ERP Architect - REMOTE

Our Alberta client is looking for a high-impact SAP Infrastructure Architect for a critical 6-month contract with the potential to convert to a permanent role. This is a high-visibility mission where you will take the lead on a major rescue and reform project, modernizing a legacy SAP environment and shaping the long-term enterprise strategy. If you are a seasoned expert who thrives on technical challenges and strategic leadership, this remote-friendly role offers the chance to drive a massive transformation before a key November milestone.

Note: although this job is remote, we are only considering candidates based in Alberta at this time. If you are willing to relocate to Alberta, please indicate on your resume before applying.

Advantages
• Take full ownership of a high-priority architectural turnaround for a global enterprise.
• Influence executive-level decisions regarding the future of the entire ERP landscape.
• Work in a fully remote capacity while leading a critical infrastructure migration.
• Transition from a strategic contract phase into a long-term permanent leadership position.
• Collaborate with a forward-thinking team focused on eliminating technical debt and modernizing systems.

Responsibilities
• Design and execute a migration path for SAP workloads from Windows to an optimized Linux environment.
• Audit the current SAP ECC landscape to identify and resolve critical security and functional gaps.
• Oversee the implementation of multiple missed patching cycles to restore system integrity.
• Conduct a comprehensive analysis to determine the viability of S/4HANA versus alternative ERP solutions.
• Act as the primary technical advisor to the executive team for all infrastructure roadmap decisions.
• Define technical requirements and provide direction for incoming Basis and ABAP resources.
• Identify and manage risks within the current environment to ensure continuous business operations.

Qualifications
• Extensive background in SAP Basis and Infrastructure Architecture within ECC environments.
• Proven experience leading successful operating system and database migrations for SAP.
• Deep technical knowledge of SAP maintenance tools including SUM and Maintenance Planner.
• Broad understanding of other Tier 1 ERP platforms to provide objective strategic recommendations.
• Background in lead architect roles with experience advising C-suite stakeholders on technology shifts.

Summary
This is a rare opportunity to step into a leadership role where you can truly make your mark by transforming a vulnerable legacy state into a stable, modern architecture. If you have the technical depth to handle complex remediation and the strategic vision to guide an enterprise through its next evolution, we want to hear from you. Please apply directly to this job ad or reach out to your Randstad Digital representative immediately!

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