Senior SAS Systems Engineer

SMART TECH SKILLS LLC

Senior SAS Systems Engineer

Boston, MA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    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 on‑premises 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 HTTPS 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 on‑prem 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 Pre‑Installation Requirements Documentation (PIRD)

    Provide knowledge transfer to internal teams for ongoing support and maintenance

    Required Qualifications

    Bachelor’s 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 on‑premises to cloud environments

    Familiarity with AWS cloud infrastructure

    Experience working with both Windows and Linux server environments

    Strong troubleshooting and problem‑solving 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