SAP HANA Technical Specialist | S/4HANA Transformation 12 Month Contract | Brisbane
We're seeking an experienced SAP HANA Technical Specialist to join a major SAP S/4HANA transformation program. This role is focused on the underlying SAP HANA platform, database optimisation, performance tuning, and technical remediation, rather than traditional ABAP development.
Working as part of a large-scale ECC to S/4HANA migration, you will provide deep technical expertise across SAP HANA architecture, data structures, custom code remediation, and HANA database optimisation.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide expert technical advice on SAP HANA architecture, in-memory computing, columnar storage and data structures.
- Analyse and optimise database performance, SQL execution plans and HANA queries.
- Support custom code remediation activities to ensure ECC developments are compatible with S/4HANA.
- Design and implement code pushdown strategies using SAP HANA capabilities.
- Develop and optimise CDS Views and support AMDP-based solutions where appropriate.
- Work with development and architecture teams to maximise S/4HANA performance and scalability.
- Provide expertise across SAP HANA Studio, SAP Web IDE and HANA database administration activities.
- Identify opportunities to improve application performance through database optimisation and modern HANA development techniques.
Required Skills & Experience
- Strong expertise in SAP HANA Database Architecture and administration.
- Deep understanding of HANA data structures, columnar storage and in-memory processing.
- Experience with SAP HANA Studio, Web IDE and HANA database management.
- Demonstrated experience implementing and optimising SQL and HANA-native solutions.
- Strong knowledge of Code Pushdown, including CDS Views and AMDP.
- Experience supporting ECC to S/4HANA migration and remediation activities.
- Ability to troubleshoot complex performance and database-related issues.
- Excellent stakeholder engagement and technical advisory skills.
- Experience in large-scale government or enterprise SAP environments.
- Knowledge of SAP Basis, S/4HANA architecture and HANA migration strategies.
- Exposure to SAP BTP and modern SAP development frameworks.
- Experience with sizing, performance benchmarking and database optimisation initiatives.
What's on Offer?
- 12-month contract
- Brisbane location
- Long-term engagement with extension potential
- Opportunity to work on one of Australia's largest SAP environments
SAP Hana Technical Specialist employer: Speller International
As a leading employer in the HR technology sector, we offer a dynamic work environment that fosters collaboration and innovation. Our commitment to employee growth is evident through continuous training opportunities and a supportive culture that values input from all team members. Located in a vibrant area, we provide a unique chance to work with cutting-edge systems while enjoying a balanced work-life experience.
