • Collaborate with cybersecurity teams to ensure system integrity and compliance with internal security protocols. • Maintain inventory and configurations of IT assets, update product standards, and support documentation and artifact creation. • Participate in Agile ceremonies and support cross-functional DevOps teams in backlog grooming, sprint planning, and execution. • Define and lead strategic technology initiatives in coordination with TCS (technical staff), IT leadership, and enterprise architects. Required Qualifications: • 10+ years of hands-on SAP experience, including large-scale implementation and support. • Fluent in ABAP coding and code review; strong ability to coach and develop other engineers. • Experience in SAP Fiori development and cloud-based SAP environments (S/4HANA on Azure). • Experience implementing or supporting Salesforce Field Service. • Deep technical and functional understanding of SAP modules PM, MM, FI/CO, and GRC. • Prior experience working in or supporting utility or energy sector clients is highly preferred. • Strong working knowledge of Agile/DevOps environments with large-scale teams (100+), preferably in an insourcing transition. • Experience with cybersecurity requirements and cloud infrastructure (Azure IaaS). • Strong communication skills with the ability to present complex solutions to both senior leadership and technical staff. • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related discipline - or equivalent work experience. Preferred Qualifications: • Experience designing SAP-Salesforce integrations. • Familiarity with SAP AIF auditing and GRC compliance processes. • Prior experience leading Data Archiving and Disaster Recovery planning. • Knowledge of NIST or other cybersecurity frameworks. Soft Skills: • Analytical and strategic thinker with a proactive mindset. • Excellent coaching, mentorship, and leadership skills. • Highly organized and detail-oriented. • Able to manage competing priorities in a fast-paced environment with high expectations. Apply tot his job Apply To this Job