We are seeking a highly experienced SAP BW/4HANA and BusinessObjects (BO) Architect to lead data and analytics architecture for SAP carve-out/divestiture programs. The role focuses on designing and executing data warehouse separation, reporting transformation, and analytics continuity strategies during complex business separations.
The ideal candidate will bring deep expertise in SAP BW (BW on HANA / BW/4HANA), SAP BusinessObjects BI Suite, and strong experience in data migration, system carve-outs, and enterprise reporting transformation.


Key Responsibilities


1. Data & Analytics Architecture Leadership


Define the target data architecture for carve-out scenarios, including:


BW landscape split or redesign
Reporting and analytics separation strategy




Design scalable BW/4HANA models (InfoObjects, ADSOs, CompositeProviders, Open ODS Views).
Architect BO reporting layer including universes (UNX), Web Intelligence, Crystal Reports.
2. Carve-Out Strategy & Data Separation


Lead analytics workstream for:


Due diligence and data discovery
Day 1 reporting readiness
TSA definition and exit plans




Define approach for:


Selective data extraction for carved-out entities
Historic vs. current data retention strategy




Design logical vs. physical system separation strategies:


Shell BW systems
New BW/4HANA instance vs. carve-out from existing instance


3. SAP BW/4HANA Solution Design


Lead design and optimization of:


Data modeling and ETL/ELT pipelines
Data flows using ODP, SLT, extractors, CDS views




Implement high-performance models leveraging:


HANA pushdown
LSA++ architecture principles




Ensure scalability, performance, and future readiness.
4. SAP BusinessObjects (BO) Architecture


Design and manage BO reporting landscape:


Universe design (IDT/UDT)
Web Intelligence, Lumira, Analysis for Office




Handle BO content separation:


Universe segregation
Report ownership migration




Ensure security model alignment for carved entities.


5. Data Migration & Transformation


Define and execute analytics data migration strategy:


Data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and validation




Ensure consistency between:


Source systems (ECC/S/4HANA)
BW objects and reporting layers




Use tools such as:


SAP Data Services
BW Transport Management
LVM (Landscape Transformation)
6. Integration & Source System Management


Manage BW integration with:


SAP ECC / S/4HANA
Non-SAP data sources (databases, files, APIs)




Ensure continuity of data ingestion pipelines during and after separation.
Handle source system reconfiguration post carve-out.


7. Testing, Cutover & Deployment


Lead:


Data reconciliation testing
BI validation (reports, dashboards)




Define and execute cutover strategy:


Delta data loads
Reporting freeze windows




Support go-live readiness and hypercare support.


8. Security & Compliance


Implement and manage:


Role-based access control in BW and BO
Data-level security (authorization objects, analysis authorizations)




Ensure compliance with:


GDPR, data privacy, and regulatory requirements
9. Stakeholder & Program Collaboration


Work closely with:


Program managers, functional teams, finance/reporting stakeholders
Data governance teams




Conduct workshops to map reporting requirements during separation.
Act as trusted advisor for analytics transformation strategy.


10. Performance Optimization & Governance


Monitor and optimize:


Data load performance
Query execution times




Establish standards for:


Naming conventions
Data models
Reporting frameworks
Required Qualifications


Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in IT, Engineering, or related field.
10–12 years of SAP experience with strong focus on:


SAP BW (7.x, BW on HANA, BW/4HANA)
SAP BusinessObjects BI Suite




Proven experience in SAP carve-out, divestiture, or M&A programs.
Strong knowledge of:


Data warehousing concepts
SAP data extraction mechanisms
Reporting and analytics architectures