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Job Category: Information Technology
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Technology & Security
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
Information Systems Technology Services is a unified organization comprised of various departments which collaborate effectively in order to deliver high quality technology solutions.
Position Summary
Designs, develops, modifies, configures, debugs and evaluates application programs and reports in SAP HCM (ECC), SuccessFactors-Employee Central (SF-EC), S4HANA and SAP BTP for HR and Payroll functional business areas. Analyzes existing applications and systems and formulates logic for new systems, devises logic procedures, logical database design, performs coding and tests/debugs programs in ABAP, ABAP HR, ABAP Objects, Web Dynpro and SAPUI5. Designs, develops and maintains integrations between SAP and non-SAP applications, on-prem and cloud applications using OData, Web services, SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI), SAP API Management and SAP Cloud Connector. Builds Application Extensions in SAP BTP using SAP UI5, Fiori Elements, Cloud Application Programming (CAP) model, SAP RESTful Application Programming (RAP) model and integrate with On-Premise and Cloud systems. Consults with business analysts and architects to understand, anticipate, and meet current and future business needs. Modifies and configures applications/systems as specified in the requirements and/or technical design document. Prepares and obtains approval of system and development documentation.
PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position. The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. The range to reasonably expect will be around the minimum and the midpoint $128,000 - $173,000. The final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above. This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.
Bay Area Min: $ 128,000
Bay Area Max: $ 218,000
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and 1-2 days per week at our Oakland Headquarters based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
Job Responsibilities Work Scope: Provides broad cross-functional and technological expertise. Assignments are broad and complex, have major associated risks with high visibility, and can be sensitive or widely varied requiring expert judgment in applying and adapting techniques. Collaborates and establishes existing Application Development Frameworks and Coding standard. Support governance of development standards and frameworks. Responsible for larger initiatives such as transitioning to new technologies. Full understanding of combined technical, business, and processes areas. Advanced and full knowledge of business requirements; translates complex business language to functional and technical designs. Solid understanding of PG&E Delivery Method and compliance processes and impact to client projects. May recommend and implement process improvements to methodology and compliance processes. Applies significant technical concepts of subject area and procedures and techniques; ability to use and define technical details of assigned work. Serves as key technical resource with areas of specialization. Problem Solving: Resolves application development problems of complex scope through cross-functional team participation. Internal/External Contact: Regularly represents team and/or manager at client meetings. Collaborates with Project Manager on complex large project timelines, identifying critical path, resource assignments, risks, and dependencies. Freedom of Action: Regularly called on to apply creativity or new approaches to technical assignments that may be unique. May lead others on technically complex projects or work. Solid understanding of the impact to all application areas of systems/sub-systems modifications and enhancements; understands impact to business; has broad, over-arching understanding of impact to IT. Leads teams of programmer-analysts. The incumbent determines methods and procedures on new assignments with accepted technical guidelines and company policies/procedures. Provides guidance to less experienced programmer and is team lead on cross-functional projects and initiatives.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience and/or field of study
- 7 years experience in programming analysis
- Advanced experience in programming language
Desired:
- Graduate Degree or equivalent experience
- 10 years of experience in ABAP, ABAP Objects and HR ABAP
- 5 years of experience in SAP BTP programming using SAPUI5 and Fiori Elements
- Extensive experience and knowledge of SAP HCM modules including PA, OM, Payroll, Time and SuccessFactors Employee Central (SF-EC)
- Experience with Workflows, ALE-IDOCS, BIB Replication / Integration between SF-EC, SAP HCM(ECC) and S4HANA
- Experience in building full-stack cloud extensions using the Cloud Application Programming (CAP) model and SAP RESTful Application Programming (RAP) model
- Extensive experience with BAPIs, BADIs, RFC’s, Web Services and OData
- Proficient in SAP Cloud Integration technologies like CPI, API Management, SAP Cloud Connector, IAS and IPS
- Proficient in developing reports using Stories in People Analytics (SAC) and cross-system reports combining SF-EC data with on-premise SAP Payroll and Time data
- Leadership experience, leading development teams
- Ability to create complex test beds, creates test scenarios, create regression tests, document and assess software reliability
- Ability to enhance the end-user experience using UI mashups
Requisition ID # 173716
Job Category: Information Technology
Job Level: Individual Contributor
Business Unit: Technology & Security
Work Type: Hybrid
Job Location: Oakland
Department Overview
Information Systems Technology Services is a unified organization comprised of various departments which collaborate effectively in order to deliver high quality technology solutions.
Position Summary
Designs, develops, modifies, configures, debugs and evaluates application programs and reports in SAP HCM (ECC), SuccessFactors-Employee Central (SF-EC), S4HANA and SAP BTP for HR and Payroll functional business areas. Analyzes existing applications and systems and formulates logic for new systems, devises logic procedures, logical database design, performs coding and tests/debugs programs in ABAP, ABAP HR, ABAP Objects, Web Dynpro and SAPUI5. Designs, develops and maintains integrations between SAP and non-SAP applications, on-prem and cloud applications using OData, Web services, SAP Cloud Platform Integration (CPI), SAP API Management and SAP Cloud Connector. Builds Application Extensions in SAP BTP using SAP UI5, Fiori Elements, Cloud Application Programming (CAP) model, SAP RESTful Application Programming (RAP) model and integrate with On-Premise and Cloud systems. Consults with business analysts and architects to understand, anticipate, and meet current and future business needs. Modifies and configures applications/systems as specified in the requirements and/or technical design document. Prepares and obtains approval of system and development documentation.
PG&E is providing the full salary/pay range for this position. The actual amount paid to an individual will be based on multiple factors, including, but not limited to, internal equity, specific skills, education, licenses or certifications, experience, market value, and geographic location. The range to reasonably expect will be around the minimum and the midpoint $128,000 - $173,000. The final decision will be made on a case-by-case basis related to the factors above. This job is also eligible to participate in PG&E’s discretionary incentive compensation programs.
Bay Area Min: $ 128,000
Bay Area Max: $ 218,000
This position is hybrid, working from your remote office and 1-2 days per week at our Oakland Headquarters based on business need. The assigned work location will be within the PG&E Service Territory.
Job Responsibilities Work Scope: Provides broad cross-functional and technological expertise. Assignments are broad and complex, have major associated risks with high visibility, and can be sensitive or widely varied requiring expert judgment in applying and adapting techniques. Collaborates and establishes existing Application Development Frameworks and Coding standard. Support governance of development standards and frameworks. Responsible for larger initiatives such as transitioning to new technologies. Full understanding of combined technical, business, and processes areas. Advanced and full knowledge of business requirements; translates complex business language to functional and technical designs. Solid understanding of PG&E Delivery Method and compliance processes and impact to client projects. May recommend and implement process improvements to methodology and compliance processes. Applies significant technical concepts of subject area and procedures and techniques; ability to use and define technical details of assigned work. Serves as key technical resource with areas of specialization. Problem Solving: Resolves application development problems of complex scope through cross-functional team participation. Internal/External Contact: Regularly represents team and/or manager at client meetings. Collaborates with Project Manager on complex large project timelines, identifying critical path, resource assignments, risks, and dependencies. Freedom of Action: Regularly called on to apply creativity or new approaches to technical assignments that may be unique. May lead others on technically complex projects or work. Solid understanding of the impact to all application areas of systems/sub-systems modifications and enhancements; understands impact to business; has broad, over-arching understanding of impact to IT. Leads teams of programmer-analysts. The incumbent determines methods and procedures on new assignments with accepted technical guidelines and company policies/procedures. Provides guidance to less experienced programmer and is team lead on cross-functional projects and initiatives.
Qualifications
Minimum:
- Bachelors Degree in Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or equivalent experience and/or field of study
- 7 years experience in programming analysis
- Advanced experience in programming language
Desired:
- Graduate Degree or equivalent experience
- 10 years of experience in ABAP, ABAP Objects and HR ABAP
- 5 years of experience in SAP BTP programming using SAPUI5 and Fiori Elements
- Extensive experience and knowledge of SAP HCM modules including PA, OM, Payroll, Time and SuccessFactors Employee Central (SF-EC)
- Experience with Workflows, ALE-IDOCS, BIB Replication / Integration between SF-EC, SAP HCM(ECC) and S4HANA
- Experience in building full-stack cloud extensions using the Cloud Application Programming (CAP) model and SAP RESTful Application Programming (RAP) model
- Extensive experience with BAPIs, BADIs, RFC’s, Web Services and OData
- Proficient in SAP Cloud Integration technologies like CPI, API Management, SAP Cloud Connector, IAS and IPS
- Proficient in developing reports using Stories in People Analytics (SAC) and cross-system reports combining SF-EC data with on-premise SAP Payroll and Time data
- Leadership experience, leading development teams
- Ability to create complex test beds, creates test scenarios, create regression tests, document and assess software reliability
- Ability to enhance the end-user experience using UI mashups
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Green Card Sponsorship in SAP Technical Architect
Align your credentials to PERM requirements
PERM requires your employer to define a minimum education and experience requirement for the role. Document your SAP certifications, architecture experience, and any advanced degrees now so your profile matches the job description exactly when the labor certification is filed.
Target employers with active PERM histories
Search the OFLC Wage Search and public PERM disclosure data for employers who have filed labor certifications for SAP-specific titles like SAP Solution Architect or SAP Enterprise Architect. Repeated filings signal an established internal sponsorship process.
Search green card roles on Migrate Mate
Use Migrate Mate to filter SAP Technical Architect openings by employers with green card sponsorship history. It surfaces roles where PERM-based sponsorship is already part of the hiring pipeline, saving you from guessing which employers will commit.
Clarify the EB-2 versus EB-3 path early
If you hold a master's degree or equivalent in information systems or a related field, your employer may file under EB-2, which can mean a shorter wait for certain nationalities. Raise this with HR before the job offer is finalized so the petition is structured correctly.
Negotiate the PERM job description carefully
The PERM job description locks in the minimum requirements for your role. Overly narrow SAP module requirements or excessive experience thresholds can create audit risk with DOL. Work with your employer to ensure the description reflects real business needs, not a tailored fit to your resume.
Understand concurrent filing if your priority date allows
Once your I-140 is approved and your priority date is current, you may be able to file your I-485 adjustment of status concurrently. For many nationals outside of India and China, EB-3 SAP roles can move to this stage faster than applicants expect.
Green Card SAP Technical Architect: Frequently Asked Questions
Does an SAP Technical Architect role qualify for EB-2 or EB-3 sponsorship?
Most SAP Technical Architect positions qualify for both EB-2 and EB-3, depending on how the employer structures the PERM job description. EB-2 applies if the role requires a master's degree or equivalent, while EB-3 covers positions requiring a bachelor's degree plus relevant experience. Your employer's attorney will advise on which category best fits the role as defined in the labor certification.
How does PERM green card sponsorship differ from H-1B for this role?
The PERM process leads to permanent residency rather than a temporary work visa, so there's no six-year limit or lottery risk once you're in the pipeline. PERM requires DOL-supervised recruitment proving no qualified U.S. worker was available, which adds six to twelve months before the I-140 can be filed. The tradeoff is permanence: a green card through PERM doesn't expire with your employment relationship the way H-1B visa status does.
What SAP-specific credentials strengthen a PERM filing?
SAP certifications tied to your architecture specialty, such as SAP Certified Technology Associate or SAP Certified Professional credentials, directly support the employer's argument that the role requires specialized knowledge. Documented project history showing end-to-end SAP implementation or integration architecture helps USCIS evaluate whether the position genuinely requires your level of expertise during the I-140 review stage.
Where can I find SAP Technical Architect jobs with green card sponsorship?
Migrate Mate filters SAP Technical Architect openings by employers with documented green card sponsorship history, so you're applying to roles where PERM-based sponsorship is already part of the hiring process. Generic job boards don't surface this distinction, which means you can spend months in conversations with employers who have no established path for employment-based green card filings.
Can I switch employers after my I-140 is approved but before I have a green card?
Yes, under AC21 portability rules, you can change employers after your I-140 has been approved and your I-485 has been pending for at least 180 days, as long as the new role is in the same or a substantially similar occupational classification. For SAP Technical Architect roles, a move to a comparable senior architecture position at a different company typically qualifies, but you should confirm the occupational similarity with an immigration attorney before making the switch.