# Expert Development Architect - Data & AI Platforms

Hiring organization: [SAP](https://career.thegoodapps.co/organizations/sap)

Canonical page: https://career.thegoodapps.co/jobs/a28efdcf-89ee-45da-ac35-e7bf2ceff83b

Listed on SAP's own careers site. Applications go to them directly.

- Employment type: full time
- Seniority: Senior
- Location: Palo Alto, CA

## Summary

This is a strategic architecture role shaping SAP's data and AI infrastructure, focused on integrating Apache Iceberg and modern data lakehouse technologies across the enterprise. It suits experienced data architects who can bridge open-source innovation with complex enterprise systems while advising C-level leadership on long-term technical direction.

_Our summary, not SAP's wording._

## Skills named

Apache Flink, Apache Iceberg, Apache Spark, Data Privacy Law (GDPR/CCPA), Databricks, GDPR, MLOps, Retrieval-Augmented Generation (RAG), SAP Analytics Cloud, SAP Datasphere, SAP HANA, Snowflake, Vector Databases

## Required

- 10+ years in data engineering, data architecture, or software engineering
- 3+ years in strategic, enterprise-wide architectural role
- Deep hands-on understanding of Apache Iceberg internals and optimization
- Proven experience with metadata catalog ecosystems
- Strong understanding of AI/ML pipeline data architecture implications
- Experience navigating enterprise security, governance, and compliance requirements
- Ability to communicate complex technical concepts to executives and engineers

## Nice to have

- OCTO or Enterprise Architecture background
- Detailed hands-on knowledge of SAP HANA, Business Data Cloud, and SAP Analytics Cloud
- Expertise with Databricks and Snowflake platforms
- Understanding of Iceberg REST catalog API and Apache Polaris standards
- Experience with cloud networking, IAM integration, and legacy-to-cloud system integration

Apply on SAP's site: https://jobs.sap.com/job/Palo-Alto-Expert-Development-Architect-Data-&-AI-Platforms-CA-94304/1403553833/