SAP
Overview
We are looking for an experienced and visionary
Engineering Manager
to lead a high-performing team building distributed systems that power AI and large language model (LLM) capabilities at scale. In this role, you will define technical direction, foster innovation, and ensure your team delivers impactful, production-grade systems that shape the future of SAP’s AI offerings.
Description As the leader of a fast-moving and collaborative team, you will guide the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge AI infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for growing and mentoring engineering talent, setting technical priorities, and working closely with cross-functional partners to align on vision and execution. We’re seeking someone who thrives in ambiguous environments, can connect high-level strategy to concrete deliverables, and inspires engineers to achieve their best work.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and inspire a team of engineers delivering backend systems, APIs, databases, and LLM infrastructure
Define and communicate technical vision, ensuring alignment with product and business goals
Collaborate with product managers, researchers, and architects to translate ideas into scalable solutions
Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
Provide hands-on technical guidance where needed, ensuring high-quality code and architecture
Oversee projects leveraging modern distributed systems, data platforms, and API frameworks
Build team capabilities through mentoring, recruitment, and career development initiatives
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field; advanced degree preferred
8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in an engineering leadership role
Proven track record of delivering complex, distributed systems in production
Strong understanding of AI/ML and/or LLM systems and their application in real-world products
Experience managing teams in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Strong decision-making skills and ability to balance technical depth with business priorities
Excellent English communication skills and ability to lead in global, multicultural environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience scaling engineering teams and processes in enterprise environments
Open-source contributions or engagement in the AI/ML community
Familiarity with modern development practices, CI/CD, and cloud-native architectures
Why Join Us
Lead a team building cutting-edge AI systems with global impact
High-trust, high-autonomy culture with minimal bureaucracy
Collaborate with senior engineers and AI experts in a mission-driven environment
Play a central role in defining SAP’s AI strategy and delivering transformative capabilities
Compensation and Benefits Compensation Range Transparency : 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 combined range for this position is 192,500 - 420,000 (USD). The actual amount offered will be within this range and may depend on education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, and other factors as determined through the selection process. Any variable incentive amount is also subject to company and personal performance. See SAP North America Benefits for details.
AI in Recruitment For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations SAP is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you need accommodations or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please email Recruiting Operations Team at Careers@sap.com.
Job Details Location: Mountain View, CA
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Business Consulting and Services
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Engineering Manager
to lead a high-performing team building distributed systems that power AI and large language model (LLM) capabilities at scale. In this role, you will define technical direction, foster innovation, and ensure your team delivers impactful, production-grade systems that shape the future of SAP’s AI offerings.
Description As the leader of a fast-moving and collaborative team, you will guide the design, development, and deployment of cutting-edge AI infrastructure. You’ll be responsible for growing and mentoring engineering talent, setting technical priorities, and working closely with cross-functional partners to align on vision and execution. We’re seeking someone who thrives in ambiguous environments, can connect high-level strategy to concrete deliverables, and inspires engineers to achieve their best work.
Key Responsibilities
Lead and inspire a team of engineers delivering backend systems, APIs, databases, and LLM infrastructure
Define and communicate technical vision, ensuring alignment with product and business goals
Collaborate with product managers, researchers, and architects to translate ideas into scalable solutions
Foster a culture of technical excellence, innovation, and continuous improvement
Provide hands-on technical guidance where needed, ensuring high-quality code and architecture
Oversee projects leveraging modern distributed systems, data platforms, and API frameworks
Build team capabilities through mentoring, recruitment, and career development initiatives
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Mathematics, Physics, or related field; advanced degree preferred
8+ years of software engineering experience, with at least 5 years in an engineering leadership role
Proven track record of delivering complex, distributed systems in production
Strong understanding of AI/ML and/or LLM systems and their application in real-world products
Experience managing teams in fast-paced, high-growth environments
Strong decision-making skills and ability to balance technical depth with business priorities
Excellent English communication skills and ability to lead in global, multicultural environments
Preferred Qualifications
Experience scaling engineering teams and processes in enterprise environments
Open-source contributions or engagement in the AI/ML community
Familiarity with modern development practices, CI/CD, and cloud-native architectures
Why Join Us
Lead a team building cutting-edge AI systems with global impact
High-trust, high-autonomy culture with minimal bureaucracy
Collaborate with senior engineers and AI experts in a mission-driven environment
Play a central role in defining SAP’s AI strategy and delivering transformative capabilities
Compensation and Benefits Compensation Range Transparency : 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 combined range for this position is 192,500 - 420,000 (USD). The actual amount offered will be within this range and may depend on education, skills, experience, scope of the role, location, and other factors as determined through the selection process. Any variable incentive amount is also subject to company and personal performance. See SAP North America Benefits for details.
AI in Recruitment For information on the responsible use of AI in our recruitment process, please refer to our Guidelines for Ethical Usage of AI in the Recruiting Process. Violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Equal Opportunity and Accommodations SAP is committed to equal employment opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you need accommodations or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please email Recruiting Operations Team at Careers@sap.com.
Job Details Location: Mountain View, CA
Employment Type: Regular Full Time
Seniority level: Not Applicable
Job function: Engineering and Information Technology
Industries: Software Development, IT Services and IT Consulting, and Business Consulting and Services
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