SAS Model Developer - Contractor
4 days ago
Liverpool
Contract: 6 months Rate: £450 per day (Inside IR35) Location: Remote with occasional visits to Liverpool We are seeking an experienced SAS Model Developer to join a high-profile programme, supporting the design, development, validation, and deployment of statistical and predictive models. This is an excellent opportunity for a hands‑on SAS specialist with strong modelling expertise and a passion for delivering data‑driven solutions at scale. • Design, develop, and implement statistical, predictive, pricing, or risk models using SAS., • Build modelling datasets, feature engineering pipelines, and variable transformations., • Develop model logic, segmentation rules, scoring algorithms, and scenario simulations., • Translate business and model requirements into robust, efficient SAS solutions., • Develop high-quality SAS programs using Base SAS, SAS Macros, Data Step, and SAS SQL., • Build and maintain automated model execution, scoring, and monitoring processes., • Optimise SAS code to improve performance, scalability, and maintainability., • Ensure coding standards and best practices are followed throughout development., • Perform model testing, back‑testing, sensitivity analysis, and stress testing., • Validate data quality, assumptions, sampling methodologies, and model performance., • Support governance activities through comprehensive testing and validation documentation., • Assist with regulatory reviews and audit requirements where applicable., • Analyse large and complex datasets to identify trends, patterns, and business opportunities., • Provide analytical support and performance insights to stakeholders., • Produce technical documentation, model specifications, impact assessments, and reporting artefacts., • Convert prototype models into production‑ready SAS code., • Support model implementation, scoring deployment, version control, and monitoring activities., • Work closely with Data Engineering and Technology teams to deploy solutions into controlled environments., • Monitor model performance and recommend enhancements as required., • 5+ years of commercial SAS programming experience., • Strong hands‑on experience with:, • Base SAS, • SAS Macros, • SAS Data Step Programming, • SAS SQL, • SAS Enterprise Guide and/or SAS Studio, • Proven experience developing and deploying analytical or predictive models., • Strong understanding of:, • Linear and Logistic Regression, • Time Series Forecasting, • Segmentation Models, • Risk, Pricing, or Predictive Modelling, • Experience across the full Model Development Lifecycle (MDLC):, • Development, • Testing, • Validation, • Documentation, • Production Deployment, • Advanced data extraction, cleansing, transformation, and feature engineering skills., • Experience working with large datasets and complex data workflows., • Strong problem‑solving and stakeholder communication skills., • Experience within financial services, insurance, risk, or large‑scale analytical environments., • Knowledge of model governance frameworks and regulatory requirements., • Exposure to cloud‑based analytics platforms and modern data engineering practices., • £450 per day Inside IR35., • Fully remote working arrangement., • Occasional visits to Liverpool., • Initial 6‑month contract with potential for extension., • Opportunity to work on large‑scale modelling and analytics initiatives with significant business impact. #J-18808-Ljbffr