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.

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, orche

📌 Principal, Engineer (España)
🏢 Jobgether
📍 España