Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration
On behalf of our Banking client, Procom is searching for a Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration for an 8-month role. This position is a hybrid position with 4 days onsite at our client’s Toronto office.
Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration - Job Description:
The project involves leading the strategic migration of legacy SAS applications to a modern Python-based ecosystem. The role focuses on code conversion, ensuring logic accuracy, and optimizing code for performance within the new platform.
Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration - Responsibilities:
- Translate existing SAS scripts into Python for critical deliverables including IFRS9 Model, Risk Campaigns, and Reporting and Analytics.
- Ensure logic accuracy and functional equivalence, optimizing code for performance and maintainability in the Python environment.
- Execute simultaneous runs of legacy SAS and new Python processes to verify identical outputs and mitigate transition risks.
- Leverage advanced data mining techniques and statistical modeling methodologies to extract, analyze, and validate complex datasets.
- Create comprehensive data dictionary and establish end-to-end data lineage, documenting data origin, transformation, and movement throughout its lifecycle.
Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration - Mandatory Skills:
- Advanced SAS and Python expertise
- Proven SAS-to-Python migration experience
- Excellent technical documentation and communication abilities
- Proficiency in data profiling, validation, and quality assurance
- Data lineage mapping and data dictionary development expertise
- Strong understanding of IFRS9 modeling and credit risk analytics
Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration – Nice-to-Have Skills:
- Master’s degree or equivalent in statistical background
- Financial institution background
- Parallel testing and validation capabilities
- Experience with regulatory compliance and auditability
- Accessible, Teamwork, Problem-Solving, Communication
Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration – Assignment Length:
This is an 8-month contract position.
Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration - Start Date:
ASAP
Data Scientist – Python/SAS Migration - Assignment Location:
Toronto, Ontario, Canada. This position is hybrid with 4 days per week in the office.
