SAP BTP - Automation Pilot Engineer
WebPro Developers · India
- Hybrid
- Other
- $120,000 / year
- India
Job highlights
- Design and implement automated SAP BTP workflows.
- Reduce manual effort via event-driven automation.
- Build and manage automation runbooks.
- Integrate with SAP Alert Notification Service.
- Collaborate with DevOps and Cloud Operations.
About the role
SAP BTP Automation Pilot Engineer
We are looking for an experienced SAP Automation Pilot Engineer to design and implement automated operational workflows on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP). The candidate will focus on reducing manual effort through event-driven automation, scheduled runbooks, and auto-remediation, helping teams maintain system stability and uptime with minimal human intervention. This role is focused on the SAP Automation Pilot tool for DevOps/BTP Ops, not SAP Build Process Automation (SBPA) or RPA.
Key Responsibilities
- Build and manage automation runbooks using SAP Automation Pilot for operational tasks such as service restarts, health checks, log collection, and cache clearing.
- Integrate automation workflows with SAP Alert Notification Service for event-triggered execution.
- Develop scheduled and on-demand automation procedures for routine SAP BTP maintenance.
- Work with DevOps and Cloud Operations teams to identify and automate repetitive manual tasks.
- Monitor automation executions, handle failures, and improve runbook reliability over time.
- Maintain documentation for automation workflows, triggers, and operational procedures.
- Lead the SAP automation pilot program for identified business processes.
- Analyze existing SAP workflows and identify automation opportunities.
- Design and implement process automation solutions across SAP modules.
- Build proof of concepts (POCs), pilot bots, and automation workflows.
- Work with business stakeholders to define automation scope, KPIs, and success metrics.
- Integrate automation solutions with SAP ECC / S4HANA environments.
- Support UAT, deployment, and hypercare during pilot rollout.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams on process optimization and automation roadmap.
- Ensure proper documentation, governance, and transition support.
- Recommend scale-up opportunities post successful pilot completion.
Required Skills
- 4–5 years of experience in SAP BTP operations or cloud infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience with SAP Automation Pilot runbooks, commands, and scheduled executions.
- Good understanding of SAP BTP architecture and services.
- Experience with REST API integrations and SAP BTP service connectivity.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills.
- Good communication and remote collaboration skills.
- Strong experience in SAP Automation Pilot / SAP Process Automation initiatives.
- Hands-on expertise in SAP Intelligent RPA / SAP Build Process Automation.
- Experience with workflow automation, bot orchestration, and attended/unattended automation.
- Strong understanding of SAP business processes.
- Experience with test automation for SAP applications.
- Knowledge of API integrations, RFC/BAPI, IDocs, and SAP connectors.
- Exposure to process mining and automation discovery tools.
- Strong stakeholder communication and remote collaboration skills.
Preferred (Bonus) Skills:
- Exposure to SAP Cloud ALM or SAP operations monitoring tools.
- Basic scripting knowledge (JavaScript or similar).
- Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.
- Awareness of the broader SAP Build portfolio owners to streamline operations and improve efficiency through intelligent automation.
- Experience with UiPath / Automation Anywhere / Blue Prism integrated with SAP.
- Exposure to SAP S/4HANA transformation programs.
- Knowledge of AI-assisted process automation.
- Experience in OCR, document workflows, invoice automation, or approval automation.
- Familiarity with Power Automate or low-code workflow platforms.
- Basic knowledge of GenAI-enabled enterprise automation use cases.
Key skills/competency
- SAP BTP
- Automation Pilot
- DevOps
- Cloud Operations
- Runbooks
- REST API
- Workflow Automation
- SAP ECC
- S/4HANA
- Process Mining
Skills & topics
- SAP BTP
- Automation Pilot
- DevOps
- Cloud Operations
- Runbooks
- SAP Operations
- BTP Engineer
- Automation Engineer
- SAP Automation
- Remote Job
How to get hired
- Tailor your resume: Highlight your 4-5 years of SAP BTP operations experience and specific SAP Automation Pilot skills.
- Craft a compelling cover letter: Emphasize your problem-solving abilities and remote collaboration skills for this SAP BTP role.
- Prepare for technical questions: Be ready to discuss SAP BTP architecture, REST API integrations, and runbook development.
- Showcase automation expertise: Discuss your experience in automating operational tasks and integrating with SAP systems like ECC/S4HANA.
- Network virtually: Engage with WebPro Developers employees on LinkedIn to understand their culture and hiring needs.
Technical preparation
Master SAP Automation Pilot runbooks and commands.,Practice SAP BTP service connectivity and REST APIs.,Familiarize with SAP Alert Notification Service.,Understand SAP BTP architecture and services.
Behavioral questions
Describe a complex automation challenge you solved.,How do you collaborate with remote teams effectively?,Explain how you identify automation opportunities.,How do you handle automation failures and improve reliability?
Frequently asked questions
- What is the primary focus of the SAP BTP Automation Pilot Engineer role at WebPro Developers?
- The primary focus is to design and implement automated operational workflows on SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP) using the SAP Automation Pilot tool. This involves reducing manual effort, enhancing system stability, and minimizing human intervention through event-driven automation and scheduled runbooks.
- Is this role related to SAP Build Process Automation (SBPA) or RPA?
- No, this role is specifically focused on the SAP Automation Pilot tool for DevOps/BTP Operations. It is not directly involved with SAP Build Process Automation (SBPA) or Robotic Process Automation (RPA).
- What are the key responsibilities for an SAP BTP Automation Pilot Engineer?
- Key responsibilities include building and managing automation runbooks, integrating workflows with SAP Alert Notification Service, developing scheduled maintenance procedures, automating manual tasks, monitoring automation executions, and maintaining documentation.
- What level of experience is required for this SAP BTP Automation Pilot Engineer position?
- The required experience is 4-5 years in SAP BTP operations or cloud infrastructure, with hands-on experience specifically with SAP Automation Pilot runbooks and executions.
- Are there any preferred skills that would make a candidate stand out for this role?
- Preferred skills include exposure to SAP Cloud ALM or SAP operations monitoring tools, basic scripting knowledge (JavaScript), familiarity with DevOps practices, and awareness of the broader SAP Build portfolio.
- How does WebPro Developers use SAP Automation Pilot for business processes?
- WebPro Developers utilizes SAP Automation Pilot to lead automation programs for identified business processes, analyze existing workflows, design and implement solutions across SAP modules, and build POCs and pilot bots.
- What is the importance of SAP ECC / S4HANA integration in this role?
- Integration with SAP ECC / S4HANA environments is important as the role involves designing and implementing process automation solutions that may need to connect with these core SAP systems.
- What kind of collaboration is expected for this SAP BTP Automation Pilot Engineer role?
- Collaboration is expected with DevOps and Cloud Operations teams to identify and automate tasks, as well as with business stakeholders to define scope and metrics. Cross-functional team collaboration on process optimization is also key.
- Does this SAP BTP Automation Pilot Engineer role require specific scripting knowledge?
- While not strictly required, basic scripting knowledge, such as JavaScript or similar, is considered a preferred or bonus skill for this role.
- How can I apply for the SAP BTP Automation Pilot Engineer job at WebPro Developers?
- You can apply by sharing your resume at uzma.parkar@webprodevelopers.com. Ensure your resume highlights your relevant experience in SAP BTP, Automation Pilot, and related operational tasks.