Advisory Developer — Detroit

At Dow, we believe in putting people first and we’re passionate about delivering integrity, respect and safety to our customers, our employees and the planet.     Our people are at the heart of our solutions. They reflect the communities we live in and the world where we do business. Their diversity is our strength. We’re a community of relentless problem solvers that offers the daily opportunity to contribute with your perspective, transform industries and shape the future. Our purpose is simple - to deliver a sustainable future for the world through science and collaboration. If you’re looking for a challenge and meaningful role, you’re in the right place. About the role Dow has an exciting opportunity for an SAP Senior Software Engineer for SAP ABAP / UI5 / Fiori Full Stack Developer based in   Midland, MI, and Houston, TX .  This role requires strong hands-on development experience , with the successful candidate actively designing, developing, and supporting end-to-end SAP solutions to meet business needs and requirements. This position goes beyond advisory responsibilities and demands direct involvement in solution architecture, development, testing, deployment, and support , while contributing to Dow’s long-term SAP and digital transformation strategy.     Key Responsibilities   • The SAP Senior Software Engineer role requires strong hands-on expertise in ABAP and SAP Fiori/UI5 development, with active involvement in coding, solution design, and implementation using Object-Oriented ABAP, SAP Fiori/UI5, and the RESTful ABAP Programming Model (RAP). • The role expects direct involvement in Design, build, test, and support simple to complex SAP development across core business processes (Record-to-Report, Order-to-Cash, Source-to-Pay, etc.)  • Participate across the full development lifecycle, including requirements analysis, technical design, development, testing, deployment, and post–go-live support. • Collaborate with functional and technical teams to map business requirements Validate there is no standard SAP solutions before designing scalable custom solutions for identified gaps. • Translate high-level business requirements into detailed technical designs, ensuring scalability, performance, and alignment with Dow’s IT strategy and architecture standards. • Select appropriate integration patterns, understand integration costs, and design solutions aligned with company standards, including preparation of architecture diagrams and detailed technical documentation. • Perform advanced debugging and performance optimization, resolving complex technical and integration issues. • Provide accurate development estimates and contribute to delivery planning using Agile and/or Waterfall methodologies. • Leverage AI-powered developer tools (e.g., coding, test automation, documentation generation) to increase development productivity, code quality, and delivery speed. • Share learnings, best practices, and usage patterns of AI developer tools with the broader development team to drive adoption and continuous improvement. • Mentor junior developers, reinforcing coding standards, modern ABAP/SAP UI5 Fiori/RAP practices, and effective use of AI tools. • Stay current with S/4HANA, RAP, and emerging SAP BTP technologies, proactively sharing knowledge with peers and IT leadership. • Communicate clearly with business and technical stakeholders on status, risks, issues, and outcomes, ensuring transparency and alignment. • Ensure all solutions meet business requirements, comply with Dow architecture standards, and support long-term system vision and productivity.   Technical Qualifications • Strong hands-on expertise in Object-Oriented ABAP development, SAP Fiori/UI5, and RAP (RESTful ABAP Programming Model), with active involvement in designing, developing, and supporting enterprise SAP solutions. • Extensive experience with ABAP development technologies, including OData Services, SAP Workflow, IDocs, Adobe Forms, Smart Forms, Reports, BADIs, User Exits, Enhancements, Program Routines, Substitutions, and other SAP extensibility frameworks. • Experience with modern SAP development technologies such as Web Dynpro ABAP, Floorplan Manager (FPM), Business Objects, CDS Views, and other S/4HANA-enabled development capabilities is highly desirable. • Strong SAP Fiori/UI5 development experience, including the design and delivery of modern, intuitive, and user-centric SAP applications, extensions, and mobile-enabled solutions. • Hands-on experience with SAP S/4HANA, including custom code remediation, performance optimization, and the ability to guide development teams through S/4HANA transformation and upgrade initiatives. • Exposure to SAP integration and cloud technologies, including SAP PI/PO, SAP Business Technology Platform (BTP), API Management (APIM), and SAP Integration Suite, is preferred. • Ability to troubleshoot and resolve complex technical, integration, and production support issues across SAP landscapes while collaborating effectively with business, functional, and technical teams. Critical Competencies / Human Skills • Strategic Thinking – Align technology with business goals while managing costs. • Communication & Collaboration – Work effectively with stakeholders, teams, and vendors. • Leadership & Mentorship – Guide developers and promote continuous learning. • Problem-Solving – Deliver practical, cost-efficient solutions to complex challenges. • Innovation & Project Management – Embrace new technologies and execute projects efficiently.   Required Qualifications: • A minimum of a bachelor’s degree in Information Technology, Math, Science, Engineering or related discipline or relevant military experience at or above a U.S. E5 ranking or Canadian Petty Officer 2nd Class or Sergeant or 8 years of experience in lieu of a bachelor's degree. • Minimum 5 years of experience working as an SAP Full Stack Developer. 8 or more years preferred. • Prior experience with at least 3 full lifecycle SAP implementation projects. • Ability to work on multiple assignments concurrently. • Ability to travel up to 5% domestically and internationally. • A minimum requirement for this U.S. based position is the ability to work legally in the United States.  No visa sponsorship/support is available for this position, including for any type of U.S. permanent residency (green card) process. Your Skills • Solutions Delivery : Ability to design, build, test, deploy, and support end-to-end SAP solutions across the full software development lifecycle while ensuring business requirements are met. • Business Requirements : Skill in gathering, analyzing, and translating business needs into scalable technical designs and SAP solutions that align with enterprise architecture standards. • Integration Services : Knowledge of SAP integration technologies and patterns, including APIs, SAP PI/PO, SAP Integration Suite, BTP, OData services, IDocs, and cross-system connectivity. • Systems Development Lifecycle (SDLC) : Experience participating in all phases of development, including requirements analysis, technical design, coding, testing, deployment, and post-production support using Agile and Waterfall methodologies. • Leadership : Ability to mentor developers, establish coding best practices, drive adoption of modern SAP technologies and AI-enabled development tools, and influence technical direction across teams. Note : This position does not offer relocation assistance. Benefits – What Dow offers you   We invest in you.    Dow invests in total rewards programs to help you manage all aspects of you: your pay, your health, your life, your future, and your career. You bring your background, talent, and perspective to work every day. Dow rewards that commitment by investing in your total wellbeing.   Here are just a few highlights of what you would be offered as a Dow employee:  • Equitable and market-competitive base pay and bonus opportunity across our global markets, along with locally relevant incentives.  • Benefits and programs to support your physical, mental, financial, and social well-being, to help you get the care you need...when you need it.  • Competitive retirement program that may include company-provided benefits, savings opportunities, financial planning, and educational resources to help you achieve your long term financial-goals.  • Employee stock purchase programs (availability varies depending on location). • Student Debt Retirement Savings Match Program (U.S. only). • Dow will take the value of monthly student debt payments and apply them as if they are contributions to the Employees’ Savings Plan (401(k)), helping employees reach the Company match. • Robust medical and life insurance packages that offer a variety of coverage options to meet your individual needs. Travel insurance is also available in certain countries/locations. • Opportunities to learn and grow through training and mentoring, work experiences, community involvement and team building.  • Workplace culture empowering role-based flexibility to maximize personal productivity and balance personal needs.  • Competitive yearly vacation allowance. • Paid time off for new parents (birthing and non-birthing, including adoptive and foster parents).   • Paid time off to care for family members who are sick or injured.   • Paid time off to support volunteering and Employee Resource Group’s (ERG) participation.  • Wellbeing Portal for all Dow employees, our one-stop shop to promote wellbeing, empowering employees to take ownership of their entire wellbeing journey. • On-site fitness facilities to help stay healthy and active (availability varies depending on location). • Employee discounts for online shopping, cinema tickets, gym memberships and more. • Additionally, some of our locations might offer: • Transportation allowance (availability varies depending on location) • Meal subsidiaries/vouchers (availability varies depending on location) • Carbon-neutral transportation incentives e.g. bike to work (availability varies depending on location) Join our team, we can make a difference together. About Dow Dow (NYSE: DOW) is one of the world’s leading materials science companies, serving customers in high-growth markets such as packaging, infrastructure, mobility and consumer applications. Our global breadth, asset integration and scale, focused innovation, leading business positions and commitment to sustainability enable us to achieve profitable growth and help deliver a sustainable future. We operate manufacturing sites in 30 countries and employ approximately 36,000 people. Dow delivered sales of approximately $43 billion in 2024. References to Dow or the Company mean Dow Inc. and its subsidiaries. ​​​​Learn more about us and our ambition to be the most innovative, customer-centric, inclusive and sustainable materials science company in the world by visiting   www.dow.com . As part of our dedication to inclusion, Dow is committed to equal opportunities in employment. We encourage every employee to bring their whole self to work each day to not only deliver more value, but also have a more fulfilling career. Further information regarding Dow's equal opportunities is available on www.dow.com . Dow is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and is committed to providing opportunities without regard for race, color, religion, sex, including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity, national origin, age, disability and genetic information, including family medical history. We are also committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities and disabled veterans in our job application procedures. If you need assistance or an accommodation due to a disability, you may call us at 1-833-My Dow HR (833-693-6947) and select option 8.