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Palo Alto, CA · HybridFull-time$184–307K/yrSeen todaySeen in employer's feed today
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Job overview
SAP seeks a Development Architect in Palo Alto to define, govern, and implement application and product architecture that meets architecture standards and business needs. The role aligns stakeholders on technical dependencies and feasibility, guides implementation teams, reviews design documents for compliance, and supports efficient delivery of end-to-end business processes.
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Full job description
Development Architect (multiple positions available)
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Team Links: Information Technology
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Location Links: Palo Alto
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Work Pattern: Hybrid - Contract Type: Full-time - Reference: REF3513Y
The Role
Job Description
Original Posting Date: 11/02/26
Job Title: Development Architect (multiple positions available)
Location: 3380 Coyote Hill Road, Palo Alto, CA 94304
Work Model: Hybrid Work Model
Purpose and Objective:
SAP Labs, LLC seeks a Development Architect (multiple positions available) at our Palo Alto, CA location to define, govern, and implement applications and product architecture together with the implementation team that meet architecture standards and business needs.
Expectations and Tasks:
Drive alignment of architecture concepts and ensures documentation is accurate. Provide guidance on technological aspects by identifying opportunities for the reuse of architecture concepts. Propose cross development tasks for cross initiatives. Align with stakeholders regarding architectural or technical dependencies, feasibility, readiness and compliance. Coach, advise, and monitor implementation teams on all aspects which have impact on the architecture. Review design documents for compliance with ACD and relevant product standards. Ensure continuous and efficient delivery of high quality end to end business processes.
Qualifications
Education and Occupational Experience:
Bachelor’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field of study and seven (7) years of progressive post-baccalaureate experience in the job offered or related occupation. Alternatively, a Master’s degree or foreign equivalent in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field of study and five (5) years of experience in the job offered or related occupation.
Qualifications/Skills and Competencies Experience:
Experience must include five (5) years involving each of the following:
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Java Development;
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Cloud Native Architecture;
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Architecture Design, Documentation, and Governance; and
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Agile Methodologies and Continuous Integration/Continuous Deployment (CI/CD).
Experience must involve two (2) years in the following:
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Microservices, Containers, or Kubernetes;
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Service Mesh;
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SAP Business Technology Platform (SAP BTP) and related services; and
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Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) or FinOps.
Travel: N/A.
This position is eligible for the Employee Referral Program subject to the eligibility criteria outlined in the SAP Internal Employee Referral Policy .
Compensation Range Transparency : The annual base salary range for this position is $183,872 - $306,844. 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 combined range for this position is $220,200 - $374,200. 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 (https://www.sapnorthamericabenefits.com/en/public/welcome) .
Additional Information
All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.
About SAP
With a global network of customers, partners, employees, and thought leaders, SAP helps the world run better and improves people’s lives.
As a leader in enterprise applications and business AI, SAP stands at the nexus of business and technology. For over 50 years, organizations have trusted SAP to bring out their best by uniting business-critical operations spanning finance, procurement, HR, supply chain, and customer experience.
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.
SAP is committed to the values of Equal Employment Opportunity and provides accessibility accommodations to applicants with physical and/or mental disabilities. If you are interested in applying for employment with SAP and are in need of accommodation or special assistance to navigate our website or to complete your application, please send an e-mail with your request to Recruiting Operations Team: [email protected] .
For SAP employees: Only permanent roles are eligible for the SAP Employee Referral Program, according to the eligibility rules set in the SAP Referral Policy. Specific conditions may apply for roles in Vocational Training.
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 pay transparency is essential to fostering an honest, supportive, and inclusive culture and is an important part of our commitment to pay equity. The salary range for this position is included in the job posting. The actual compensation offered to the successful candidate will fall within that range and will depend on factors such as education, skills, experience, location, and scope of the role, as determined through the selection process. Where applicable, SAP may also provide variable incentive opportunities and additional benefits, subject to the terms of the relevant plans and policies. Any variable incentive amount is target-based, with actual payouts dependent on company and individual performance. Please reference this link for a summary of SAP benefits and eligibility requirements:SAP North America Benefits (http://www.sapnorthamericabenefits.com/) .
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
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.
Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Company Description
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.
Additional Details
Salary USD 183,872 - USD 306,844 - yearly
How this job compares
Set against the 1,421 open Software Architect jobs on Olive Jobs, counted November 4, 2026.
- Pay
- This posting$184–307K/yr
- California median$182–325K/yr150 salary ranges
- US median$144–287K/yr1,213 salary ranges
This range's midpoint, $245K, is 3% below the California median midpoint ($254K) — in the middle half of Software Architect salary ranges in California.
- Openings
- Olive Jobs lists 170 open Software Architect jobs in California and 1,421 across the US. 15% of them nationwide are listed as remote or flexible.
- Experience
- This posting asks for at least 5 years of experience — less than three in four Software Architect postings that state a minimum ask for (median 8 years, across 1,180 postings).
- Education
- 551 of the 1,421 open Software Architect jobs (39%) ask for a bachelor's degree or higher.
Counted across the open, public US postings on Olive Jobs on November 4, 2026. Pay medians are the middle values of the low ends and of the high ends of postings that list both ends of a range in the same cadence (a yearly salary or an hourly rate); a range's midpoint is halfway between its ends. Pay and experience figures resting on fewer than 20 postings are left out.
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