Summary
Seeking a Senior SAS Architect to support a long-standing client with a mature SAS and enterprise data environment.
The immediate objective is to architect and execute an upgrade of the existing production SAS environment. This is a hands-on architect-level engagement requiring someone who can independently assess the current environment, plan the upgrade, execute it safely, troubleshoot issues, and validate the upgraded production platform.
This involves standing up a separate development/test SAS environment. The purpose would be to provide a non-production environment where changes, upgrades, reporting modifications, and other SAS work can be developed and validated.
The environment includes Oracle Database, Tableau, and ERP, with SAS being used within the reporting/data ecosystem.
Skills/Experience Needed
- SAS Architecture & Administration — Deep hands-on experience with enterprise SAS environments, including architecture, configuration, administration, troubleshooting, and production support.
- SAS Upgrade Experience — Must have personally led or played a senior hands-on role in upgrading a mature, production SAS environment.
- Architect / Technical Lead Experience — Approximately 4–5+ years operating at Lead or Architect level, with the ability to independently own an engagement rather than requiring day-to-day technical direction.
- Oracle Database Environment — Strong experience integrating or operating SAS against Oracle Database.
- Client-Facing Consulting Skills — Strong communication and presentation skills. Must be comfortable working directly with our leadership and client stakeholders, explaining technical decisions, risks, progress, and recommendations.