Senior SAP Basis Administrator

American National Insurance Company

$100K — $130K *
Enterprise Technology
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or related field, or equivalent experience
  • 6+ years of hands-on SAP Basis administration experience
  • Strong experience with SAP landscapes including ECC, BW, PI, Solution Manager, and S/4HANA
  • Technical fluency in Linux and Windows administration
  • Experience with SAP upgrades and performance tuning
  • Knowledge of DB2 and enterprise application environments is preferred
  • Strong communication skills and ability to collaborate across teams

Responsibilities

  • Administer, maintain, and support SAP systems in a complex enterprise environment
  • Lead technical support for SAP Basis activities such as upgrades and troubleshooting
  • Support major initiatives including the transition to S/4HANA
  • Collaborate with infrastructure and technical teams to resolve issues
  • Contribute to disaster recovery readiness and operational improvements
  • Participate in an on-call rotation for SAP production issues

Benefits

  • Multiple medical plan options
  • Dental and vision coverage
  • Basic life insurance
  • Health savings accounts
  • Automatic enrollment in a company-funded 401(k) plan
  • Paid time off and holidays
  • Inclusive workplace culture emphasizing work-life balance and professional growth
Full Job Description
Job Title: Senior SAP Basis Administrator

Location: League City, Texas

Reports to: Manager, SAP Basis Administrator

Leveling Note: Based upon candidate qualifications, another job level may be considered (Lead SAP Basis Administrator)

We are seeking an experienced Senior SAP Basis Administrator to support and optimize our SAP environment, including key projects tied to system upgrades and our transition to S/4HANA. This role is ideal for a hands-on technical professional who thrives in a complex enterprise setting and can independently manage SAP Basis administration across business-critical systems.

What You Will Do
  • Administer, maintain, and support SAP systems across a complex enterprise environment
  • Lead technical support for SAP Basis activities, including upgrades, performance monitoring, troubleshooting, and system stability
  • Support major SAP initiatives, including upgrade efforts and the transition to S/4HANA
  • Partner with infrastructure, networking, database and SAP technical teams to resolve issues and improve system reliability
  • Contribute to disaster recovery readiness, documentation, and ongoing operational improvements.
  • Participate in a scheduled on-call rotation to support SAP-related production issues


What You Bring
  • Bachelor's degree in computer science, Information Technology, or a related field, or equivalent relevant experience considered
  • 6+ years of hands-on SAP Basis administration experience in enterprise environments
  • Strong experience supporting SAP landscapes and modules such as ECC, BW, PI, Solution Manager, and S/4HANA
  • Technical fluency in Linux and Windows administration
  • Experience with SAP upgrades, installations, maintenance, and performance tuning
  • Knowledge of DB2 and broader enterprise application environments is preferred
  • Strong communication skills and the ability to work independently while collaborating across technical teams


Additional Information

Job titles may span multiple career levels. Base pay is determined by a variety of factors, including training, transferable skills, relevant experience, business needs, and market conditions. Compensation is subject to change and may be modified in the future.

This job posting outlines the general nature and level of work for this role and is not intended to be a comprehensive list of duties, responsibilities, or qualifications. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workplace, and we encourage candidates to apply even if their experience does not perfectly align with every qualification- you may be a strong fit for this role or other opportunities at American National.

American National offers a comprehensive benefits package supporting employees' health, financial security, and well-being, including multiple medical plan options, dental and vision coverage, basic life insurance, and health savings accounts. Employees are automatically enrolled in a company-funded 401(k) plan, receive paid time off and holidays, and work in an inclusive, people-first culture that values flexibility, work-life balance, professional growth, and a casual dress environment.

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