AI Developer Associate

We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed. 

What You’ll Build

We are seeking a highly motivated and curious Developer Associate to join the SuccessFactors Tools & Process Team, a central function driving large-scale transformation across HCM Product & Engineering and Strategy & Operations.

This role sits at the intersection of AI innovation, enterprise tooling, and developer productivity, supporting strategic initiatives such as AI-powered solutions and Developer Experience (DevEx) improvements across multiple Lines of Business.

In this role, you will contribute to the design and development of AI-driven solutions, intelligent integrations, and automation frameworks across key platforms including Jira, Aha!, ServiceNow, and SharePoint. You will collaborate closely with program leaders, AI engineers, and cross-functional product teams to deliver enterprise-grade solutions that improve operational efficiency, enable data-driven insights, and enhance developer workflows.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and support AI-driven use cases and prototypes (e.g., intelligent search, automation, analytics, and insights) for HCM Product & Engineering and COO teams
• Build AI agents, MCP servers, and applications for process and workflow automation, improving developer workflow productivity and developer experience
• Build integrations across enterprise tools (Jira, Aha!, ServiceNow, SharePoint) using APIs, connectors, multi-tool AI agents, and middleware frameworks
• Design and implement automation workflows to improve operational efficiency and reduce manual effort across teams
• Develop AI/LLM-based applications and agents leveraging enterprise AI platforms and tools (e.g., Azure OpenAI, Cline, Claude Code, and GitHub Copilot)
• Improve Developer Experience (DevEx) by enhancing workflows, tooling, and CI/CD or automation capabilities
• Collaborate with cross-functional stakeholders to gather requirements, prototype solutions, and deliver scalable implementations
• Maintain technical documentation, reusable components, and best practices to support long-term scalability

What You Bring

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Engineering, or related field
• 1–3 years of experience (or strong academic/internship experience) in software development or AI-driven automation
• Experience with AI frameworks, prompt engineering, or building AI copilots/agents
• Proficiency in one or more programming languages such as Python, JavaScript/Node.js, or Java
• Experience working with APIs, REST services, and system integrations
• Experience with developing RAG applications, data vectorization, and working with Databricks
• Experience in AI tools like Claude Code, Cline, GitHub Copilot
• Familiarity with enterprise tools such as Jira, ServiceNow, Aha!, or similar platforms
• Basic understanding of AI/ML concepts or LLM-based applications
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, or SAP BTP)
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work in a fast-paced, cross-functional environment
• Good communication skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions

Nice to Have (Preferred)

• Exposure to DevOps practices, CI/CD pipelines, or developer tooling improvements
• Experience with data processing, analytics, or dashboarding tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Familiarity with Agile methodologies and product engineering environments

What You’ll Gain

• Hands-on experience working on enterprise-scale AI and tooling transformation initiatives
• Opportunity to contribute to high-visibility programs such as AI adoption across HCM
• Exposure to cutting-edge AI technologies and real-world enterprise use cases
• Collaboration with senior leaders, architects, and cross-functional global teams
• A platform to learn, innovate, and grow within SAP’s product and engineering ecosystem

Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.  

We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.

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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability.

Compensation Range Transparency: SAP believes the value of pay transparency contributes towards an honest and supportive culture and is a significant step toward demonstrating SAP’s commitment to pay equity. SAP provides the annualized compensation range inclusive of base salary and variable incentive target for the career level applicable to the posted role. The targeted annual combined range for this position is 67900-153900USD. The actual amount to be offered to the successful candidate will be within that range, dependent upon the key aspects of each case which may include education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, etc. as determined through the selection process. Any SAP variable incentive includes a targeted dollar amount and any actual payout amount is dependent on company and personal performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements: SAP North America Benefits.

AI Usage in the Recruitment Process

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Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.

Requisition ID: 450598  | Work Area: Software-Design and Development  | Expected Travel: 0 - 10%  | Career Status: Graduate  | Employment Type: Regular Full Time   | Additional Locations:  #LI-Hybrid