SAP Senior Developer (107332-0426)

Additional Payments

A £4,000 market supplement per annum (pro-rata, non-pensionable, and also subject to tax and national insurance contributions) may be applicable to this post.

Continuation of this payment, and the amount, is subject to an annual review in line with the University Market Supplement Policy.

About The Role

The University Finance Office has a vacancy in its dynamic and busy SAP Team for a SAP Senior Developer.

In this role you will design, develop and enhance a SAP S/4HANA 2023 FPS2 On Premise system using your existing skills in ABAP (both classical and RESTful Programming Model), CDS Views, Fiori Elements, Gateway, UI5 and Workflow (this is not an exhaustive list).

Our friendly and supportive team comprises of 2 Basis Admins, 2 SAP Senior Developers (including this advertised role), 2 SAP Helpdesk staff, 5 SAP Analysts, 2 SAP Service Leads (Technical and Functional) and a Head of Department.

Your contribution to the team’s effort will help us accelerate our goal of widening the use of SAP Fiori, UI5, Embedded Analytics. We have various requirements and work streams where your support, creativity and imagination as an experienced SAP Developer are needed.

On a day-to-day basis, you will work closely with SAP Business and Functional Analysts, SAP Developers, SAP Helpdesk staff and Users and consult with the SAP Architect and Technical Lead in respect of the necessity of bespoke changes to SAP. In addition, you will maintain contact and liaise with key users of ancillary systems around the University.

The University of Warwick’s SAP Team uses Agile Project delivery methodology to accomplish its tasks. Part of your role as Senior Developer will be to provide input, follow defined team procedures, help to facilitate Agile Project Delivery and take part in regular Agile Planning Meetings, Stand-Ups and Retrospectives.

About You

In previous positions, you would have demonstrated a responsibility and drive for standards, team collaboration, best practices and skills development. We are looking for a person who feels passionate about SAP software and demonstrates ownership of our SAP code base. We value someone who thrives in a collaborative development environment—actively engaging with fellow developers, sharing expertise, learns from others, and contributing ideas. With SAP technologies constantly evolving, the ideal candidate will stay curious, embrace continual learning, and help ensure our solutions remain modern, resilient, and well‑engineered.

In this role, you are responsible for the technical design and translation of functional requirements into agreed technical specifications for SAP system changes. You are already experienced in managing technical developments through all stages, from the definition of requirements, through to design and development to testing and documentation.

You are an excellent communicator with a drive to share knowledge, learn new skills and further improve SAP Development at the University of Warwick. Educated to degree level or with equivalent experience, you already have in-depth knowledge and SAP experience as developer. You will also have gained business experience by working in a large and diverse organisation.

For details on the experience and skills required, please refer to the job description attached as a PDF below.

About The Department

The University Finance office supports business planning and innovation to maximise the financial resources available to the University and create the long-term sustainable financial platform required for future growth. Finance staff across the University are networked as a professional community of expertise. You will be supported to continue your professional journey through access to Continuing Professional Development training opportunities, sector networks and regular Finance Office briefings.

The role is campus based however staff can opt to work under the Finance Office’s current hybrid policy where a maximum of 40% of time (2 days per week for full time staff; normally Tuesdays and Fridays) can be worked remotely. This is subject to review and operational requirements. Whilst in the induction phase you’ll be required to work 100% in the office. Further details are available on request or at interview stage.

For further information about The Finance Office and the opportunities available, please visit our website.

About The University

We are a world-leading research-intensive university founded in 1965. We are ranked 74th in the world and 9th in the UK.* Additionally, 92% of our research is rated world-leading or internationally excellent.**

Find out more about us at warwick.ac.uk/about/.

World University Ranking 2026, Complete University Guide 2026 Research Excellence Framework 2021

How to Apply

CLOSING DEADLINE: Thursday 21st May 2026 at 11:55pm (UK Time)

To apply, please click APPLY below and submit your application by the closing deadline.

You will be asked to include a CV and cover letter. Within these documents, please:

Outline your employment and education history (including your most recent employment). Outline the reasons for your interest in this position. Demonstrate how you meet the requirements of the role with clear reference to each of the essential and desirable criteria in the Job Description (PDF attached below). Interview Date: To be confirmed Start Date: To be confirmed

Applications must be submitted by the closing deadline. You will not be able to submit an application form even if you opened it before the stated deadline. Only applications submitted through our Careers Portal will be considered.

You are welcome to include any careers breaks you may have taken (e.g. parental/caring/long-term sick leave).

Please note that if you do not evidence the essential criteria, the hiring panel may not be able to shortlist your application. For guidance on how to format a cover letter, see here.

What we Offer

We Provide a Comprehensive Range Of Benefits, Including

An attractive pension scheme. 30 days holiday plus University Christmas closure. Generous parental/adoption leave policy. Onsite childcare facilities. Excellent learning and development opportunities.

We recognise the importance of a healthy work/life balance and offer access to flexible working arrangements. For more information, see here.

We are proud to be a Living Wage employer.

Our Commitment to Inclusion

To find out more about our commitments to equality, diversity, and inclusion, please see: Our Commitments | University of Warwick

Job Description

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