Senior Data Engineer - SAS to Python Migration

Senior Data Engineer - SAS to Python Migration

Location: McLean, VA (Onsite 5 days)

Duration: ASAP - 12/31 (with potential extension)

Experience: 5-9 Years

Role Overview


Our client is seeking a Senior Data Engineer to lead the migration of complex SAS codebases to Python as part of a large-scale data modernization initiative. This hands-on role focuses on converting legacy logic into scalable, high-performance Python solutions within a financial data environment. The ideal candidate brings deep SAS and Python expertise, strong data engineering fundamentals, and experience modernizing enterprise data pipelines.


Responsibilities & Qualifications

• Analyze, document, and migrate complex SAS scripts into Python
• Design and implement efficient, maintainable Python solutions
• Leverage GitHub and AI-assisted tools to accelerate and standardize code conversion
• Collaborate with business and technology teams to validate requirements and outputs
• Develop automated testing strategies to ensure accuracy and data integrity
• Support and enhance ETL pipelines and data warehouse environments
• Document migration approaches, standards, and processes

Requirements

• 5+ years of hands-on SAS programming experience
• 4+ years of professional Python development experience
• Proven experience migrating or rewriting SAS code into Python
• Strong SQL and data engineering experience; Snowflake, DB2, or similar platforms preferred
• Experience with ETL processes, data governance, and large-scale data environments
• Familiarity with GitHub and version control best practices
• Mortgage or financial services experience preferred
• AWS cloud experience is a plus
• Strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills