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Senior SAS Systems Engineer

SMART TECH SKILLS LLC

Job Description

Job Description

Benefits:

  • Competitive salary
Location:
Onsite: Chelsea, MA

Experience Level
Mid Level (3 to 5 years of relevant experience)

Role Overview
The Senior Software Engineer supports the migration of a legacy analytics platform from onpremises infrastructure to AWS cloud environments. This role is responsible for installing, configuring, and validating SAS 9.4 environments, as well as migrating data, users, and application assets. The position works closely with infrastructure, security, and analytics teams to ensure a secure, scalable, and reliable transition aligned with enterprise standards.

Key Responsibilities

SAS Installation & Configuration
  • Install and configure SAS 9.4m8 on AWS-based infrastructure
  • Set up SAS environments with secure communication protocols
  • Apply required patches and hot fixes to maintain system stability
Migration Planning & Execution
  • Participate in project kickoff and requirements gathering activities
  • Define and execute migration plans for transitioning onprem servers to AWS
  • Consolidate and migrate multiple server tiers into cloud-based infrastructure
  • Migrate SAS metadata, users, and configurations to the new environment
Data & Asset Migration
  • Migrate file system content including SAS datasets, programs, source code, and project files
  • Support migration of SAS Enterprise Guide assets and related components
  • Configure SAS libraries and access layers to align with organizational requirements
Validation, Testing & Troubleshooting

  • Perform post-installation validation and system testing
  • Support UAT activities and resolve migration-related issues
  • Troubleshoot system, configuration, and data issues during and after migration
Infrastructure & Security Compliance
  • Complete required security and compliance checklists and validations
  • Ensure alignment with enterprise security and operational standards
  • Support cloud infrastructure integration across Windows and Linux environments
Documentation & Knowledge Transfer
  • Develop technical documentation including installation procedures and migration steps
  • Produce PreInstallation Requirements Documentation (PIRD)
  • Provide knowledge transfer to internal teams for ongoing support and maintenance
Required Qualifications
  • Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience
  • 3 to 5 years of experience in software engineering or systems engineering roles
  • Experience installing and configuring SAS (version 9.4 or similar)
  • Experience supporting system migrations from onpremises to cloud environments
  • Familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure
  • Experience working with both Windows and Linux server environments
  • Strong troubleshooting and problemsolving skills
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
Preferred Qualifications
  • Experience working with enterprise analytics or data platforms
  • Experience with SAS Enterprise Guide and related SAS components
  • Experience with security and compliance frameworks in cloud environments
  • Experience supporting large-scale infrastructure or platform migrations
Core Skills & Attributes
  • Strong analytical and technical troubleshooting capabilities
  • Ability to execute structured migration and implementation plans
  • Attention to detail in system configuration and validation processes
  • Ability to work collaboratively across technical teams
  • Strong documentation and knowledge transfer skills
  • Ability to manage tasks within defined timelines
  • Adaptability in evolving technical environments
  • Proactive approach to identifying and resolving technical challenges
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