SAS Developer

SAS Developer

Posted 1 week ago by 1759227140

Negotiable
Outside
Remote
USA

Summary: We are looking for a Senior SAS Lead Developer with extensive experience in SAS programming and data analysis. The role involves leading SAS development projects, ensuring data integrity, and mentoring junior developers. The ideal candidate will have strong technical skills and project management experience, working collaboratively with cross-functional teams. This position is fully remote and classified as outside IR35.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead SAS Development Projects: Oversee the design, development, and implementation of SAS programs and solutions.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data and SAS programs through rigorous testing and validation.
  • Technical Leadership: Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior SAS developers, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
  • Project Management: Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data analysts, statisticians, and business stakeholders, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of SAS programs, processes, and data structures.
  • Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest SAS technologies and best practices, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and performance.

Key Skills:

  • Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in SAS programming and data analysis, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAS programming, including SAS Base, SAS Macro, and SAS SQL. Experience with SAS BI tools and SAS administration is a plus.
  • Experience with source control/versioning software.
  • Experience with agile development lifecycle.
  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Leadership: Proven leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring a team of developers.
  • Domain: Experience working with data warehouses and data warehouse concepts; Experience with claims data.

Salary (Rate): undetermined

City: undetermined

Country: USA

Working Arrangements: remote

IR35 Status: outside IR35

Seniority Level: undetermined

Industry: IT

Job Title: SAS Developer

Location: 100% Remote

Required Skills

  • Experience: Minimum of 8 years of experience in SAS programming and data analysis, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAS programming, including SAS Base, SAS Macro, and SAS SQL. Experience with SAS BI tools and SAS administration is a plus.
  • Experience with source control/versioning software.
  • Experience with agile development lifecycle

Additional Skills: Experience with Claims Data

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Senior SAS Lead Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in SAS programming, data analysis, and project leadership. This role involves leading the development and implementation of SAS-based solutions, ensuring data integrity, and providing technical guidance to junior developers.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Lead SAS Development Projects: Oversee the design, development, and implementation of SAS programs and solutions.
  • Quality Assurance: Ensure the accuracy and reliability of data and SAS programs through rigorous testing and validation.
  • Technical Leadership: Mentor and provide technical guidance to junior SAS developers, fostering a collaborative and productive team environment.
  • Project Management: Manage project timelines, deliverables, and resources, ensuring projects are completed on time and within scope.
  • Collaboration: Work closely with cross-functional teams, including data analysts, statisticians, and business stakeholders, to understand requirements and deliver effective solutions.
  • Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of SAS programs, processes, and data structures.
  • Continuous Improvement: Stay updated with the latest SAS technologies and best practices, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency and performance.

Qualifications:

  • Education: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field.
  • Experience: Minimum of 7 years of experience in SAS programming and data analysis, with at least 3 years in a lead or senior role.
  • Technical Skills: Proficiency in SAS programming, including SAS Base, SAS Macro, and SAS SQL. Experience with SAS BI tools and SAS administration is a plus. Experience with source control/versioning software. Experience with agile development lifecycle
  • Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to interpret complex data sets.
  • Communication: Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
  • Leadership: Proven leadership skills, with experience managing and mentoring a team of developers.
  • Domain: Experience working with data warehouses and data warehouse concepts; Experience with claims data