Stockholm, Sweden Role overview
About this role
We help the world run better
At SAP, we keep it simple: you bring your best to us, and we'll bring out the best in you. We're builders touching over 20 industries and 80% of global commerce, and we need your unique talents to help shape what's next. The work is challenging – but it matters. You'll find a place where you can be yourself, prioritize your wellbeing, and truly belong. What's in it for you? Constant learning, skill growth, great benefits, and a team that wants you to grow and succeed.
We are seeking a visiting researcher to investigate the use of autonomous agents in business processes. Specifically, the research direction focuses on enabling AI autonomy in business process execution. This path involves fundamentally redefining BPM by introducing "Goals" and "Normative Frames" (e.g., regulations) as first-class, formal abstractions. Building on this foundation, the work involves developing novel algorithms that empower autonomous agents to generate compliant and efficient process execution plans. This research should be validated through the creation of prototypes to demonstrate the practical applicability of the approach in complex business environments.
What you´ll do
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Conduct and validate cutting-edge research with SAP Signavio customers and real data
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Identify integration options of your research into the SAP Signavio product portfolio
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Exchange of knowledge and ideas around your research topics with product management and engineering.
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Building prototypes and MVPs supported by the innovation teams
What you bring
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PhD student of a university or a university of applied sciences
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Proven expertise in the research areas of Multi-Agent Systems, Large Language Models, Explainable AI, and Automated Reasoning as demonstrated by prior publications at top-tier AI conferences/journals (e.g., AAMAS, IJAR).
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Strong programming skills in Python
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Language skills: fluent in English, Swedish is a plus
Meet your Team
You will work in the Innovation and Product Strategy Teams of SAP Business Process Intelligence that define the long-term vision and roadmap of one of SAP’s fastest growing product lines.
Your set of application documents should contain a cover letter and a resume in table form. Please also describe your experience and skills in foreign languages and computer programs / programming languages.
This is a SAP global, strategic, paid, limited placement that provides candidates with opportunities to find purpose in their careers.
#Temporary #Reasearch #Science #Innovation
Bring out your best
SAP innovations help more than four hundred thousand customers worldwide work together more efficiently and use business insight more effectively. Originally known for leadership in enterprise resource planning (ERP) software, SAP has evolved to become a market leader in end-to-end business application software and related services for database, analytics, intelligent technologies, and experience management. As a cloud company with two hundred million users and more than one hundred thousand employees worldwide, we are purpose-driven and future-focused, with a highly collaborative team ethic and commitment to personal development. Whether connecting global industries, people, or platforms, we help ensure every challenge gets the solution it deserves. At SAP, you can bring out your best.
We win with inclusion
SAP’s culture of inclusion, focus on health and well-being, and flexible working models help ensure that everyone – regardless of background – feels included and can run at their best. At SAP, we believe we are made stronger by the unique capabilities and qualities that each person brings to our company, and we invest in our employees to inspire confidence and help everyone realize their full potential. We ultimately believe in unleashing all talent and creating a better world.
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Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their age, race, religion, national origin, ethnicity, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, et al), sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, protected veteran status, or disability, in compliance with applicable federal, state, and local legal requirements.
Successful candidates might be required to undergo a background verification with an external vendor.
AI Usage in the Recruitment Process
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Please note that any violation of these guidelines may result in disqualification from the hiring process.
Requisition ID: 460130 | Work Area: Administration | Expected Travel: 0 - 10% | Career Status: Graduate | Employment Type: Limited Full Time | Additional Locations: #LI-Hybrid
Geneva, Switzerland 
Santa Rosa, United States