The largest SAP independent specialist that is leading in implementing Cloud-based, hybrid and on-premises HR/ Payroll systems for large, corporate and public sectors is currently in search for a R&D Lead to join their fast-paced team. This role is a R&D role that will be acting as a transformation projects-focused development liaison, you will be required to Research & understand both our products, SAPs and our partners products in this space. APPLY NOW!! Requirements: At least ten years of experience in IT industryExperience within the SAP industry and understanding of ERP applicationsExperience in developing software solutions and/or applicationsDevelopment skills covering both ABAP and JavaSome experience of Data Migration and/or Landscape TransformationIntermediate understanding of database designExcellent interpersonal, networking, presentation, and communication skillsTeam player and capacity to collaborate with the internal and external partnersUnderstanding and demonstrable capability in the software delivery lifecycleGerman or second European languageKnowledge of both SAP R/3 and SAP S/4HANAWillingness to travel internationally at needInnovation and entrepreneurial mindsetMaintain a pipeline of functionality & solutions that are being managed relating to transformation services; taking responsibility to develop prototype solutions and then either integrate with core R&D, integrate with Partners R&D, or establish reason to develop directly solutions that fit neither and are dedicated to the transformation areaCoordinate with professional services to ensure that the latest projects feedback is directly feeding into the pipeline for transformation developmentsFirst focus is research & co-ordination of development to ensure the pipeline for transformation functionality is prioritised and that the appropriate developments either go into core codebase, into a dedicated solo development or become a partner co-innovation. A role then for a Product/Developer but that is first focused on research and coordination Reference Number for this position is GZ59614 which is a permanent position based in Pretoria offering a cost to company salary of R1200k per annum