Python Software 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.

What you will work on:

We are looking for a (Mid to Senior) Python Software Developer interested in growing their skillset into the gen/agenticAI space. You will learn the necessary skills over time to drive (gen)AI development and lead a dedicated engineering scrum team as technical code and architecture owner. You must bring an exceptional base layer of Python Software Engineering Skills and a radical learning mindset for new (AI) topics.

The Role:

You’ll collaborate with engineers, the AI platform teams, and stakeholders to help move AI projects from proof-of-concept to production with mentorship from experienced AI engineers. You’ll own component- and project-level code and architecture, implement integrations into our AI-first tech stack, and help ensure strong design, testing, and deployment practices. Prior AI experience is not mandatory — we value strong Python and engineering fundamentals, curiosity about generative AI, and a commitment to learning on the job.

Responsibilities:

• Operationalize proofs-of-concept into robust, production-quality AI services, ensuring scalability and maintainability with platform and business partners
• Prototype and design GenAI/agentic solutions that meet business needs
• Implement CI/CD, testing, deployment, monitoring, and MLOps/LLMOps practices
• Own component- and project-level code, architecture, and production reliability
• Mentor junior engineers and promote practical AI engineering best practices
• Continuously develop AI engineering expertise by learning new skills and applying them to improve solutions, tooling, and operational practices

What you bring:

• Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
• Strong Python skills
• Experience with backend frameworks (Flask, Django, FastAPI, etc.)
• Solid grasp of software engineering principles and agile teamwork
• Familiarity with tools like Docker, Kubernetes, GitHub, VSCode, Linux
• Exposure to CI/CD and ML Ops (Jenkins, GitHub Actions, MLFlow)
• Cloud experience (Azure ML, Databricks, AWS/GCP equivalents)
• Fluent English and a collaborative mindset
• Understanding of Agile/SAFe methodologies

Nice to have but not a must:

• Knowledge of Distributed Computing Systems for Big Data Engineering such as Databricks (PySpark/Scala)
• Hands-on experience with genAI / agenticAI frameworks such as crewAI, langgraph, etc.
• Expertise in code-based LLM consumption from platforms like OpenAI or Huggingface
• Curiosity to explore different AI applications and emerging technologies
• Experience with SAP AI offerings such as AI Core, AI Business Services, Joule

These skills are a plus. If you don’t have experience in all these areas— we’ll provide the resources and training you need to become a leader in cutting-edge AI technologies.

Where you belong:

SAP’s CPIT Product, Data & Technology organization—our tech powerhouse and internal trailblazer. As SAP’s reference customer, we shape product strategy and fuel enterprise transformation with real-world insights. Our Enterprise AI Center of Excellence is leading the charge in embedding AI into business processes, powered by high-quality data and next-gen search architecture.

We’re also part of SAP Intelligent Enterprise Solutions (IES), where we build and run AI platforms, custom solutions, and digital assistants that simplify work across SAP. As customer zero, we influence product development and deliver business value through AI.

We work in agile, autonomous teams with a culture of trust, creativity, and continuous learning. If you're passionate about AI and want to help shape the future of enterprise technology—this is the place to be.

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, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.

Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process.

Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Requisition ID: 432840 | Work Area: Software-Design and Development | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Professional | Employment Type: Regular Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid