Developer

Job Description

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.

NOTE: this position will be based from our San Ramon, CA office following our hybrid working model of in-office 3 days a week. Relocation assistance is not available for this role.

Bring it.

We're looking for individuals who bring their unique skills, passion, and curiosity to the table. You'll thrive here if you:

• Have 3+ years of professional experience in software development.
• Have a strong foundation in Java (core language) with hands-on experience building backend services using Spring Boot.
• Have practical experience with containerization using Docker and orchestration with Kubernetes in production environments.
• Are proficient with relational databases (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, or HANA) — including schema design, query optimization, and migrations.
• Have working experience with Scrum and Agile development practices, including sprint planning, backlog refinement, and retrospectives.
• Have experience with observability and monitoring using tools such as Splunk and Dynatrace — including log analysis, dashboarding, alerting, and application performance management.
• Have a solid understanding of Large Language Models (LLMs) — what they are, how they work, and their practical applications in software products.
• Have a basic understanding of LLM Agents — including agentic architectures, tool use, and how agent-based systems are designed and developed.
• Have experience with prompt engineering — including crafting effective system prompts, few-shot examples, chain-of-thought techniques, and iterating on prompts to optimize LLM output quality and reliability.
• Are proficient in using AI-powered coding tools such as GitHub Copilot and Claude to accelerate development, improve code quality, and enhance productivity.
• Possess strong problem-solving skills with a track record of customer issue resolution — able to diagnose, triage, and resolve production issues efficiently.
• Demonstrate a willingness to learn and adapt to new technologies and methodologies.
• Have a solid understanding of software development principles, including version control systems (e.g., Git), CI/CD pipelines, and debugging techniques.
• Are eager to collaborate and communicate effectively with cross-functional teams.

Build it.

As a Developer, you'll be empowered to create solutions that make a difference. Your responsibilities will include:

• Designing, developing, and maintaining scalable and efficient software applications using Java and Spring Boot.
• Writing clean, maintainable, and well-documented code — leveraging AI coding assistants to boost velocity without compromising quality.
• Building and deploying services in containerized environments using Docker and Kubernetes.
• Designing and optimizing relational database schemas and queries to support high-performance applications.
• Setting up and maintaining observability — including logging, monitoring, and alerting with Splunk and Dynatrace — to ensure system reliability and rapid incident response.
• Investigating and resolving customer-reported issues with a focus on root-cause analysis and long-term fixes.
• Applying prompt engineering techniques to design, test, and refine prompts for LLM-powered features — ensuring consistent, accurate, and safe model outputs.
• Exploring and integrating LLM-based capabilities and agentic patterns into existing and new product features.
• Collaborating with product managers, designers, and other developers to deliver high-quality solutions within Scrum ceremonies.
• Testing and debugging applications to ensure optimal performance and reliability.
• Continuously improving existing systems and processes to enhance user experience.
• Staying updated on emerging technologies — especially in the AI/LLM space — and contributing innovative ideas to the team.

Belong.

At SAP, we believe in fostering a culture where everyone feels valued and empowered to succeed. You'll belong here if you:

• Are excited to work in a diverse and inclusive environment.
• Value teamwork and are eager to share knowledge and learn from others.
• Are motivated to contribute to meaningful projects that impact businesses and communities globally.
• Believe in the power of collaboration and innovation to drive change.

Why SAP?

At SAP, we're committed to helping you grow your career while making a difference. You'll have access to world-class learning opportunities, cutting-edge tools, and a supportive network of colleagues. Together, we'll shape the future of technology and create solutions that improve lives.

Ready to bring your skills, build innovative solutions, and belong to a community that values you? Apply now!

Added prompt engineering in two places:

• Bring it — as a skill expectation covering system prompts, few-shot examples, chain-of-thought, and iterative prompt refinement.
• Build it — as a responsibility for designing, testing, and refining prompts for LLM-powered features with emphasis on consistency, accuracy, and safety.

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.

We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: Careers@sap.com.

For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.

Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Compensation Range Transparency: SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted combined range for this position is 106900 - 229400(USD) USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits.

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Requisition ID: 448699 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid