Lead Sas/Python Developer

OverviewAdastra is seeking a Lead SAS/Python Developer to support a large-scale modernization initiative focused on migrating legacy SAS-based workloads to Anaconda/Python. In this role, you will provide technical leadership for SAS decommissioning and migration activities, while remaining hands-on in application migration, automation development, governance activities, and modernization of analytical processes. You will work across technical and business teams to lead the migration or retirement of active SAS workloads, establish development standards, guide technical implementation, and ensure the scalability, reliability, and maintainability of analytical solutions.
Primary Location:
Across Canada or USA (must be able to work Central (CST) hours)
Work Model:
Fully Remote
Employment Type:
Contractor or Full-Time
Vacancy Status:
New
RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide technical leadership and hands-on development throughout SAS-to-Python migration and modernization initiatives
Analyze complex business and technical requirements to design scalable solutions and define technical approaches
Lead the interpretation and migration of SAS programs, datasets, and processes to Python-based environments
Develop, test, and maintain high-quality Python applications and scripts
Build and support Unix-based automation and data processing pipelines
Establish and promote development standards, coding best practices, and reusable patterns across the team
Conduct code and technical design reviews and provide guidance to developers
Optimize applications for performance, scalability, reliability, and maintainability
Identify technical risks, dependencies, and migration challenges and drive solutions through to resolution
Maintain technical documentation and source code repositories using Git
Collaborate with business stakeholders, developers, infrastructure teams, and other technical partners to deliver migration and modernization objectives
Act as a technical point of contact for development and migration activities, supporting technical decision-making across the initiative
QUALIFICATIONS, SKILLS & EXPERIENCE
Senior/Lead-level software development experience, including demonstrated experience providing technical leadership within complex development or modernization initiatives
Strong hands-on expertise in Python, including Anaconda, as well as SQL and SAS
Strong ability to understand, interpret, and modernize complex SAS programs and workflows
Experience with relational databases, including Netezza and Redshift
Strong Linux/Unix scripting experience
Experience with CRON scheduling and automation
Strong experience with unit testing, debugging, code optimization, and performance tuning
Experience conducting code reviews, establishing development standards, and guiding other developers on technical implementation
Ability to own technical solutions from requirements and design through development, testing, and implementation
Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and problem-solving skills
Strong written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to communicate technical concepts and recommendations to both technical and business stakeholders
Ability to collaborate effectively across technical and business teams
Commitment to code quality, accuracy, maintainability, and continuous improvement
Ability to work within CST hours is preferred
NICE TO HAVE
Familiarity with GitHub and GitHub Copilot
Working knowledge of SAS Enterprise Guide
Working knowledge of JupyterHub
Previous experience leading or supporting large-scale SAS-to-Python migration or SAS decommissioning initiatives
Experience mentoring or providing technical direction to development teams
ABOUT ADASTRAAdastra is a global leader in AI and data-driven transformation, helping organizations lead with artificial intelligence-responsibly, strategically, and at scale. With over 25 years of experience, Adastra empowers enterprise clients to unlock business value through data innovation, operational excellence, and smart customer engagement.
Trusted by some of the world’s most prominent brands, Adastra delivers end-to-end solutions grounded in thoughtful strategy, robust governance, and deep technical expertise. From defining vision to ensuring execution, Adastra guides organizations through every stage of their AI, data and cloud journey-building future-ready capabilities and delivering measurable, lasting impact.
Adastra serves clients across key industries including financial services, automotive, manufacturing, technology, media and telecom (TMT), healthcare, retail, and professional services. The company employs more than 2,000 professionals across North America, Europe, and Asia.
WHAT WE OFFER
Opportunity for advancement and career progression
Competitive compensation
Successful referral program
The opportunity to work with one of Canada’s 50 Best Managed Companies
Satisfaction of working for a reputable company
A flexible, dynamic, and diverse workplace
EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYERIn our commitment to promote fair and equitable treatment of all employees and applicants, Adastra Corporation provides equal employment opportunities for all individuals regardless of age, sex, disability, race, ethnic origin, citizenship, creed, sexual orientation, marital status, or any other ground as described in the Ontario Human Rights Code.In addition, accommodation will be provided during the hiring process. Adastra Corporation’s implementation and support of employment initiatives, encourage diversified labour force participation and equal access to opportunities based on merit and performance.
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