Python Developer (SAS), Systems Modernization REMOTE

SUMMARY

Lead the modernization of core data processing systems. Responsible for translating complex legacy SAS logic into robust high-performance Python solutions. Build and maintain scalable data pipelines that handle large-scale datasets ensuring that our data products are accurate well-documented and optimized for a cloud-native environment. Work with DSD IT Specialists in an integrated team environment.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Analyze existing SAS-based systems and re-implement logic into Python ensuring functional parity while improving maintainability and scalability.
• Design and develop end-to-end pipelines to read clean and transform diverse data formatsincluding SAS datasets Parquet JSON and SQLutilizing larger-than-memory processing techniques.
• Profile and refactor code to eliminate bottlenecks. Implement parallel computing strategies using libraries such as Dask multiprocessing etc. to handle production-scale workloads efficiently.
• Use Python to interface with PostgreSQL for high-volume data storage and retrieval.
• Implement rigorous automated testing and data quality checks (both in-transit and at-rest) to ensure the integrity of critical data assets.
• Maintain high standards for code quality by producing well-documented readable and extensible code. Actively participate in knowledge sharing and peer reviews to foster a collaborative engineering culture.
• Assist DSD with the implementation of Python code solutions using efficient methodologies to utilize the languages strengths.
• Assist DSD in analyzing existing SAS-based systems to glean functional requirements to develop optimized Python-based solutions.
• Use Python to read and reformat large datasets.
• Clearly document and verbally communicate through step-by-step procedures presentations explanations of Python coding configuration settings with rationale shadowing and other techniques deemed appropriate by current staff and/or management to ensure adequate knowledge transfer.
• Attend branch meetings and share technical knowledge clearly.
• Maintain regular communication with team as required.
• Maintain regular and punctual attendance.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

None.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of experience improving code performance such as the ability to profile and refactor code to identify bottlenecks and overhead preferably on production code.
• Experience writing high-quality code that is well documented and easy to read use maintain and extend.
• Ability to perform basic Linux commands as an end user.
• Experience with data validation in a statistical processing environment.
• Proficiency in Python including reading and reformatting large data files.
• Experience with Parquet SQL JSON and larger-than-memory datasets.
• Experience with libraries like PySpark multiprocessing Dask and code profiling tools.
• Experience in Linux environments and cloud-native resources (e.g. AWS).
• Strong SQL skills specifically with PostgreSQL integration.
• Version control (Git) unit testing and technical documentation.
• Must pass the Census Bureau Security Investigation / background investigation.

DESIRED QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• Five (5) to seven (7) years of related experience with backend and front-end development relational databases and application development or an equivalent combination of experience preferred.
• Bachelors degree in computer science or related field is preferred.
• Ability to read and interpret SAS code; SAS programming experience preferred.
• Familiar with database designs that balance usability with functionality.
• Cloud computing experience preferably with Amazon Web Services (AWS) is a plus.

WORK SCHEDULE

Full-time. May be required to work additional hours as needed to complete assignment or project.

TRAVEL

None.

DRIVING REQUIREMENTS

None.

WORK ENVIRONMENT

Work is expected to be remote; however the company reserves the right to require onsite work.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

Position consists of sitting for long periods of time using hands/ fingers handling reaching with hands and arms speaking or translating. Periods of walking standing bending kneeling stooping crouching and lifting equipment weighing up to 10 pounds. Moderate to extended periods of office work with heavy periods of computer usage. May be assigned occasional to moderate periods of analytical tasks requiring extensive reasoning abilities. It is Katmais business philosophy and practice to provide reasonable accommodations according to applicable state and federal laws to all qualified individuals with physical or mental disabilities.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS PACKAGE

• Pay range: $145kto $150kper year.
• Eligible Benefits: Medical Dental Vision Life & AD&D Insurance Long-Term & Short-Term Disability Insurance 401(k) Savings Plan Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Paid Time Off (PTO) 11 Paid Federal Holidays and Leave of Absence.

Compliance:

To be considered for this position all applicants must apply on the company website are a VEVRAA Federal Contractor

We are an equal opportunity employer and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race colorreligion sex sexual orientation gender identity or national origin disability status protected veteran status marital status familial status or any other characteristic protected by law. Preference will be given to Ouzinkie Shareholders Descendants of Shareholders and Spouses of Shareholders in accordance with Title 43 U.S. Code 1626(g) and Title 42 U.S. Code 2000e - 2(i).