This position is listed on behalf of a partner company, who manages all applications and next steps. Our partner is looking for a Principal, Engineer (Java/SAP) based in Spain.
This is a senior technical leadership opportunity focused on architecting and delivering enterprise software solutions that integrate Java applications with SAP platforms.
You will lead the technical direction of a critical SAP Ariba integration, spanning platform configuration, backend engineering, and data and risk services.
The role combines hands-on software engineering with architecture, technical strategy, and mentorship of a small engineering team.
You will work closely with product, client-facing delivery, and cross-functional teams to shape technical roadmaps and solve complex integration challenges.
Your expertise will help establish scalable development practices, improve system performance and security, and ensure reliable third-party integrations.
The environment values technical excellence, collaboration, knowledge sharing, and pragmatic decision-making across distributed teams.




This is an initial three-month engagement with strong potential for extension and continued work well into 2027.
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Accountabilities
Lead and architect Java and Spring Boot solutions integrating SAP Ariba with backend enrichment, risk, and data services.
Own the technical roadmap for SAP Ariba integrations, covering platform configuration, workflows, custom fields, approval rules, and connector-side engineering.
Provide technical leadership and guidance to a small engineering team responsible for maintaining and enhancing the integration platform.
Drive architectural decisions covering programming patterns, system design, infrastructure, integration approaches, and technical trade-offs.
Serve as the primary technical point of contact for complex SAP Ariba configuration, integration, and troubleshooting challenges.
Design and maintain backend integrations using event-driven architectures, orchestration s

📌 Principal, Engineer (España)
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📍 España