SAS Programmer
Downtown Chicago
10 months
$48/hr W2
$52/hr ctc

. Minimum of 5 years programming in SAS base, 3 years with SAS macros.
. Proven analytical skills. Evidence of working with data, including large and complex data sets, synthesizing information, presenting results, and creative problem solving. Strong attention to detail.
. Experience with MS Access and SQL server(SQL 2005 or Sql Server Management Studio (SSMS)). Ability to extract and join information from multiple sources using a variety of tools.
. Able to execute many analyses in either SAS or Access.
. Detailed experience with MS Excel.
. Experience in documenting code and processes.
. Ability to collaborate with others as a team member.
. Work with minimal supervision. Show initiative and proactively expand role.
. Demonstrate ability to learn new skills.
. Experience with query and reporting tools such as Business Objects preferable.
. Experience with large files (1MM records).
. Download data from existing source systems and convert to SAS files. Document data elements and files and track down reference tables where necessary.
. Perform data transformations and joins to create necessary data views.
. Adapt existing SAS code and create new code for price modeling in accordance with the requirements.
. Determine which quality assurance functions are required for an analysis, system, or data source, such as reconciling data to financial reports and testing systems and processes. Follow protocols for file transfers diligently.
. Will require some work outside normal business hours to meet file turnaround deadlines.
. Act to improve work process through streamlining and automation.
. Exhibit a positive, enthusiastic, and collaborative attitude.

Best Regards,

Brian D. Easter
Technical Recruiting Manager
Ajilon Consulting | 5600 N. River Rd., Suite 760 | Rosemont, IL 60018
847-737-2202 ext. 232 | 847-737-2255 fax | 773-716-8433 cell
| www.ajilonconsulting.com
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