Our client, one of the largest financial services firms, is seeking an SAS Programmer
Location: Ohio, OH
Position Type: Contract
Job Summary:
The Retail Services area is seeking a SAS developer with demonstrated experience in managing data processes for Global Compliance initiatives. The primary responsibilities of this position include SAS coding on Unix/Grid, testing, debugging, and creating SAS datasets for internal team to use. He or she will also involve in business-driven data content validation against application or dataset in Unix environment, and summarize data to create reports. Working knowledge of SAS on Unix is a must. The ideal candidate will be comfortable delivering results quickly in a fast-paced environment while working on multiple deliverables.
Qualification and skills:
-7 years of advanced SAS experience (macros, data management, data profiling and reporting)
-Unix scripting experience (scripts, vi etc.)
-SQL and database experience
-Experience working with large volumes of data in the financial services industry
-Experience with credit card industry is a plus; experience with Anti-money Laundry or Know Your Customer initiate is a plus
-ETL experience is a plus
-Strong trouble-shooting and problem-solving skills; ability to independently track down answers and research data issues across multiple system touch point
-Superior communication skills (oral and documentation)
-Team player collaborating with technical, business, and offshore teams
-Experience in MS Office/Excel and SharePoint
-Ability to work in a fast-paced environment independently