Architect for Finance Domain d/f/m

• Location(s):
• Essen, NW, DE, 45141

RWE Generation SE
To start as soon as possible, full time, permanent

Be an active part of the transformation of the energy sector! In this role, you are responsible for the target architecture within the finance domain and drive the further development of our SAP, data, and AI landscape.
As the central architecture authority, you connect strategic objectives with a stable, secure, and scalable implementation, thereby laying the foundation for future finance and AI use cases. In close collaboration with Enterprise Architecture, Finance & Controlling, IT, and the group-wide AI leads, you actively contribute to the continuous improvement of our platforms.

About the role

• Integration of data from SAP S/4HANA, BW/4HANA and BTP services into modern data lake / lakehouse architectures.
• Deriving architectural decisions (patterns, interfaces, security, etc.) from business requirements and governance guidelines.
• Establishment and further development of a future-proof AI platform architecture within the SAP context (e.g. SAP AI Core, SAP Business AI, Joule, SAP BTP).
• Definition of reference architectures, blueprints and guardrails for integration, analytics and AI scenarios.
• Establishing standards, guidelines and best practices for the use of AI, integration and data architectures in the SAP and finance context.
• Supporting business units and product teams throughout the entire lifecycle: from the initial idea through PoCs to the production solution.
• Close collaboration with service engineers, BTP engineers, platform owners and security to pragmatically convert enterprise architecture requirements into services and products.

Job requirements and experience

• Degree in (Business) Information Technology, Mathematics, Engineering or a comparable qualification.
• Several years of experience in SAP architecture or SAP engineering, as well as with modern data platforms (data lake / lakehouse), ideally in a finance / controlling environment.
• Strong knowledge of SAP technologies (in particular S/4HANA Finance, BW/4HANA, SAP BTP) as well as integration and data architectures (APIs, eventing, interfaces).
• Experience with enterprise architecture and governance processes (e.g. architecture boards, design reviews, security approvals).
• Solid understanding of AI in the SAP context (e.g. SAP AI Core, SAP Business AI, Joule) and basic knowledge of AI/ML use cases.
• Familiarity with regulatory requirements (e.g. AI Act, GDPR) as well as common architecture methods and frameworks.
• Very good German (C1) and good English (B2) language skills, strong communication abilities, a structured way of working and the motivation to proactively drive topics forward.

RWE is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment – we value your passion, your willingness to learn and your desire to thrive. So, if you don’t display all the skills above but think this is the job for you, need flexible working arrangements or adjustments which aren’t outlined already, we would still like to hear from you.

Your benefits

• Modern campus with on-site restaurants, a barista bar, and an in-house fitness center.
• Structured onboarding through our buddy program.
• Ample parking facilities provided in on-site parking garages.
• Flexible working model (hybrid office and remote) and 30 days of annual leave.
• Attractive compensation package including bonus payments and employee discounts.
• Company daycare center “Lumiland” and parent-child offices, Company sports groups and corporate events.
Comprehensive occupational health management supported by our medical services.

Apply with just a few clicks: ad code 92878 , application period: 01.08.2026
Any questions? Contact HR: Christina Al-Naqib, +49 152 21805644

We look forward to meeting you. Of course, you can find us on LinkedIn, Instagram, Facebook, YouTube and Xing, too.

We value diversity and therefore welcome all applications - regardless of gender, disability, nationality, ethnic and social origin, religion/belief, age, sexual orientation, and identity. #inclusionmatters

RWE Generation provides a flexible mix for a powerful future. With a team of around 3,500 employees, the division operates flexible gas power plants, bioenergy facilities, and hydropower stations in Germany, the Netherlands, the UK, and Turkey. These assets play a vital role in balancing the supply of renewable energy during periods of fluctuation, thereby ensuring the stability of the power grid. Recognising the importance of energy storage, RWE Generation is integrating battery systems into its operations and pioneering hydrogen-powered technologies — an essential element for storing renewable energy for when it is needed most. As a long-standing partner for the regions in which we operate, our reliable, clean and flexible assets enable us to play a key role in decarbonising the energy system. Our team continues to be inventive, using their experience, talent and sunrise technologies to be the cornerstone our society can rely on.