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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # SAP specialist - **Company:** Fivetran And Dbt Labs - **Location:** Netherlands (Remote available) - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** €10,993 - €13,741 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Query Performance, Java (Programming Language), Advanced Business Application Programming (ABAP), Artificial Intelligence, Amazon Web Services, Microsoft Azure, Code Review, Databases, Data Infrastructure, Data Integration, Extract Transform Load (ETL), Data Mining, Data Warehousing, Relational Databases, Database Storage Structures, Eclipse (Software), SAP ERP, Open Data Protocol, Oracle (Applications), Performance Tuning, Systems Development Life Cycle, Cloud Services, SAP (Applications), SAP NetWeaver Business Warehouse, SAP FI/CO, SAP HANA, SAP NetWeaver Data Management, SAP Materials Management, SAP Project System, SAP Sales and Distribution, Service Design, SQL Databases, SAP Development, Cloud Platform System, Chatbots, SAP Business Technology Platform, SAPBasis, SAP S/4HANA, Claude, GPT, Data Pipelines - **Published:** November 5, 2026 - **Apply:** https://startup.jobs/senior-staff-software-engineer-sap-connectors-fivetran-2-10673317 ## About the Role * 10+ years of hands-on SAP development experience, with strong ABAP skills (classic and modern ABAP, ABAP OO, ABAP for HANA) * Deep knowledge of SAP outbound interfacing: + OData (v2 and v4): service design, SEGW, performance, and security + SAP extractors: standard and generic DataSources, delta handling, ODP/ODQ, CDS-based extraction + RFC: function modules, BAPIs, destinations, and tRFC/qRFC * Solid working knowledge of both SAP ECC and S/4HANA, including the differences in data models and extraction options between them * Good knowledge of databases: SQL, query performance and tuning, SAP HANA, and relational database concepts * Understanding of SAP data models and key modules (e.g., FI/CO, MM, SD) * Experience with SAP authorizations and technical user/role setup for interfaces * Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills * Good communication skills, with the ability to explain technical topics to non-technical stakeholders * Fluent in English * Experience in code reviews, design, troubleshooting and testing * Ability to use conversational AI systems (like Claude, ChatGPT, and internal chatbots) to support researching, authoring, reviewing, and synthesizing various SDLC artifacts such as TDDs, PRDs, Postmortems, Test Plans, and Proposals Bonus Skills * Experience with public cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP), including connecting SAP to cloud data platforms * Java development experience * Familiarity with data integration/ELT tools and data warehousing concepts * Knowledge of SLT, SAP Datasphere, BW and SAP BTP. ## Description Fivetran and dbt Labs are building data pipelines to power the modern data stack for thousands of companies. Fivetran's SAP connectors move enterprise data out of SAP and into modern data platforms. We're looking for an all-round SAP specialist who combines strong ABAP skills with deep knowledge of SAP outbound interfacing. You'll work on the interfaces and data extraction mechanisms that let Fivetran reliably pull data from SAP ECC and S/4HANA systems, and you'll help customers and internal teams get the most out of them. You will be the SAP specialist within a team of Java developers. Your knowledge and input is crucial to the success of this team. Technologies You'll Use * ABAP programming using traditional SAPGUI as well as Eclipse (or other IDE). * Databases (HANA/Oracle/etc) * Cloud environments (AWS/GCP/MS) * AI tools Claude/Codex/ What You'll Do * Design, build, and maintain high-performance ABAP components (function modules, classes, CDS views, and enhancements) to drive scalable outbound data extraction from SAP systems. * Own and modernize internal SAP test environments to accelerate feature development for current connectors and upcoming public cloud / BTP integrations. * Architect robust outbound interfaces leveraging OData, standard and generic DataSources, ODP/ODQ delta frameworks, and RFC connections. * Optimize data throughput and reliability across ECC and S/4HANA landscapes by diagnosing and resolving extraction performance bottlenecks and delta synchronization issues. * Analyze underlying SAP database structures (HANA and traditional DBs) to unlock efficiency gains and streamline data pipeline performance. * Partner closely with engineering, support, and customers to translate complex business requirements into elegant technical architectures. * Deliver end-to-end support for enterprise clients by troubleshooting complex connectivity, authorization, and configuration challenges in customer SAP environments. * Establish technical design standards, interface specifications, and best practice documentation for internal and external knowledge sharing. * Evaluate and integrate emerging SAP technologies-including SAP Datasphere and BTP-to keep Fivetran's connectors at the forefront of modern data integration., We are committed to ensuring that all candidates have an equal opportunity to participate in our interview process. If you require accommodations at any stage of the process due to a disability, medical condition, or any other circumstance, please don't hesitate to submit your request by filling out this form. We will work with you to provide reasonable accommodations to facilitate your participation and ensure a fair and accessible interview experience. Your request and any information provided will be kept confidential and will not impact your candidacy. We look forward to hearing from you and accommodating your needs to the best of our ability.