Job Description & Details
The demand for SAP expertise is soaring as companies modernize their enterprise systems, making SAP Basis roles more critical than ever. An on‑site SAP Basis Administrator position in Lawrenceville offers you the chance to manage complex landscapes and drive performance for large enterprises. This role is a perfect fit for seasoned professionals looking to deepen their SAP infrastructure skill set.
Job Summary
We are seeking an experienced SAP Basis Administrator to own the end‑to‑end administration of SAP environments, including installations, upgrades, patching, performance tuning, and disaster recovery. The role requires deep knowledge of SAP on Oracle, Unix/Linux/Windows platforms, and hands‑on experience with large, multi‑instance landscapes. You will collaborate with infrastructure and application teams to ensure high availability, security, and optimal system performance.
Top 3 Critical Skills Table
| Skill | Why it's critical | Mastery Level |
|---|---|---|
| SAP Basis Administration (install, upgrade, patch, troubleshoot) | Core responsibility; ensures system stability and continuous business operations. | Senior |
| Oracle Database Administration (19c preferred) | SAP performance and data integrity rely heavily on a well‑tuned Oracle DB. | Senior |
| HA/DR, Backup & Recovery (MS Failover, SSL, etc.) | Guarantees business continuity and compliance with SLAs during outages. | Senior |
Interview Preparation
- Explain the end‑to‑end steps you follow when performing an SAP system upgrade.
What the interviewer is looking for: Understanding of pre‑upgrade checks, backup strategy, transport management, post‑upgrade validation, and rollback plans. - How do you tune Oracle for optimal SAP performance?
What the interviewer is looking for: Knowledge of SGA/PGA sizing, use of AWR/ASH reports, index management, and handling of large tablespaces. - Describe your approach to designing a High‑Availability (HA) architecture for SAP on Oracle.
What the interviewer is looking for: Experience with MS Failover Cluster, RAC, shared storage, and failover testing procedures. - What steps do you take to secure SAP communications using SSL certificates?
What the interviewer is looking for: Certificate generation, import into SAP Trust Manager, configuration of HTTPS, and validation of encrypted channels. - Can you walk us through a recent incident where you performed a system refresh or client copy?
What the interviewer is looking for: Ability to plan downtime, copy data, adjust client‑specific settings, and verify functional integrity after the refresh.
Resume Optimization
- SAP Basis Administration
- Oracle 19c Database Administration
- System Upgrades & Patching
- HA/DR and MS Failover Cluster
- SSL Certificate Implementation
- SAP Landscape Performance Tuning
- UNIX (AIX) / Linux (Red Hat) Administration
- Windows Server Management
- SAP OSS, System Refresh, Client Copy
- SAP Modules: ECC, BI, EP, CRM, SRM, BOBJ, JAVA
Application Strategy
When reaching out to the recruiter, send a concise email that starts with a friendly greeting, attaches your updated resume, and clearly highlights your most relevant experience. Explicitly mention your top skills—such as SAP Basis Administration, Oracle DB tuning, and HA/DR implementation—and reference any projects where you led upgrades or large‑scale landscape migrations. Tailor your message to show how your background aligns with the responsibilities listed in the job description.
Career Roadmap
| Current Role | Typical Experience | Core Focus | Next Position |
|---|---|---|---|
| SAP Basis Administrator | 5‑8 years SAP Basis, Oracle, HA/DR | System stability, upgrades, performance | Senior SAP Basis Administrator |
| Senior SAP Basis Administrator | 8‑12 years, multi‑instance landscapes | Architecture design, large projects | SAP Basis Lead / Architect |
| SAP Basis Lead / Architect | 12+ years, strategic roadmap | Enterprise‑wide SAP strategy, cross‑team leadership | SAP Solutions Architect / Director of Infrastructure |