Sr Software Developer​/Golang

Senior Software Developer (Java / Go) - Hybrid, Cary, NC

We are a leader in data and AI, providing software and services that empower customers worldwide to transform data into intelligence.

The Platform Data Interface team in the Platform Services division seeks a Senior Software Developer. The team builds and maintains the access layer for application storage solutions in the SAS Viya Platform using Golang and other technologies. You will help maintain and improve these technologies, adhere to SLAs and security requirements, and develop new data storage and access solutions.

• Designs and develops high‑quality, testable, and scalable software solutions within established timelines while following R&D best practices.
• Actively involves other project stakeholders (e.g., managers, developers, UI and visual designers, product managers) to ensure implementations satisfy functional requirements and align with R&D standards.
• Participates in project scoping and scheduling; tracks task progress and alerts stakeholders of blocking issues.
• Ensures quality through functional, unit, and performance testing; collaborates with testing teams by reviewing test plans and recommending updates for code changes.
• Maintains accountability for the entire life cycle of the code, including support for internal and external consumers.
• Collaborates with technical writers to produce design and technical documentation for both internal and external audiences.
• Participates in open‑source projects on behalf of SAS.
• Ensures all applicable security policies and processes are followed to meet the organization’s secure software development goals.
• Embraces curiosity, passion, authenticity, and accountability—core organizational values.

• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related quantitative field.
• 8+ years of experience as a developer on large software projects.
• Experience writing Golang and/or Java.
• Experience with relational databases.
• Experience using Git Hub for source management.
• Experience with integration, regression, and unit testing.
• Experience using Agile development practices.
• Experience operating in a CI/CD environment.
• Experience with Liquibase and/or other database schema management and migration tools.
• Familiarity with data‑persistence in cloud environments.
• Familiarity with various cloud environments and concepts.
• Equivalent combination of related education, training, and experience may be considered.

• Collaboration – Working cooperatively to help a team or group achieve its goals.
• Communication – Conveying information clearly and concisely to individuals or groups, facilitating understanding and retention; actively listening.
• Technological savvy – Leveraging practical knowledge of recent technology tools, solutions, and trends to improve results and seize new business opportunities.
• Quality orientation – Accomplishing tasks by considering all involved aspects, ensuring thorough checks and sustained vigilance.
• Experience developing applications in Kubernetes.
• Experience developing Kubernetes CRDs and Operators.
• Experience shipping packaged commercial software.
• Experience in Dev Ops/SRE.
• Familiarity with optimizing database access patterns.

• Comprehensive medical, prescription, dental, and vision plans.
• Medical plan options include:
  • PPO with low annual deductible and copays.
  • HDHP combined with a health savings account with a SAS contribution (no on‑site health care center access).
• Onsite Health Care Center (HQ) free to employees and PPO‑enrolled family members; pharmacy ships prescriptions at no extra charge.
• Industry‑leading 401(k) plan.
• Tuition Assistance Program and development resources.
• Generous vacation, paid holidays, and a U.S. Winter Wellness Break (Dec 25 – Jan 1).
• Volunteer Time Off, parental leave, and unlimited paid sick days.
• Generous childcare benefits for all full‑time employees.

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States and must not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. SAS is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to any characteristic protected by law.
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