Description
SAS Developer | SAS 9.1.3 | Oracle | Macros | SQL | Excel | 6 months | Maidenhead
Location - Maidenhead, UK
Duration - 6 months
State date - Immediate ( Max 2 weeks)
Job Spec;
Responsible for the creation of SAS programmes, processes and data sets using the full SAS toolset, and provide input into the ancillary tasks associated with these duties, such as documentation and support
This may mean working beyond normal office hours to resolve critical issues.
Responsibilities:
1. Creation and/or maintenance of programmes, routines, processes and data sets in the provision of information to the business using latest SAS version/tools. Should have knowledge on Base SAS 9.1.3 version, Enterprise Guide Version 4, SAS/Connect to Oracle, SAS/Macros, SAS/SQL, SAS/EXCEL, EXCEL/Oracle, Optimization techniques for SAS, SAS jobs Scheduling and Monitoring.
2.Manage all aspects of configuration and release management for these deliveries
3.Become fully conversant with existing SAS deliveries
4.Ensure work is delivered on time and to budget and is fit for purpose
5.Delivery of ETL work where appropriate
6. Implementation of new requirements, enhancements and requests for change
7. Defect management
8. Keep design, system and user documentation up-to-date
9. Management of the escalation of problems
10. Liase with 3rd party vendors where required
11. Ensure that the resolution of issues/incidents is dealt with in accordance with defined support service level agreements.
12.Strong SQL read/write knowledge (specifically Oracle and/or DB2)
13. Good interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills
14.Technical documentation skills
15. Understanding of Data-warehouse principles
16. Ability to present ideas in user-friendly language
17. Self-motivated and directed, with keen attention to detail
18. Able to prioritise and execute tasks in a high-pressure environment
19. Experience working in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
20. Trained via SAS or an approved 3rd party