Python Developer- SAS

Sparibis
US - District of Columbia - Washington
January 17, 2025

Location: 100% Remote

Years' Experience: 5+ years professional experience

Education: Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field is preferred.

Clearance: Applicants must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust security clearance. NOTE: United States Citizenship is required as part of the eligibility criteria to be able to obtain this type of security clearance.

Key Skills:
Experience with Python related packages, tools, and products such as NumPy, Pandas, Anaconda, Jupyter Notebook, and VS code.
Experience with SAS Software such as Advanced Base SAS, SAS Macro Language, and SAS ODS software.
Experience with PostgreSQL Databases and related languages, tools, and products such as pgAdmin, and PL/pgSQL.
Experience with Version control software such as Git, GitLab or GitHub.
Experience with Linux terminal or other tools to allow for executing from the command line.
Experience with Microsoft suite including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, SharePoint, and Teams.
Responsibilities Assist with the implementation of Python code solutions using efficient methodologies to utilize the language's strengths.
Assist in analyzing existing SAS-based system to glean functional requirements to develop optimized, Python-based solutions.
Write high quality code that is well-documented and easy to read, use, and maintain.
Use Python to read and reformat large datasets.
Improve Python code performance.
Ideally, have familiarity with SAS code.
Ideally have familiarity with database designs that balance usability with functionality.
Attend branch meetings and share technical knowledge clearly.
Work with customers and subject matter experts to capture and document business needs and processes through meetings and requirements gathering.
Make recommendations concerning the feasibility of revising existing applications or developing new approaches to utilize resources more effectively.
Troubleshoot issues as needed and work with appropriate resources to resolve problems.
Assist with developing proof-in-concepts, pilots, and alternatives analysis.
Provide excellent verbal and written communication skills.
Provide thorough documentation based on company standards. Documentation includes but is not limited to formal specifications and/or systems logical diagrams, training, and in-code documentation.
Participate in code and peer reviews, as well as formal walkthroughs as directed.
Conduct formal presentations and provide written documents outlining any issues and concerns to Management.
Utilize version control system regularly to ensure all developed code is readily available to staff.
Review the existing software systems and make recommendations to improve the design.
Provide weekly and/or daily status reports in requested format to tasks manager or as directed.
The contractor shall work with and train designated IT specialists to ensure that the system is fully understood by those designated individuals responsible for maintaining the system once released to production.
Ideally have knowledge of using GitLab or GitHub to configure pipelines for CI/CD.
Maintain regular communications with team as required.
Other duties as assigned.
Qualifications Bachelor's degree in computer science or related field is preferred.
Security Clearance: employee must pass the Census Bureau Security Investigation / background investigation.
It is preferred to have 5 to 7 years + of related experience with backend and front-end development, relational database and developing applications or equivalent combination of experience.
Data engineering expertise and experience.
Experience using Python to read and reformat large data files.
Experience improving code performance: able to profile and refactor code and find bottlenecks and overheads, preferably on production code.
Experience writing high quality code: well-documented and easy to read, use, maintain, and extend.
Experience with Linux: able to perform basic commands as an end user.
Experience with data validation in a statistical processing environment.
Experience Cloud computing, preferably with Amazon Web Service, is a plus.
Experience with statistical Analysis System (SAS) programming experience is a plus.

About Sparibis

Sparibis LLC is a professional solution firm that Clients rely on to access the best talent to drive their business success.

Sparibis is an equal opportunity employer that values diversity at all levels. All individuals, regardless of personal characteristics, are encouraged to apply.

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