SAP Basis Administrator

Contract Role US working hours (Night Shift) No Freelancing option available. Job Title: SAP Basis Administrator (Contract – Remote, US Working Hours) About the Role We are seeking an experienced SAP Basis Administrator for a remote contract position . This role requires working US business hours (night shift) and supporting the stability, performance, and security of our SAP landscape. The ideal candidate will be proactive, detail-oriented, and capable of managing a fast-paced technical environment. Key Responsibilities Install, configure, and maintain SAP systems (S/4HANA, ECC, BW, Solution Manager, etc.). Perform daily system health checks and monitor performance across SAP environments. Manage transport requests and ensure the smooth movement of changes across DEV/QA/PROD. Handle SAP user administration, roles, profiles, and authorization troubleshooting. Administer SAP databases (HANA, Oracle, SQL Server) including performance tuning and monitoring. Execute system upgrades, kernel patches, support package installations, and system refreshes. Troubleshoot system errors, short dumps, logs, and performance bottlenecks. Manage backup, restore, and disaster recovery operations. Collaborate with development, functional, and infrastructure teams to resolve technical issues. Support cloud-hosted SAP systems (AWS, Azure, GCP) if required. Required Skills & Experience 5+ years of hands-on SAP Basis administration experience. Strong understanding of SAP system architecture, landscapes, and transport management. Experience with SAP HANA and/or traditional databases (Oracle, SQL Server). Proficiency in Linux/Unix and Windows server administration. Familiarity with network, storage, and system monitoring concepts. Experience with system copies, upgrades, migrations, and patch management. Strong troubleshooting skills in ST22, SM21, SM37, SM12, and similar tools. Soft Skills Excellent communication and teamwork abilities. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Ability to work independently during night shift and manage critical incidents. Strong documentation and organizational skills.