SAP Cloud Infrastructure Architect

Job description

Life. Unlimited. At Smith+Nephew we design and manufacture technology that takes the limits off living. Are you ready to shape the future of SAP in a truly global, cloud first organisation? As our SAP Cloud Infrastructure Architect, you will play a critical role in designing and evolving how SAP workloads operate across hybrid and Microsoft Azure environments. This is a high impact position where you will work at the intersection of cloud, security, networking, and enterprise SAP platforms, influencing strategic direction while staying hands on with cutting edge technologies. What will you be doing? - Act as lead infrastructure architect for SAP workloads covering Azure hosting, connectivity, security, and platform services - Define and maintain SAP cloud architecture patterns, reference designs, and guardrails aligned with Cloud COE standards - Partner with SAP COE and application teams to translate SAP requirements into scalable, secure, and supportable infrastructure designs - Ensure SAP platforms meet non-functional requirements including availability, performance, DR, and compliance - Review and approve vendor and partner designs related to SAP infrastructure and hosting - Contribute to technology roadmaps impacting SAP platforms - Provide architectural input into EARS, security reviews, and governance forums for SAP initiatives What will you need to be successful? Success in this role comes from combining deep technical expertise with strong collaboration and a forward thinking mindset. You will be someone who can influence stakeholders, translate business needs into architecture, and drive consistency across complex environments. Proven experience designing and operating SAP workloads in Azure or hybrid cloud environments Strong background in cloud or infrastructure architecture within large enterprise settings Ability to define architecture patterns and ensure solutions meet performance, resilience, and compliance standards Confidence working cross functionally with technical and non technical stakeholders to guide decision making The anticipated base compensation range for this position is 251 000,00 PLN - 376 250,00 PLN gross annually. The actual base pay offered to the successful candidate will be based on objective, job-related factors including (but not limited to) relevant skills, qualifications, and experience, scope and responsibilities of the role, geographic location, and internal equity considerations. Compensation decisions are made using consistent and gender-neutral criteria, in line with applicable pay transparency laws. This role has been evaluated within our internal job architecture and mapped to a defined pay band to ensure consistency and fairness. You. Unlimited. We believe in creating the greatest good for society. Our Strongest investments are in our people and patients we serve. Inclusion & Belonging: Committed to Welcoming, Celebrating and Thriving on Inclusion and Belonging, Learn more about our Employee Inclusion Groups on our website Your Future: Generous annual bonus, life insurance, Save As You Earn share options. Work/Life Balance: Flexible Vacation and Time Off, Paid Holidays and Paid Volunteering Hours, so we can give back to our communities! Your Wellbeing: Private Health and Dental plans, multisport card/my benefit platform and much more. Flexibility: Hybrid Working Model (For most professional roles). Training: Hands-On, Team-Customised, Mentorship, subsidies for language classes, certifications and postgraduate studies Stay connected by joining our Talent Community . We're more than just a company - we're a community! Follow us on LinkedIn to see how we support and empower our employees and patients every day. Check us out on Glassdoor for a glimpse behind the scenes and a sneak peek into You. Unlimited. , life, culture, and benefits at S+N. Explore our website and learn more about our mission, our team, and the opportunities we offer.