STEM OPT Senior Sap Consultant Jobs
Senior SAP Consultant roles sit at the intersection of enterprise technology and business process design, making them a strong fit for STEM OPT graduates in computer science, information systems, or engineering. Your 24-month STEM OPT extension applies here, provided your employer is enrolled in E-Verify and your role aligns with your degree's CIP code.
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We are seeking an experienced SAP BTP / ABAP Developer to support the design, development, implementation, testing, and deployment of SAP solutions in a large automotive environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with SAP BTP, ABAP, SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, S/4HANA, and SAP application development and integration technologies. This role will work closely with functional teams, business stakeholders, and technical teams to develop scalable SAP solutions and support projects throughout the full implementation lifecycle.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in the design, development, testing, and deployment of SAP solutions, enhancements, customizations, and integrations.
- Develop and maintain applications using SAP BTP, ABAP, SAP Fiori, and SAPUI5.
- Work with modern SAP technologies including CAP, HANA Cloud, and BTP services.
- Participate in the full SAP project lifecycle, including:
- Requirements gathering and analysis
- Technical design
- Development and configuration
- Unit and integration testing
- Deployment and go-live support
- Post-implementation support
- Develop custom ABAP programs, enhancements, interfaces, reports, and integrations.
- Develop and enhance SAP Fiori/UI5 applications.
- Support integration between SAP and external systems using appropriate SAP integration technologies.
- Collaborate with functional consultants, business analysts, architects, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Analyze technical issues, troubleshoot application problems, and implement appropriate solutions.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, documentation, and technical quality activities.
- Follow SAP development standards, security requirements, and best practices.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of SAP applications and development processes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience with SAP ABAP development.
- Hands-on experience with SAP BTP.
- Experience developing with SAP Fiori and SAPUI5.
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA.
- Knowledge of SAP CAP (Cloud Application Programming Model) and/or HANA Cloud.
- Experience with SAP integrations and APIs.
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and SAP implementation methodologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with SAP BTP Extension Suite.
- Experience with CAP, HANA Cloud, OData, REST APIs, and CDS views.
- Experience with SAP integration technologies.
- Experience working on large-scale SAP implementations.
- Automotive industry experience is a plus.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
EXPECTED HOURS
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
BENEFITS
- Relocation assistance
LOCATION
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78753
INTRODUCTION
We are seeking an experienced SAP BTP / ABAP Developer to support the design, development, implementation, testing, and deployment of SAP solutions in a large automotive environment.
The ideal candidate will have strong hands-on experience with SAP BTP, ABAP, SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, S/4HANA, and SAP application development and integration technologies. This role will work closely with functional teams, business stakeholders, and technical teams to develop scalable SAP solutions and support projects throughout the full implementation lifecycle.
ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Participate in the design, development, testing, and deployment of SAP solutions, enhancements, customizations, and integrations.
- Develop and maintain applications using SAP BTP, ABAP, SAP Fiori, and SAPUI5.
- Work with modern SAP technologies including CAP, HANA Cloud, and BTP services.
- Participate in the full SAP project lifecycle, including:
- Requirements gathering and analysis
- Technical design
- Development and configuration
- Unit and integration testing
- Deployment and go-live support
- Post-implementation support
- Develop custom ABAP programs, enhancements, interfaces, reports, and integrations.
- Develop and enhance SAP Fiori/UI5 applications.
- Support integration between SAP and external systems using appropriate SAP integration technologies.
- Collaborate with functional consultants, business analysts, architects, and business stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
- Analyze technical issues, troubleshoot application problems, and implement appropriate solutions.
- Participate in code reviews, testing, documentation, and technical quality activities.
- Follow SAP development standards, security requirements, and best practices.
- Contribute to continuous improvement of SAP applications and development processes.
BASIC QUALIFICATIONS
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, Engineering, or a related field.
- Strong experience with SAP ABAP development.
- Hands-on experience with SAP BTP.
- Experience developing with SAP Fiori and SAPUI5.
- Experience with SAP S/4HANA.
- Knowledge of SAP CAP (Cloud Application Programming Model) and/or HANA Cloud.
- Experience with SAP integrations and APIs.
- Understanding of software development lifecycle and SAP implementation methodologies.
- Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
- Ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
- Experience with SAP BTP Extension Suite.
- Experience with CAP, HANA Cloud, OData, REST APIs, and CDS views.
- Experience with SAP integration technologies.
- Experience working on large-scale SAP implementations.
- Automotive industry experience is a plus.
- Experience working in Agile/Scrum development environments.
EXPECTED HOURS
Expected hours: 40.0 per week
BENEFITS
- Relocation assistance
LOCATION
Work Location: Hybrid remote in Austin, TX 78753
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding STEM OPT Authorization as a Senior Sap Consultant
Verify your CIP code before applying
SAP consulting roles typically fall under computer and information systems or management information systems CIP codes. Confirm with your DSO that your specific degree maps to the role before submitting applications, since a mismatch can invalidate your STEM OPT extension.
Check E-Verify enrollment before accepting offers
Your employer must be actively enrolled in E-Verify for your STEM OPT extension to be valid. Search the E-Verify employer search tool directly to confirm enrollment status before you sign anything, not after.
Use O*NET to build your training plan
The I-983 training plan requires specific learning objectives tied to your STEM degree. Pull the O*NET occupation profile for SAP consultants to identify relevant technical competencies you can map directly to your degree field when drafting the plan with your employer.
Target large ERP implementation firms early
Consulting firms running large-scale SAP implementations, including systems integrators and professional services practices, regularly hire OPT students because project-based work aligns naturally with the I-983 training plan structure. Prioritize these employers when building your target list.
Negotiate your training plan scope with precision
Use Migrate Mate to identify employers with verified OPT hiring history in SAP and enterprise software roles, then enter negotiations with a draft I-983 already scoped to your SAP module specialization so hiring managers see a ready-to-execute onboarding path.
Align your SAP module focus with OFLC wage tiers
Senior SAP roles are typically filed at wage level III or IV under DOL prevailing wage rules. Run the OFLC Wage Search by SOC code before your offer stage so you can evaluate whether your offer meets DOL standards and flag discrepancies before your employer files.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does a Senior SAP Consultant role qualify for the STEM OPT extension?
It can qualify, but the role must require and directly relate to your STEM degree. SAP consulting positions in system configuration, implementation, or technical architecture typically align with computer science, information systems, or engineering degrees. Your DSO must confirm the match between your degree's CIP code and the job duties before authorizing the extension on your I-20.
What does the I-983 training plan need to include for an SAP consulting role?
The I-983 must document specific learning objectives tied to your degree field, not just your job title. For SAP consulting, this means listing the technical competencies you'll develop, such as SAP module configuration, integration architecture, or data migration methodology, and explaining how each connects to your STEM degree. Your employer and DSO must both sign it before your extension start date.
How do I confirm my employer is enrolled in E-Verify before joining?
STEM OPT authorization requires your employer to be actively enrolled in E-Verify at the time you begin work. You can verify enrollment using the E-Verify employer search tool by searching the company's legal name. If the company uses a staffing agency or consulting firm as the employer of record, that entity, not the end client, must be E-Verify enrolled.
Does cap-gap protection apply if my employer files an H-1B petition before my STEM OPT expires?
Yes. If your employer files a timely H-1B visa petition on your behalf before your STEM OPT EAD expires, cap-gap protection extends your work authorization through September 30 of that fiscal year. USCIS governs this automatically, and you don't need to file separately. Your I-20 must reflect the cap-gap extension, which your DSO issues once the petition is accepted.
Where can I find Senior SAP Consultant jobs that accept STEM OPT students?
Search Migrate Mate to find Senior SAP Consultant openings specifically filtered for employers who hire STEM OPT students and are enrolled in E-Verify. Migrate Mate surfaces employer filing history from DOL Labor Condition Application data, so you can see which companies have a track record of supporting OPT and subsequent visa sponsorship before you apply.