Job Description
We are looking for an Analytics Tester.
Plans, documents, and performs functional, validation, and systematic testing for new and existing software.
Numerical validation includes: independent coding, cross-validation with existing SAS products or third-party products, equivalence, simulation, or predictive performance.
Reports defects, evaluates fix requests, and verifies fixes.
Automates regression testing on all applicable platforms and maintains benchmarks.
Reviews software design during development stage and provides feedback to developers.
Stays current with analytical methodologies by researching literature, and participating in courses or conferences.
Communicates with developers, product marketing managers, and industry experts to define testing strategies and coverage.
Reviews software documentation and provides feedback.
Assist Tech Support and consultants in resolving customer issues.
Additional requirements
Expected to ask questions and seek assistance as required without prompting.
Works on problems of moderate scope where analysis of situations or data requires consideration of a variety of factors. Exercises some independent judgment to determine appropriate action. Builds productive working relationships across teams.
Receives minimal guidance on day-to-day work and moderate guidance on new projects or assignments.
Developing professional expertise; applies acquired skills and company policies and procedures to resolve a variety of issues.
Mandatory Skills
Programming skills in data management and analysis.
Advanced knowledge in several analytical disciplines.
Basic modular programming skills (e.g., SAS Macro, functions/modules in Python or Lua).
Basic scripting skills for test automation.
Total Years of Relevant experience
Two-Three years of related experience or some related experience with a Ph.D.
Master’s degree or a Ph.D. in statistics, biostatistics, applied mathematics, economics or a related field.
Requisition ID: 20048271
Travel Requirements: None
External Company Name: SAS Institute Inc
External Company URL: www.sas.com