SAS Programmer

Full-time

Posted 1 hour ago


Job description

REQUIRED Skills:
1. SAS Data Management Advanced suite, specifically Data Integration Studio
2. SAS Programming
3. ETL
Job Description:
Required Experience
Bachelor's degree or higher in Computer Science, Statistics, Mathematics, or a similar quantitative field, such as Economics or Engineering. Must have at least three years' experience in building and maintaining SAS Data Management Advanced jobs (preferably the 2.7 release). Understanding of relational database design and experience using a database query languages (such as SQL) is desirable. Exposure to data transformation or string-manipulation scripting languages is preferred. Experience with formal testing processes is a definite plus.
Candidate must have strong analytical skills as well as effective communication skills and a desire to work in a team environment. Expert in extracting from and loading data into SQL Server databases (2008 or higher) using SAS Data Integration Studio. Experience with data editing and cleaning, as well as efficient coding to deal with large quantities of data by building repeatable processes. Familiarity with questionnaire data development in social science or marketing research is a plus. Successful candidates are self-motivated, detail-oriented, team oriented, organized, and can juggle multiple assignments with minimum supervision.
Ideally, the candidate should have an inquisitive nature and an ability to quickly grasp requirements and details, as well as propose solutions. Candidate will be expected to quickly understand the specifics of each project and be able to identify problems in datasets, seek out the source of those problems, and clearly explain the issue and recommended remedy to project staff.



Frequently asked questions

Q: What skills or qualities help someone succeed as a SAS Programmer?

A: To succeed as a SAS Programmer, key technical skills include proficiency in SAS programming language, data manipulation and analysis, and experience with data visualization tools such as SAS Visual Analytics or Tableau. Additionally, soft skills like strong problem-solving abilities, attention to detail, and effective communication skills are crucial for collaborating with stakeholders, debugging code, and presenting findings. These technical and soft skills enable SAS Programmers to efficiently develop and implement data-driven solutions, driving business insights and informing strategic decisions.

Q: What is the career path for a SAS Programmer?

A: A SAS Programmer's typical career progression involves starting as a Junior SAS Programmer, where they develop and implement data analysis and reporting solutions, then advancing to a Senior SAS Programmer, overseeing complex projects and mentoring junior team members. Mid-level roles, such as a SAS Developer or Data Analyst, often involve collaborating with stakeholders to design and implement data-driven solutions, and may require additional skills in data visualization, machine learning, or data governance. As they gain experience, SAS Programmers can transition into leadership positions, such as a Data Science Manager or Business Intelligence Architect, or pursue specialized roles like a Data Engineer or Quantitative Analyst.



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