As Principal SAP Infrastructure & Release Lead, you are responsible for the group-wide infrastructure, deployment and release governance of the Implico Group.
You ensure that our product architectures are not only conceptually sound, but can also be delivered in a scalable, stable, and cost-efficient manner. You build the structural foundations for professional CI/CD processes, modern cloud infrastructures, and a controlled release organization.
Your Responsibilities
End-to-end release cycle governance using SAP ChaRM or SAP Cloud ALM across Private Cloud, Public Cloud, and SAP BTP landscapes
Transport governance and landscape management across development, quality, and production environments
Definition and ownership of quality gates, release readiness criteria, and environment strategies
Cutover planning, go-live coordination, and post-release stabilization in close collaboration with Engineering and Architecture teams
Group-wide standardization of release processes and governance frameworks aligned to the SAP release framework and Clean Core principles
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CI/CD & Deployment Governance in a Hybrid Model
Definition and introduction of group-wide CI/CD standards
Design and further development of deployment architectures (SAP Private Cloud, Public Cloud, SAP BTP) and Clean-Core compliance
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Cloud Infrastructure & Scalability
Building scalable cloud infrastructures across all product lines
Definition of monitoring, observability, and security standards in the delivery process
Ensuring technical delivery capability in close coordination with Technical Architects
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Cost & Platform Responsibility
Active cloud cost management and transparency over infrastructure costs
Establishing cost-conscious architecture and deployment principles
Member of the Architecture Board with responsibility for the overall cost and delivery perspective
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Building the Platform Engineering Team
Contribute to the conception and progressive establishment of a scalable Platform Engineering structure
Support the technical development and growth of DevOps capabilities within the Engineering organization
Organizational Classification
- Group-wide responsibility across all product lines
- Principal-Level role
- Member of the Architecture Board
- Close collaboration with CTO, Enterprise Architects, Technical Architects and Director AI Engineering
Required
- Proven hands-on experience in SAP Release Management — including end-to-end release cycle ownership, ChaRM or SAP Cloud ALM governance, transport management, and environment strategy
- Experience building and operating modern cloud infrastructures within a SAP hybrid landscape (Private Cloud, Public Cloud, SAP BTP)
- Solid understanding of CI/CD principles and deployment governance within a SAP environment
- Strong understanding of cloud cost models and infrastructure optimization
- Experience in standardizing and governing technical release processes at scale
- High technical credibility and a structured, assertive working style
Preferred
- Experience with containerization and scalable deployment architectures (e.g. Docker, Kubernetes)
- Background in building or growing a DevOps or Platform Engineering team
- Familiarity with SAP Cloud ALM or successor tooling for release and operations management
- Experience with CI/CD toolchains such as Jenkins, GitHub Actions, or ArgoCD
Why This Role Matters
You create the foundation for scalable product development without linear cost growth. Through stable releases, professional deployment structures, and active cost management, you sustainably improve the predictability, efficiency, and margin quality of the Implico Group.
Welcome to the Implico Group!
We manage supply chains in the oil and gas industry worldwide and are recognized as a global market leader thanks to our innovative (cloud) software solutions and comprehensive consulting expertise. We are trusted by major refineries, gas station and tank farm operators for their IT solutions. We support the industry in the development of liquid and gaseous fuels and renewable energies. We look back with pride on 40 years of company history and are ready for new milestones. Together with you, we want to further advance our goals and drive forward the digitalization of the industry.
