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Senior SAP ABAP Developer

KION
Full-time
On-site
Kaunas, Lithuania
€4,500 - €6,600 EUR yearly
Dematic is a global leader in intelligent intralogistics and material handling solutions. For decades, we've been redefining supply chains through innovation, excellence, and advanced automation. With a commitment to progress and people, our inclusive and collaborative culture gives every team member the chance to thrive and leave a meaningful impact on the world of logistics.

We are looking for a Senior SAP ABAP Developer to join our team in Lithuania. In this role, you will design and implement complex Warehouse Control Systems within SAP WM/EWM using advanced ABAP/OO techniques, act as a technical leader within the team, mentor junior developers, and help shape the system architecture and technical direction. You will work across all project phases – from design to post-implementation support – solving challenging technical problems and delivering scalable, high-performance, and reliable solutions in close collaboration with business and key stakeholders. Your work will directly power large-scale automated warehouses used by global customers, where performance, reliability, and real-world operations matter every day.

We offer:

  • Global opportunities that help you grow beyond borders.
  • Environment where you'll work with diverse, forward-thinking, and internationally connected teams.
  • Work on exciting, innovative automation projects worldwide, using industry-leading warehouse systems, intelligent software, and cutting-edge intralogistics technologies.
  • Access to LinkedIn Learning platform and internal talent development programs to encourage and support your professional and personal development.
  • Hybrid work model, modern workspaces available in Kaunas (Kauno Dokas) and Vilnius (SIMBIOCITY).
  • Additional Health Insurance and Pension Accumulation.
  • Eligibility for Annual Incentive Plan.

Learn More Here: https://www.dematic.com/en-gb/about/careers/

The monthly pay range for this role is estimated to be €4500-6600 gross (final compensation will be determined based on your competencies and experience).

Tasks and Qualifications:

What will you do in this role?              

  • Lead the architecture and development of complex SAP EWM/MFS and WM solutions using ABAP/OO and ABAP/4, ensuring high performance, scalability, and maintainability.
  • Define technical concepts and drive complex change requests and strategic improvements across Dematic’s SAP landscape.
  • Act as a subject matter expert for system performance and reliability, leading performance analysis, optimization, and advanced testing (integration, performance, UAT).
  • Oversee and manage commissioning, RampUp, and advanced key user training programs on-site as well as provide support and guidance to project teams throughout the realization and integration phases.
  • Translate complex business requirements into robust technical designs and develop clear architectural and technical documentation.
  • Collaborate with project and technical leads to integrate software components into Dematic warehouse systems, and ensure architectural integrity and adherence to standards.
  • Provide accurate effort estimations and ensure timely, high-quality, and cost-efficient delivery of solutions.
  • Drive continuous improvement and innovation within Dematic’s SAP namespace and add-ons.
  • Mentor and guide junior and mid-level ABAP engineers, supporting their technical growth and career development.

What are we looking for?

  • Educated to degree level (bachelor’s or higher) in Computer Science, Informatics, Information Systems or related technical field. SAP certifications are a plus.
  • 5+ years of proven ABAP development experience, including senior / lead responsibilities on complex SAP projects (SAP EWM / WM preferred).
  • Expert knowledge of ABAP OO / ABAP4 and SAP enhancement techniques (implicit / explicit Enhancements, BAdI, User-Exits, modifications).
  • Deep understanding and ability to apply SAP specific technologies (tRFC, qRFC, bgRFC, ABAP WebServices, IDOC, BAPIs, OData).
  • Extensive experience with integration technologies such as XML / JSON / SOAP / REST / JavaScript, and an understanding of enterprise integration patterns.
  • Advanced ability to connect and architect solutions for sub-systems integration into the SAP landscape (e.g., RF devices, scales, external systems).
  • Expertise in Version Control (e.g., ABAPGit), advanced IDE usage (e.g., SAP WebIDE, Eclipse).
  • Strong leadership and mentoring skills with a collaborative, solution-driven approach to complex problems.
  • Full working proficiency in English. German language skills are a plus.
  • Willingness to travel internationally for up to 20% to support projects.
  • Bonus Points if you: Have knowledge of Warehouse Management Systems, automated material handling processes, and supply chain logistics.