SAS Technical Architect (Minerva - RIO & AI)
Posted 4 days ago by eTeam Workforce Limited
£671 Per day
Inside
Onsite
Telford, UK
Summary: The SAS Technical Architect role involves leading the design and delivery of enterprise-scale analytics solutions using the SAS toolset, particularly focusing on SAS Viya 4 architecture. The position requires defining end-to-end technical architecture and supporting the migration from legacy SAS platforms to modern cloud environments. The role is critical for large-scale transformation programs and requires strong technical leadership and stakeholder management skills. Candidates must have current SC clearance and extensive experience with SAS technologies and cloud solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale analytics solutions using SAS Viya 4 architecture.
- Define end-to-end technical architecture and support migration from legacy SAS platforms.
- Architect and implement SAS Viya 4 environments, including CAS and SAS Studio.
- Lead migration of SAS 9.4/Viya 3.5 workloads to Viya 4.
- Provide technical leadership to data engineers, developers, and testers.
- Present solutions to senior stakeholders and ensure compliance with security and data governance standards.
Key Skills:
- Strong experience in SAS architecture and technical design.
- Proven delivery experience with SAS Viya 4 platforms.
- Deep knowledge of SAS toolset, including SAS DI/Data Integration and SAS Visual Analytics.
- Experience designing cloud-based SAS solutions (AWS/Azure).
- Experience with Kubernetes/containerised deployments for Viya 4.
- Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices.
Salary: £671 per day
City: Telford
Country: UK
Working Arrangements: on-site
IR35 Status: inside IR35
Seniority Level: Senior
Industry: IT
Job Description:
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Job Title: SAS Technical Architect (Minerva - RIO & AI)
Location: Telford - 2 days on site
Duration: 6 months
Pay-rate: £671 per day (PAYE through Umbrella)
Must have: Clearance Required: Current SC
Job Description:
- We are seeking an experienced SAS Technical Architect to lead the design and delivery of enterprise-scale analytics solutions using the SAS toolset, with a strong focus on SAS Viya 4 architecture.
- The role will be responsible for defining end-to-end technical architecture, supporting migration from Legacy SAS platforms, and ensuring alignment with enterprise cloud and data strategies.
- This role is critical to supporting large-scale transformation programmes involving migration of SAS 9.4/Viya 3.5 estates to Viya 4 platforms.
Key Responsibilities
Architecture & Design
Define and own the end-to-end SAS architecture, ensuring alignment with programme and enterprise strategy.
Design scalable, secure, and high-performing SAS Viya 4 solutions across cloud environments (AWS/Azure).
Lead architecture reviews, governance gates, and design approvals.
SAS Viya 4 Platform
Architect and implement SAS Viya 4 environments, including:
o CAS (Cloud Analytic Services)
o SAS Studio, Visual Analytics, and Model Studio
Define deployment patterns using containerised environments (Kubernetes) for Viya 4.
Ensure alignment with platform strategies (eg DPS/Minerva).
Migration & Transformation
Lead migration of SAS 9.4/Viya 3.5 workloads to Viya 4, including:
o Data integration flows
o Analytical models and reporting
o Configuration and scheduling
Define migration approach covering:
o Code migration and refactoring
o Data validation and reconciliation
o Performance optimisation
Support transformation of Legacy solutions to modern, cloud-native patterns.
Technical Leadership
Provide technical leadership to data engineers, developers, and testers.
Support design for:
o CI/CD integration
o DevOps practices
o Automation and deployment pipelines
Collaborate with architects, engineering teams, and SMEs across suppliers.
Governance & Stakeholder Management
Present solutions to senior stakeholders (client and internal).
Ensure compliance with:
o Security and data governance standards
o Cloud architecture principles
Support commercial and delivery teams with estimation and solutioning.
Key Skills & Experience
Essential
Strong experience in SAS architecture and technical design
Proven delivery experience with SAS Viya 4 platforms
Deep knowledge of SAS toolset, including:
o SAS DI/Data Integration
o SAS Visual Analytics
o SAS Studio/Enterprise Guide
Experience designing cloud-based SAS solutions (AWS/Azure)
Experience with Kubernetes/containerised deployments for Viya 4
Experience delivering large-scale migration programmes
Desirable
Knowledge of CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
Experience integrating SAS with:
o Airflow or alternative schedulers
o Data platforms (eg Snowflake, Databricks)
Understanding of data security and access models
Experience in public sector/regulated environments
Qualifications
Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related discipline (or equivalent experience)
SAS certifications (Viya/Advanced Analytics) preferred
Key Behaviours
Strong stakeholder engagement and influencing skills
Ability to operate at both strategic architecture level and hands-on design
Analytical mindset with a focus on quality and delivery
Collaborative approach across multi-supplier environments
Typical Deliverables
Architecture design documents (HLD/LLD)
SAS Viya 4 deployment and configuration designs
Migration strategies and runbooks
Governance artefacts and technical assurance inputs
Reporting Line
Typically reports to Programme/Delivery Architect or Engagement Manager
Works closely with:
o Technical Architects
o Data Engineers
o Platform/Cloud teams
o Client architecture teams
Context (SAS Programmes)
Migration of Legacy SAS estates to Viya 4 cloud platforms is a key focus
Solutions align to enterprise platforms such as Minerva/DPS
If you are interested in this position and would like to learn more, please send through your CV and we will get in touch with you as soon as possible. Please note, candidates are often Shortlisted within 48 hours.