{"schemaVersion":"jobsearcher.job.v1","id":"dc2fc4f75059ac094fd1db32","url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc2fc4f75059ac094fd1db32","canonicalUrl":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc2fc4f75059ac094fd1db32","title":"SAS to Python / R Migration Developer","description":"The SAS to Python/R Migration Developer is responsible for hands-on conversion, testing, and validation of SAS analytical code into Python and/or R under the guidance of a migration architect. This role focuses on execution quality, code accuracy, and reproducibility.This is a build-and-deliver role for someone who enjoys translating logic and making things work correctly.Key ResponsibilitiesConvert SAS programs into Python and/or R code following defined standardsTranslate:SAS DATA stepsPROC SQLStatistical PROCsSAS Macros into Python/R functions or modulesImplement data ingestion, transformation, and analytics workflowsPerform side-by-side validation of SAS vs Python/R outputsDebug discrepancies in calculations or statistical resultsWrite clean, maintainable, well-documented Python/R codeDevelop unit tests and validation scriptsOptimize performance for large datasetsCollaborate closely with architects and data stakeholdersParticipate in code reviews and knowledge transferRequirements4+ years of analytics or data engineering experienceStrong hands-on SAS programming experienceStrong proficiency in Python and/or RPractical experience translating business logic across languagesFamiliarity with:Pandas / NumPy / SciPy or tidyverse / data.tableSQL and relational data conceptsExperience validating statistical and analytical outputsNice to HavePrior participation in SAS migration projectsExperience with Git, CI/CD, and automated testingExposure to cloud-based analytics environmentsUnderstanding of performance tuning in Python or RBenefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insurance","company":"Ignite It","rawCompany":"ignite it","city":"Suitland","state":"MD","isRemote":false,"isActive":false,"createdAt":"2026-04-12T17:40:33.098Z","occupations":[{"code":"15-1252.00","title":"Software Developers","slug":"software-developers"},{"code":"15-1243.01","title":"Data Warehousing Specialists","slug":"data-warehousing-specialists"},{"code":"15-2051.00","title":"Data Scientists","slug":"data-scientists"}],"industries":[{"code":"541511","title":"Custom Computer Programming Services","slug":"custom-computer-programming-services"},{"code":"541512","title":"Computer Systems Design Services","slug":"computer-systems-design-services"},{"code":"513210","title":"Software Publishers","slug":"software-publishers"}],"jobPosting":{"@context":"https://schema.org","@type":"JobPosting","title":"SAS to Python / R Migration Developer","description":"The SAS to Python/R Migration Developer is responsible for hands-on conversion, testing, and validation of SAS analytical code into Python and/or R under the guidance of a migration architect. This role focuses on execution quality, code accuracy, and reproducibility.This is a build-and-deliver role for someone who enjoys translating logic and making things work correctly.Key ResponsibilitiesConvert SAS programs into Python and/or R code following defined standardsTranslate:SAS DATA stepsPROC SQLStatistical PROCsSAS Macros into Python/R functions or modulesImplement data ingestion, transformation, and analytics workflowsPerform side-by-side validation of SAS vs Python/R outputsDebug discrepancies in calculations or statistical resultsWrite clean, maintainable, well-documented Python/R codeDevelop unit tests and validation scriptsOptimize performance for large datasetsCollaborate closely with architects and data stakeholdersParticipate in code reviews and knowledge transferRequirements4+ years of analytics or data engineering experienceStrong hands-on SAS programming experienceStrong proficiency in Python and/or RPractical experience translating business logic across languagesFamiliarity with:Pandas / NumPy / SciPy or tidyverse / data.tableSQL and relational data conceptsExperience validating statistical and analytical outputsNice to HavePrior participation in SAS migration projectsExperience with Git, CI/CD, and automated testingExposure to cloud-based analytics environmentsUnderstanding of performance tuning in Python or RBenefits401(k)401(k) matchingDental insuranceFlexible spending accountHealth insuranceLife insurancePaid time offProfessional development assistanceReferral programTuition reimbursementVision insurance","datePosted":"2026-04-12T17:40:33.098Z","dateModified":"2026-04-12T17:40:33.098Z","hiringOrganization":{"@type":"Organization","name":"Ignite It","sameAs":"https://jobsearcher.com"},"jobLocation":{"@type":"Place","address":{"@type":"PostalAddress","addressLocality":"Suitland","addressRegion":"MD","addressCountry":"US"}},"identifier":{"@type":"PropertyValue","name":"JobSearcher","value":"dc2fc4f75059ac094fd1db32"},"url":"https://jobsearcher.com/jobs/dc2fc4f75059ac094fd1db32"}}