Senior SAS Systems Engineer

SMART TECH SKILLS LLC•Boston, MA

5d•Onsite

About The Position

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.

Requirements

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

Nice To Haves

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
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

Responsibilities

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
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
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
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
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
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