An SAP developer is responsible for the development, adaptation and optimization of SAP software solutions. This includes working on various modules and functions in the SAP system or the functional extensions of GOpus solutions.
Internally, SAP developers at GOpus GmbH are called ABAP experts because you work as an expert in the ABAP programming language. You analyze tasks from development orders and program customer-specific modifications to the SAP systems, your own GOpus solutions or functional extensions for GOpus solutions. The development of optimizations for existing SAP modules and the integration of new applications into the customer system are also part of your core tasks, as is the maintenance of the running system and error analysis and troubleshooting. You do your work mainly in the office or from home and work in a team with colleagues from consulting, marketing and sales.

In order to remain competitive, it is becoming increasingly important for companies to react quickly to changes in today's digital world. However, according to the Boston Consulting Group's "Future of Jobs" report, Germany will be short of over a million IT specialists by 2030 to ensure successful digitalization. IT consultants or developers who help companies adapt their business processes to the requirements of the new world of work are particularly sought after.

But why are SAP developers so urgently needed right now? On the one hand, more and more companies are relying on digital solutions from SAP in order to keep up with the competition. On the other hand, support for the classic ERP system SAP ECC will expire in 2027 and almost 88 percent of companies that work with SAP ERP are planning to switch to the new cloud-based release S/4HANA. There is currently a shortage of specialists who can support companies in introducing the new software solution.

At GOpus GmbH there is no prescribed career path, but we are always looking for individual talents and qualifications.
If you want to build a solid foundation for an SAP development position, a university degree in classic subjects such as business administration, (business) IT, industrial engineering or logistics can be a sensible choice. However, applicants without a degree are also interesting for us, as universities rarely offer SAP-specific training and it is more important to have basic business knowledge and SAP skills and to prove this with recognized certificates.

There are many vacancies that can be filled without an academic degree or professional experience, which is why we at GOpus GmbH are increasingly relying on qualified career changers and practical knowledge in IT professions.

To qualify as an SAP developer, you can take an IT specialist retraining course or further training that focuses on professional practice. Through practical exercises, case studies and projects, you will acquire the skills you need for your future work. You have the opportunity to choose which SAP modules or business areas you would like to study in more depth.

An SAP certification enables you to acquire sought-after qualifications in a short time, even without a degree or as a career changer or returning to work, and to obtain internationally recognized proof of your SAP competence. This qualifies you to work as an SAP developer.

In addition to attractive remuneration, all of our employees also receive great benefits such as profit sharing, support with gym costs and car and e-bike leasing.

Unlike many competitors, we do not expect our employees to travel regularly and take their family obligations and personal wishes into account. However, occasional (international) travel is possible if there is a willingness to do so.

To ensure that overtime does not simply expire, our employees have a time account in which the extra work performed is recorded. This overtime can either be paid out in the next month or taken as time off, depending on the individual agreement. This ensures fair and appropriate compensation for the workload during stressful project phases.

Through better work planning, our SAP developers can achieve a good work-life balance. GOpus GmbH is a family-run company with just over 20 employees and we want to grow - that's exactly what we need you for. Apply now and get an idea of our company for yourself.