SAP Fiori Frontend Architect

SAP Fiori Frontend Architect

Today, Lonza is a global leader in life sciences operating across three continents. While we work in science, there’s no magic formula to how we do it. Our greatest scientific solution is dedicated people working together, devising ideas that help businesses to help people. In exchange, we let our people own their careers. Their ideas, big and small, genuinely improve the world. And that’s the kind of work we want to be part of.

As part of our ongoing pursuit of excellence, we will be kicking off a significant Transformation Project to introduce S/4HANA, and as such we have created several positions to support this enterprise project (Project Nexus).

Role Purpose:

The SAP Fiori Frontend Architect is responsible for designing and implementing user interfaces and front-end solutions for the S/4HANA ERP transformation project. This role requires expertise in SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, and modern web development technologies to create intuitive and responsive user experiences that align with business needs. The SAP Frontend Architect will collaborate with business stakeholders, UX designers, backend developers, and other IT teams to ensure seamless integration of the front-end components with the overall SAP landscape.

This position offers the opportunity to work on a high-impact ERP transformation project with exposure to cutting-edge SAP technologies. The role is critical to ensuring that the organization leverages S/4HANA to drive business value and operational efficiency.

Key responsibilities:

• Design the architecture of frontend solutions for the S/4HANA ERP system, ensuring they are scalable, maintainable, and aligned with the organization's technology standards.
• Define and implement standards for SAP Fiori design guidelines, SAPUI5 components, and other frontend technologies to ensure consistency across all applications.
• Lead the development and implementation of SAP Fiori apps and other front-end solutions using SAPUI5, HTML5, CSS, JavaScript, and related technologies.
• Ensure that the design and functionality of user interfaces support an optimal user experience, reducing complexity and improving productivity.
• Optimize front-end performance by minimizing load times, improving responsiveness, and ensuring efficient use of resources.
• Implement security best practices in the design and development of front-end solutions, including data protection, user authentication, and authorization
• Stay updated with the latest trends and best practices in front-end development, particularly in the context of SAP technologies.
• Identify opportunities for improving the user experience and enhancing the functionality of front-end solutions.

Key requirements:

• Proven experience in designing and developing SAP Fiori apps and SAPUI5 applications in large-scale SAP implementation projects.
• Strong knowledge of HTML5, CSS3, JavaScript, and modern web development frameworks.
• Expertise in SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, and OData services.
• Proficiency in responsive web design, cross-browser compatibility, and front-end performance optimization.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills, with a focus on attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Every day, Lonza’s products and services have a positive impact on millions of people. For us, this is not only a great privilege, but also a great responsibility. How we achieve our business results is just as important as the achievements themselves. At Lonza, we respect and protect our people and our environment. Any success we achieve is no success at all if not achieved ethically.

We want to attract the best talent and recognize that they are not always available full-time. At Lonza, we will consider requests for flexible working hours. Please talk to us during the interview process about the flexibility you may need. (50% min).

People come to Lonza for the challenge and creativity of solving complex problems and developing new ideas in life sciences. In return, we offer the happiness that comes with improving lives all around the world. The happiness that comes with making a meaningful difference.