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Design, develop, test, and implement IT solutions and processes in IT systems like
applications, platforms and networks through IT changes, projects in line with global Information
Technology (IT) and security guidelines, to support company business requirements to create
company value.
The Functional Engineer in Application Delivery is responsible for detailing design and
hardwiring business requirements as per Architectural and Security guidelines. This is done
through projects, changes and increasingly more through Agile DevOps teams. This requires
high quality Stories (change specifications) and projects changes which will allow Engineers
and/or Developers to translate into code/configuration. The Functional Engineer sees to
properly coordinate, review, approve and execute stories/project changes and has an active
role monitoring status, in (unit)testing and change management once developed, including
organizing sign-off after testing.

The Functional Engineer has an active role in the preparation and execution of the actual
changes together with our partners and external consultants where applicable.
On request, a Functional Engineer can be asked to be involved in solving urgent high priority
incidents and plays a role in process improvements alongside with business.

Responsibilities

Story specification
Translate business requirements into clear detailed designs. Own and develop high quality Stories
(change specifications) and project changes for Engineers and External Consultants to then translate
into code or config and a proposal on a change implementation.

Development & delivery
Guide, coordinate and oversee the preparation and execution and implementation of the (project)
changes and the development of the code/config of Stories. Ensure that all partners follow
established standards (process- & documentation standards, coding and testing standards, naming
conventions etc.). Review, Approve and control the implementation and/or embedding of new,
enhancements and/or modifications of applications, systems and/or solutions.
This results in building sustainable and stable first-time right solutions in a very collaborate team spirit
(also with external service providers) and in an engaging way with stakeholders and consumers of
the solutions. Solutions are built according to the Architectural and Security principles and changes
are timely & adequately prepared & documented and/or code works as intended.

Testing
Own testing of changes or stories, and/or actively oversee testing by business. Develop test scripts,
examine test outcomes, sign off for unit testing and coordinate business sign off for Application
Delivery related testing. Contribute to test planning and test management for a specific release.
Resulting in, changes and/or code are properly and timely tested.

Incident management
Perform functional or technical problem analysis in case of incidents or issues as needed depending
on the severity of the problem. Perform root cause analysis, document these and share findings.
Deploy (or oversee deployment) of updates and fixes. To ensure that issues, incidents, and problems
are swiftly and effectively resolved.

Process management and improvement
Monitor, guard, test and analyze that the use and security of applications and systems regarding the
functional and performance aspects are in line with the agreed performance indicators, and if
necessary, take measures. Actively contribute to process improvement: e.g., tool development,
dashboard/insight development and visualization, script automation. Has a good view of the technical
state of the application (technical debt) and regularly discuss and works seamlessly together with the
(domain)Architect to develop plans to resolve the technical debt.
Resulting in, available and optimally performing applications and IT infrastructure for the business
and, DevOps process, tooling and dashboards are continuously improving.

Project support
Support a project manager by taking ownership of specific project deliverables (specifications, config,
testing, etc.). Define, plan, manage and participate in assigned project deliverables from the own
functional or technical domain, in accordance with the IT project manager and involved business
project owners. Resulting in, efficient and effective realization of project deliverables

What do you need to have to be successful in this role?

Minimum 5 years of experience as SAP consultant in the following areas
• SAP modules LE and WM
• Development of integration with 3rd party applications such are logistics service providers. 
• Configuration (build)
• ABAP development experience is a plus
• Understanding of related business processes.
• Ability to collaborate with business stakeholders and translate business needs into IT solutions
• Understanding of impact the SAP solution on business stakeholders

What do we offer in return?

It’s a two-way street. This means that we offer not only a competitive salary but also believe in a healthy work-life balance.
• Above average number of annual holidays: 46
• Participation in the AkzoNobel pension plan
• 13th month
• Travel expenses to and from work
• Opportunities for ongoing education and professional development
• Hybrid way of working (60/40)
• Being part of events and networking platforms
• Paint with a discount

We aim to create a sense of belonging, where everyone can share their diverse backgrounds, participate in events, and connect through networking platforms.