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Senior SAS Programmer

Remote, Bilbao·Added today (last checked 29 Oct)

TheWhiteam

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Our summary

Payments: 14 salary payments a year
Work mode: Remote (Bilbao)
Experience: 4+ years
Benefits: Private health insurance, flexible pay plan

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Skills

Nice to have

This job advert was originally written in Spanish.

Requirements

What we're looking for

Minimum experience of 4 years in SAS programming and development.
Solid knowledge of SAS Base, SAS Enterprise Guide, and SAS Viya.
Experience in SAS programming using DATA Step, PROC SQL, and Macros.
Experience in the development, maintenance, and optimization of data processing and transformation processes.
Knowledge of information source integration, ETL/ELT processes, data modeling, and exploitation of large volumes of information.
Experience in optimization and automation of SAS processes, code debugging, and performance analysis.
Knowledge of library and dataset management.
Experience in incident resolution, maintenance of production processes, and execution of batch loads in Linux/Unix environments.
Knowledge of SAS Data Integration Studio and SAS Management Console.
Residency in the Basque Country, preferably in Bizkaia, as occasional visits to the offices may be necessary.

Nice to have

Experience in SAS Visual Analytics, SAS Data Quality, SAS 9.4, and SAS Viya.
Knowledge of SQL, Python, and Git.
Experience in Data Warehouse architectures.
Knowledge of integration with Oracle, Teradata, or SQL Server databases.
Experience in data platform modernization projects or migration to Cloud environments.
Official SAS certifications.

Pay & benefits

What you'll get

Competitive salary according to profile and experience.
Joining a technological project in a corporate environment.
Opportunity to work with SAS technologies and data management and exploitation solutions.

Additionally, I am also sharing a brief summary of the company's policies so you can get to know us a little better:

• Our collective agreement is that of Consulting Firms and Market Studies

• We have 23 days of vacation per year

• We have 14 paychecks, 12 monthly and two extras (June and December)

• As flexible compensation, we can request nursery vouchers and also medical + dental insurance.

The role

At The Whiteam Consulting we are looking for a Senior SAS Programmer with 4 years of experience in corporate environments for data processing, integration, and exploitation. The position is oriented towards the development, maintenance, and optimization of SAS processes, as well as the automation of data loads and the performance improvement of analytical solutions in business environments.

We seek professionals with solid knowledge of SAS programming and experience in ETL/ELT processes, data modeling, and managing large volumes of information, capable of guaranteeing the efficiency, stability, and quality of production processes.

What you'll do

Development, maintenance, and optimization of data processing and transformation processes using SAS.
Advanced programming with SAS Base, SAS Enterprise Guide, and SAS Viya.
Development and maintenance of SAS code using DATA Step, PROC SQL, and Macros.
Design, execution, and optimization of ETL/ELT processes and integration of different information sources.
Management of libraries and datasets, as well as maintenance and exploitation of large volumes of data.
Automation of processes, execution of batch loads, and maintenance of production processes in Linux/Unix environments.
Performance analysis, code debugging, and optimization of SAS queries and processes.
Incident resolution and technical support in production environments.
Collaboration in modernization and migration tasks of data platforms, including Cloud environments.

About TheWhiteam

TheWhiteam is an IT services and consulting company headquartered in Madrid, Spain, specializing in enterprise technology solutions, particularly around SAP, cloud infrastructure, data analytics, and custom software development. The company serves clients across sectors such as banking, energy, retail, and automotive, offering both project-based consulting and managed services. With a strong focus on SAP implementations and migrations, TheWhiteam has built a reputation as a reliable partner for complex enterprise transformations.

TheWhiteam has a significant presence in Spain, with offices in Madrid and Barcelona, and offers a mix of hybrid and fully remote roles across the country. The company is known for its flexible work arrangements, including 100% remote positions for many roles, which is attractive to international professionals. TheWhiteam actively hires consultants and developers with expertise in SAP, Java, Oracle, and cloud technologies, and provides opportunities for career growth in a dynamic, project-driven environment. For international candidates, the company offers a pathway to work in Spain's thriving tech sector, with many roles requiring Spanish language skills, though some technical positions may be accessible to English speakers.

Industry: IT Services
Founded: 2015
Employees: 100–500
Headquarters: Madrid, Spain
In Spain: Madrid, Barcelona

Good to know if you are moving

TheWhiteam offers many 100% remote roles across Spain, which can be ideal for international professionals seeking flexibility.
The company has offices in Madrid and Barcelona, providing opportunities for in-person collaboration if desired.
Most roles require Spanish language proficiency, so international candidates should have at least conversational Spanish.
TheWhiteam works with clients in banking, energy, and retail, offering exposure to large-scale enterprise projects.
The company provides a hybrid work model for some roles, with 2 days per week in the office, which can help with integration.

In their own words

About the company & team

Being part of THEWHITEAM is collaborating with a company made up of professionals with extensive experience in technological consulting.

We firmly believe that companies and clients set the path to follow in the sector, but people build it. We consider it of vital importance that our organization is based on our best asset and added value, which is our human team.

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