Solution Architect – HR Digital, GenAI & Intelligent Automation

Role Overview

As a Senior Solution Architect for the HR Application Portfolio , you will define, harmonize, and drive the end-to-end target IT architecture for Bosch’s global Human Resources digital landscape.

You will act as the principal technical authority across Bosch HR Core platforms—including SAP SuccessFactors (HR Core) , ServiceNow Enterprise Service Management (ESM / HRSD) , COMPAS (Bosch internal organizational & master data system), and on-premise/hybrid SAP HCM & Payroll solutions .

In addition to core HR systems, you will spearhead modernization by integrating Generative AI (AskBosch, RAG frameworks, AI agents) , Robotic Process Automation (RPA) , and cloud-native integrations on SAP BTP and Azure .

You will anchor all architectural designs in LeanIX EAM and enforce strict compliance with Bosch IT Principles (RBGF 177, Information Security, and GDPR) , bridging global HR business transformation roadmaps with agile engineering execution.

Roles & Responsibilities :

1. Target Architecture, Roadmaps & LeanIX EAM Governance

• HR Architecture Blueprint: Define and maintain the comprehensive HR Solution Architecture Blueprint, aligning with Bosch enterprise standards, cloud-first principles, and agile governance models.
• LeanIX Management: Own and maintain HR Application Factsheets, IT Components, Data Flow diagrams, and Business Capability maps in LeanIX to ensure complete lifecycle and dependency visibility.
• Modernization Strategy: Lead the strategic transition from legacy on-premise SAP HCM components to cloud-native platforms on SAP BTP and SAP SuccessFactors .
• Governance & Compliance: Champion RBGF 177 (4.12) architecture reviews, Information Security/ISP guidelines, and global data privacy standards (GDPR) across all HR solution designs.

2. Bosch HR Core Systems & Cloud Integration

• SAP SuccessFactors (HR Global): Architect global business processes and technical integrations across Employee Central (EC), Talent Management, Performance & Goals, Compensation, and Learning using OData APIs and Integration Center.
• ServiceNow ESM / HRSD: Design enterprise employee workflows, case management lifecycles, self-service portals, and bi-directional integrations between ServiceNow Integration Hub / Flow Designer and HR core backends.
• COMPAS & SAP HCM Ecosystem: Oversee the technical architecture for Bosch internal organizational management, company code/personnel area structures, personnel administration, infotypes, time management, and payroll processing interfaces.

3. Generative AI & Intelligent Automation Enablement

• GenAI Integration: Design enterprise-grade GenAI patterns (RAG pipelines, enterprise LLM orchestration via LangChain/LlamaIndex, AskBosch integration, and autonomous agents) to augment HR operations and self-service.
• RPA & Process Automation: Architect automated end-to-end workflows using RPA platforms ( Automation Anywhere , UiPath ) and cloud automation tools to eliminate manual repetitive tasks across HR shared services.
• Hybrid Cloud & Middleware: Design resilient API-led integration architectures connecting on-premise legacy systems with cloud services (Azure, SAP BTP, Integration Suite).

4. Engineering Leadership & E2E Service Delivery

• Technical Decision Authority: Lead Architecture Review Boards (ARB), author High-Level and Low-Level Design (HLD/LLD) specifications, and drive technical proof-of-concepts (PoCs).
• Delivery Enablement: Partner with Product Owners, Agile Squads, and Service Delivery Managers to translate strategic HR roadmaps into actionable development backlogs and CI/CD pipelines (Jenkins, Azure DevOps).

Educational qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience : 8–12+ Years (with 4+ years in Solution / Enterprise Architecture).

Mandatory/requires Skills

HR Core Ecosystem

Deep hands-on knowledge of:

• SAP SuccessFactors: Employee Central, Integration Center, OData API, global rollouts.
• ServiceNow ESM/HRSD: Integration Hub, Flow Designer, HR Service Delivery lifecycles.
• COMPAS & SAP HCM: Bosch master data management, personnel area/company code configurations, infotypes, and payroll processing interfaces.

Enterprise Architecture

Hands-on mastery of LeanIX (Application Portfolio Management, Factsheets, Interface mapping), TOGAF framework, and UML/SysML system modeling.

Generative AI & Automation

Practical design knowledge of GenAI/LLM orchestration, RAG architectures, prompt engineering, vector databases, and RPA platforms ( Automation Anywhere , UiPath ).

Cloud & Integration

Deep expertise in SAP BTP , Microsoft Azure , REST/OData APIs, event-driven architectures (Kafka/Event Grid), and CI/CD automation (Jenkins/Azure DevOps).

Bosch IT Governance

Thorough understanding of RBGF 177 , Bosch Central Directives (CDs), Information Security (ISP), and GDPR compliance.

Preferred Certifications & Mindset

• Certifications: TOGAF 9/10, LeanIX Practitioner, SAP Certified Integration Associate (BTP / SuccessFactors), ServiceNow Certified System Administrator / HRSD Implementation Specialist, or Azure Solutions Architect Expert.
• Mindset: Proven track record in guiding teams toward end-to-end service delivery and application engineering with strong stakeholder management across global, cross-functional HR and IT organizations.

Personal Attributes

• Strategic Thinking : Ability to align technical automation projects with high-level business goals and service-delivery transitions.
• Excellent Communication : Strong verbal and written communication skills to present technical solutions clearly to non-technical business partners.
• Quality-Driven : Exceptional attention to detail with a focus on delivering high-quality, auditable, and compliant software.
• Adaptable & Proactive : Confident in navigating fast-paced environments and eager to champion new technologies within the organization.

Educational qualification

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Experience: 8–12+ Years (with 4+ years in Solution / Enterprise Architecture)