Sr SAS Developer

Req ID: NTT DATA strives to hire exceptional, innovative and passionate individuals who want to grow with us. If you want to be part of an inclusive, adaptable, and forward-thinking organization, apply now. We are currently seeking a Sr SAS Developer to join our team in Halifax, Nova Scotia (CA-NS), Canada (CA) . Job Duties and Responsibilities Seeking a highly skilled SAS Developer with strong Data Science capabilities to design, develop, and optimize data‑driven solutions. This role combines advanced SAS programming with modern data science techniques to deliver actionable insights, predictive models, and robust analytics for business decision‑making. SAS Development Design, develop, and maintain SAS programs for data extraction, transformation, and loading (ETL). Create and optimize SAS macros, stored processes, and automated workflows. Ensure data integrity and compliance with organizational standards. Data Science & Analytics Apply statistical modeling, machine learning, and predictive analytics to solve business problems. Perform exploratory data analysis (EDA) and feature engineering for model development. Build and validate models using Python/R alongside SAS tools. Interpret and present insights through dashboards, reports, and visualizations. Data Management Work with large, complex datasets from multiple sources (structured and unstructured). Implement data quality checks and governance practices. Collaboration & Communication Partner with business stakeholders to understand requirements and translate them into technical solutions. Document processes, models, and workflows for transparency and reproducibility. Basic Qualifications Minimum 8+ years of experience in the required role with strong proficiency in SAS Base, SAS Macro, SAS SQL, and SAS Enterprise Guide. Minimum 8+ hours of hands‑on experience with Python or R for data science tasks. Minimum 8+ years of knowledge of machine learning algorithms, statistical techniques, and predictive modeling. Familiarity with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau). Minimum 8+ years of experience with large datasets, relational databases (SQL), and data warehousing concepts. Strong analytical and problem‑solving skills. Excellent communication and documentation abilities. Education Degree: Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Data Science, or related field. Nice to Have (but not mandatory) Experience in healthcare, finance, or insurance analytics. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and big data technologies (Hadoop, Spark). About NTT DATA NTT DATA is a $30 billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise‑scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 50 countries. EEO Statement NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. For Pay Transparency information, please refer to our website. For more information on your EEO rights under the law, please visit our EEO policy statements. #J-18808-Ljbffr