IBM Computing is hiring: IBM Associate Partner - SAP User Experience Architect i

Introduction We are seeking a talented IBM Associate Partner - SAP User Experience Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across SAP's UX interfaces and applications, specifically Signavio, LeaniX, and WalkMe. As an Associate Partner, you will play a critical role in shaping our SAP UX strategy, driving innovation, and enhancing our differentiation in the market. Your role and responsibilities We are seeking a talented IBM Associate Partner - SAP User Experience Architect to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across SAP's UX interfaces and applications, specifically Signavio, LeaniX, and WalkMe. As an Associate Partner, you will play a critical role in shaping our SAP UX strategy, driving innovation, and enhancing our differentiation in the market. UX Expertise and Leadership: Demonstrate a strong understanding of user experience principles, design patterns, and SAP-specific UX guidelines, leading the design of seamless, engaging, and intuitive SAP interfaces for clients. Tool Proficiency: Expertise in using Signavio for business process modeling, LeaniX for low-code application development, and WalkMe for digital adoption and guidance. Leverage these tools to create customized, user‑centric solutions that drive adoption and improve user satisfaction. Client Engagement: Serve as a UX subject matter expert for clients, guiding them through the design and implementation of SAP user experiences. Translate user needs and business requirements into compelling design concepts, fostering strong relationships with key stakeholders. Partnership Enhancement: Collaborate closely with IBM and SAP teams to ensure alignment with strategic objectives, participate in joint initiatives, and contribute to the co‑creation of innovative UX solutions and services. UX Strategy and Differentiation: Identify and amplify our unique value proposition for SAP UX design, crafting compelling go‑to‑market messages that resonate with target clients and set us apart from competitors. Design System and Component Management: Contribute to the development and maintenance of a reusable design system and component library for SAP applications, ensuring consistency and efficiency across projects. User Research and Usability Testing: Conduct user research, usability testing, and heuristic evaluations to inform design decisions and validate design concepts. Ensure that solutions meet user needs and expectations. Collaboration and Cross‑Functional Work: Work closely with internal teams, including UX designers, product managers, developers, and project managers, to ensure seamless execution of UX strategies, projects, and initiatives. Thought Leadership: Contribute to thought leadership activities, such as speaking at events, publishing articles, and engaging with the broader SAP and IBM communities, establishing our firm as a trusted advisor in the SAP UX space. Incentive Maximization: Stay updated on incentive programs and work diligently to qualify for and maximize financial rewards associated with successful SAP UX implementations and partnership milestones. Market Awareness: Maintain a thorough understanding of SAP and IBM market dynamics, competitive landscapes, and emerging trends to advise clients on best practices and anticipate future needs. Mentorship and Team Development: Mentor junior UX architects and team members, sharing knowledge, fostering growth, and promoting a culture of continuous learning and improvement. Hybrid Work Arrangement Your work location of City, State was assigned based on business need and currently your role designated as a hybrid role. Hybrid roles are expected to perform their primary duties from a combination of IBM location, client sites or work at home. The required number of days to be in the office is to be determined by your management team. Any changes to this work arrangement must be preapproved by your manager before any changes are made. This job can be performed from anywhere in the US. Required technical and professional expertise Education and Certifications: Bachelor's degree in Computer Information Systems, Business Management, Interaction Design, Human‑Computer Interaction, or a related field. Relevant certifications, such as SAP Certified Application Associate or SAP Certified Technology Associate, are preferred. Proven experience in UX design for enterprise software, with a strong focus on SAP interfaces and applications. Deep understanding of UX design principles, patterns, and methodologies, including user research, usability testing, and information architecture. Expertise in using UX design tools such as Sketch, Figma, and Adobe XD. Familiarity with low‑code/no‑code platforms like LeaniX and digital adoption platforms like WalkMe. Knowledge of business process modeling using tools like Signavio. Professional Skills Excellent communication and presentation skills, with the ability to articulate complex UX concepts to diverse audiences. Strong project management and stakeholder engagement skills. Proven ability to lead UX discussions, drive consensus, and resolve complex design issues. Industry Experience Minimum of 10 years of experience in UX design, consulting, or implementation roles, preferably within the enterprise software or SAP ecosystem. Leadership Potential Demonstrated potential to grow into a senior leadership role, with the ability to mentor junior team members, inspire collaboration, and drive results. Cultural Fit Align with our company values, embrace a customer‑obsessed culture, and maintain a strong commitment to innovation and excellence. Note: This job description is intended to provide a high‑level overview of the role, and specific duties may vary based on business needs and priorities. Preferred technical and professional experience Hiring manager and Recruiter should collaborate to create the relevant verbiage. Equal‑Opportunity Employer Statement IBM is committed to creating a diverse environment and is proud to be an equal‑opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, caste, genetics, pregnancy, disability, neurodivergence, age, veteran status, or other characteristics. IBM is also committed to compliance with all fair employment practices regarding citizenship and immigration status. #J-18808-Ljbffr In Summary: We are seeking a talented IBM Associate Partner - SAP User Experience Architect to join our dynamic team . The ideal candidate will possess deep expertise across SAP's UX interfaces and applications . As an Associate Partner, you will play a critical role in shaping our SAP UX strategy, driving innovation, and enhancing our differentiation in the market . En Español: El candidato ideal poseerá una profunda experiencia en las interfaces y aplicaciones UX de SAP Tool, específicamente Signavio, LeaniX y WalkMe. Como socio asociado desempeñará un papel crítico en la configuración de nuestra estrategia SAP UX, impulsando la innovación y mejorando nuestra diferenciación en el mercado. Su rol y responsabilidades Estamos buscando a un socio colaborador IBM - SAP User Experience Architect para unirse a nuestro equipo dinámico. Aprovechar estas herramientas para crear soluciones personalizadas centradas en el usuario que impulsen la adopción y mejoran la satisfacción del usuario. Comprometerse con los clientes: Servir como un experto de temas UX para los clientes, guiándolos a través del diseño e implementación de experiencias de usuarios SAP. Transformar las necesidades de los usuarios y los requisitos empresariales en conceptos de diseño convincentes, fomentando fuertes relaciones con partes interesadas clave. Mejora de la asociación: Colaborar estrechamente con equipos IBM y SAP para garantizar la alineación con objetivos estratégicos, participar en iniciativas conjuntas y contribuir a la co-creación de innovadoras soluciones y servicios UX. Estrategia y diferenciación UX: Identificar y amplificar nuestro valor único para el diseño de SAP UX, elaborar mensajes de prueba de entrada al mercado atractivos que resuenan con sus clientes objetivo y diferenciarnos de nuestros competidores. Desarrollo de sistemas y componentes de SAP: Contribuir a la utilización de aplicaciones y proyectos de diseños y mantenimiento, investigación y evaluación de la eficacia y la consistencia de los procesos de desarrollo de software y diseño, así como a evaluar las propuestas de ensayos y pruebas de uso válidas del sistema de diseñabilidad y diseños de software de software; Asegurar que las soluciones cumplan con las necesidades y expectativas de los usuarios. Colaboración y trabajo interfuncional: Trabajar estrechamente con equipos internos, incluidos diseñadores UX, gerentes de productos, desarrolladores y gestores de proyectos, para garantizar la ejecución fluida de estrategias, proyectos e iniciativas UX. Liderazgo del pensamiento: Contribuir a actividades de liderazgo mental, como hablar en eventos, publicar artículos y interactuar con las comunidades más amplias de SAP e IBM, estableciendo nuestra firma como un asesor confiable en el espacio SAP UX . Maximización de Incentivos: Mantenerse al día sobre programas de incentivo exitosos y trabajar diligentemente para calificar y maximizar los beneficios financieros asociados con implementaciones de SAP Ux y hitos de asociación. Consciencia de mercado: mantener una comprensión profunda de la dinámica de SAP y el mercado, la competitividad de IBM, y participar con las nuevas prácticas de trabajo y desarrollo de la empresa, así como establecer su equipo de trabajo basado en la creación de sitios web híbridos. Cualquier cambio en este acuerdo de trabajo debe ser previamente aprobado por su gerente antes de que se realicen los cambios. Este trabajo puede realizarse desde cualquier lugar de Estados Unidos. Se prefieren certificados relevantes, como SAP Certified Application Associate o SAP certified Technology Associate. Experiencia comprobada en el diseño de UX para software empresarial, con un fuerte enfoque en interfaces y aplicaciones SAP. Comprensión profunda de los principios, patrones y metodologías de diseño UX, incluidas la investigación del usuario, las pruebas de usabilidad y la arquitectura de información. Nota: Esta descripción de trabajo tiene como objetivo proporcionar una visión general de alto nivel del papel, y las tareas específicas pueden variar en función de las necesidades y prioridades empresariales. La experiencia técnica y profesional preferida El gerente de contratación y el reclutador deben colaborar para crear la verbiaje pertinente. Declaración del empleador con igualdad de oportunidades IBM se compromete a crear un entorno diverso y está orgulloso de ser un empleador de igual oportunidad. Todos los solicitantes calificados recibirán consideración por empleo sin importar raza, color, religión, sexo, género, identidad o expresión sexual, orientación sexual, origen nacional, casta, genética, embarazo, discapacidad, neurodivergencia, edad, estatus de veterano u otras características.