Senior SAP Data Services Developer

Company:

Boeing Defence United Kingdom Limited

Boeing delivers leading-edge platforms, technology, services, and capabilities to bring the best value to the Ministry of Defence and UK national security services.

Employing more than 1,800 people, Boeing Defence UK provides long-term support for more than 120 Boeing military rotary-wing and fixed-wing aircrafts in the UK. For example, the Chinook and Apache helicopters, and the Poseidon and C-17 airplanes. Our support ranges from mission critical Logistics Information Services, next generation in-flight digital tools, to aircraft and operational modelling and simulation methodology.

Leveraging our established defence business in the UK, and blending our local expertise with our ‘One Boeing’ global approach, Boeing Defence UK is well positioned to support the UK with its current and future defence and security challenges.

The Role

Please note: this role is subject to successful Contract Award.

An opportunity has arisen for a highly flexible and motivated senior level System Designs and Integration Specialist for the programs Middleware team, building, supporting, and evolving Middleware platforms within a wide range of MOD and Government based programs. Provide technical expertise in a variety of technologies to a multi-site program team.

The successful candidate will be involved in the design, development, testing, implementation and support of a sophisticated integration solution and management of associated system components. You will possess technical experience of SAP Data Services, ideally with experience in designing and developing integration applications using the product.

The position requires cross team coordination and leadership with separate, but tightly coupled development and architecture teams, infrastructure support teams, key suppliers, and other Boeing programs applying the same technologies. 

Preferred Skills/Experience:

The ideal candidate we’re looking for has the following skills;

ETL Development: Design and implement Extract, Transform, Load (ETL) processes using SAP Data Services.Data Quality Management: Develop and implement data quality rules and validation processes.Job Scheduling: Create and manage job schedules for data integration tasks.Performance Tuning: Optimize data flows and processes for performance improvements.Script Development: Write custom scripts using Data Services scripting language for complex transformations.Integration: Integrate SAP Data Services with various data sources and targets, including databases, flat files, and cloud servicesRequirements Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather and analyse data integration requirements.Solution Design: Design data integration solutions that meet business needs and align with best practices.Technical Documentation: Create and maintain technical documentation for data integration processes and solutions.Best Practices: Provide guidance on best practices for data management and integration.Troubleshooting: Assist in troubleshooting data-related issues and provide solutions.Knowledge Sharing: Facilitate knowledge sharing sessions and training for team members on SAP Data Services.Prioritization: Effectively prioritize tasks and projects based on urgency and business impact.Code Reviews: Conduct code reviews to ensure quality and adherence to standards.Technical guidance: Provide the project with guidance and best practice to future proof the solution.

The jobholder must not be constrained by a rigid job specification and be willing to pick up additional duties as necessary. They must be hard-working and “hands on” in their approach and possess excellent written and verbal communication skills. They must be comfortable interacting with colleagues at all levels within the organization and be confident representing BDUK and teaming with the MOD and government partners.

This comprehensive list reflects the multifaceted role of a SAP Data Services Mid-level Developer, emphasizing technical skills, consulting capabilities, team dynamics, and the ability to perform under pressure within tight deadlines.

The role may require travel within the UK.

Becoming a Boeing Defence UK Employee

As a Boeing Defence UK employee, you’ll have the freedom to choose a healthy work-life balance through flexible working arrangements and incentive programmes, and you’ll have access to a range of resources and tools to support your professional growth, health, and wellbeing.

The Boeing benefits package goes above and beyond, focusing on your physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing. Here’s a snapshot of what we offer:

Competitive salary, with annual incentive plans, including access to a pension plan with up to 10% employer contribution.Access to a wide-range of free learning courses and tools to support your professional development.Diverse and inclusive culture, with a range of societies that you can get involved in.Annual leave entitlement of 23 days, plus UK public holidays and a Winter Break between Christmas and New Year.Company-paid private healthcare medical plan (BUPA Medical Plan) and annual health assessment entitlement.Enhanced sickness pay.Business-leading maternity, paternity, and shared parental leave. Access to a life insurance entitlement of six times your annual salary.Access to a wide-range of physical, emotional, financial, and social wellbeing programmes, tools, and incentives.

 

Security Clearance and Eligibility

Important information regarding this role: This role is for a locally hired position in the UK and candidates must have current legal authorisation to work immediately in the UK. Boeing will not attempt to obtain immigration and / or labour sponsorship for any applicants. Benefits and pay are determined at the local level and are not part of Boeing US based payroll.

Please note that this role will require you to undergo a security clearance check (Security Check [SC]; please view further information about this here).

Language Requirements:

Not Applicable

Education:

Not Applicable

Relocation:

Relocation assistance is not a negotiable benefit for this position.

Security Clearance:

This position requires the ability to obtain United Kingdom Security Check.

Visa Sponsorship:

Employer will not sponsor applicants for employment visa status.

Contingent Upon Award Program

The position is contingent upon program award

Shift:

Not a Shift Worker (United Kingdom)