Software Engineer

About The Company Thalia Bücher GmbH is a renowned leader in the retail book industry, blending tradition with innovation since its founding in 1919. With over 500 physical stores and a robust e-commerce platform, Thalia has established itself as a modern omnichannel bookseller. The company is committed to delivering an exceptional customer experience through its seamless integration of physical and digital channels. Its digital ecosystem encompasses online shops, mobile applications, inventory management systems, and intelligent solutions for its bookstores, all aimed at enhancing operational efficiency and customer satisfaction. Thalia’s core philosophy revolves around storytelling, not only through its curated book selection but also by fostering a culture of creativity, diversity, and technological advancement. The company values continuous growth and innovation, ensuring it remains at the forefront of the evolving book retail landscape. About The Role We are seeking a highly skilled SAP Software Engineer (m/w/d) with a focus on Financial Accounting (FI) to join our IT team at our Hagen location. In this pivotal role, you will be responsible for developing, customizing, and optimizing SAP solutions that support our core financial processes and contribute to the company’s digital transformation. You will work closely with cross-functional teams to design innovative SAP applications, ensure seamless integration with other systems, and support the migration to SAP S/4HANA. Your expertise will help enhance the efficiency, reliability, and scalability of our SAP environment, directly impacting our ability to deliver excellent service to our customers and streamline internal operations. This role offers an exciting opportunity to be at the forefront of SAP technology implementation within a dynamic retail environment, contributing to Thalia’s ongoing growth and modernization efforts. Qualifications To succeed in this role, candidates should possess a relevant university degree or vocational qualification in IT, Business Administration, Engineering, or a related field. Extensive professional experience in SAP environment, particularly in object-oriented ABAP development, is essential. Proven expertise in SAP modules such as SAP S/4HANA, SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, SAP BW, and SAP HANA is required. Practical knowledge of SAP system customization, maintenance, and optimization is vital, along with experience in integrating SAP with other enterprise systems via web services, REST APIs, and other interfaces. Candidates should demonstrate a positive mindset, analytical thinking, and a structured approach to problem-solving. Excellent communication skills, team orientation, and enthusiasm for emerging technologies are also important. Familiarity with SAP S/4HANA transformation projects is a plus. Responsibilities Develop and enhance SAP IT services, creating applications with modern technologies such as SAP Fiori, SAPUI5, OData-Services, and SAP HANA, ensuring high-quality standards.Maintain and improve existing SAP systems by performing regular updates, optimizations, and troubleshooting to maximize system performance and functionality.Design and implement seamless integration of SAP solutions with other enterprise systems, ensuring data consistency and operational efficiency.Develop, test, and deploy web services, including REST APIs, to facilitate communication between SAP and external applications within and outside the Thalia ecosystem.Participate in the SAP S/4HANA transformation project, contributing technical expertise to migrate and adapt FI systems to the new platform.Collaborate with business stakeholders and technical teams to gather requirements, develop solutions, and ensure successful implementation.Support and troubleshoot SAP FI modules, providing technical guidance and ensuring system stability and compliance with corporate standards. Benefits Thalia offers a comprehensive benefits package designed to support the well-being and professional growth of its employees. Employees enjoy flexible working hours, allowing them to balance work and personal commitments effectively. The hybrid work model provides the flexibility to work remotely up to two days per week, fostering a modern and adaptable working environment. We encourage employee referrals by offering incentives for successful hires, recognizing the value of a strong team. Health and wellness initiatives include regular health days, eye tests, flu vaccinations, and access to free hot beverages and water at our central locations. Employees are entitled to up to 30 days of vacation annually, promoting a healthy work-life balance. Our long-term employment contracts reflect our commitment to stability and career development. Additionally, employees can benefit from discounted meals at our central offices and participate in various training programs to support ongoing professional development. Thalia promotes a culture of diversity, inclusion, and innovation, offering a stimulating environment for all team members. Equal Opportunity At Thalia Bücher GmbH, we are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace. We believe that different perspectives and backgrounds drive creativity and innovation. We welcome applications from individuals of all origins, religions, gender identities, sexual orientations, ages, and abilities. Our hiring practices are based on merit and equal opportunity, and we strive to create a work environment where everyone feels valued and empowered. We also welcome part-time applications, ensuring flexibility for various life circumstances. Join us in shaping the future of retail bookselling in an environment that respects and celebrates diversity.