Software Developer (Java/Spring) – Hybrid | Cary, North Carolina

Nice to meet you!  

We’re a leader in data and AI. Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence – and questions into answers.

We’re also a debt-free multi-billion-dollar organization on our path to IPO-readiness. If you’re looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career coupled with flexibility and world-class employee experience, you’ll find it here.

About the job 

The Midtier Platform team within the SAS9 division is seeking a Software Developer, specializing in Java/Spring,  to help build and maintain the core platform that supports all SAS9 web-based products. The team focuses on securing and modernizing the platform, improving quality and performance, and resolving field-reported issues. In this role, you’ll design, develop, and update scalable, maintainable software, troubleshoot issues, and work with SAS Technical Support to assist customers. This is a key opportunity to contribute to a platform that underpins a broad range of SAS products.

As a Software Developer (Java/Spring), you will:  

• Develop high-quality, testable, and scalable software solutions in Java on Windows and Linux, adhering to R&D best practices and timelines.
• Collaborate with developers, testers, and product teams to ensure solutions meet functional requirements and quality standards.
• Participate in design, code, and documentation reviews.
• Implement automated unit, functional, and performance testing to ensure software reliability.
• Support the full software lifecycle, including maintenance and technical assistance for internal and external users.
• Participate in open-source projects on behalf of SAS.
• Ensure that all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization’s secure software development goals.

Required Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience designing and developing scalable, enterprise-grade software systems.
• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related quantitative field.
• Proficient in Java and Spring, with development experience on both Windows and Linux platforms.
• Solid background in large-scale, web-based enterprise application development.
• Skilled in modern development tools and methodologies, including Git, GitHub, Gerrit, and CVS.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills.
• Demonstrated ability to quickly learn and apply new technologies.
• Proven track record of contributing to team success in cross-functional environments.
• You’re curious, passionate, authentic and accountable. These are our values and influence everything we do.

Preferred Qualifications

• Knowledge of the SAS 9 product line and middle tier architecture.

World-class benefits  

Highlights include...

• 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 contribution from SAS (no access to on-site health care center).
• Onsite Health Care Center (HQ) that’s free to employees and family members enrolled in the PPO plan. There’s a pharmacy too! Not local to HQ? The pharmacy will ship prescriptions for no additional charge!
• An industry-leading 401k plan.
• Generous time away including vacation time, a variety of paid holidays, and our much-loved U.S. Winter Wellness Break between December 25 and January 1.
• Volunteer Time Off, parental leave and unlimited paid sick days.
• Generous childcare benefits for all full-time employees.

Diverse and Inclusive  

At SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture – it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our diverse workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers. Our commitment to diversity is a priority to our leadership, all the way up to the top; and it’s essential to who we are. To put it plainly: you are welcome here.

Additional Information

To qualify, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States, and should not require, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status. SAS is an equal opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants are considered for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Read more: Know Your Rights. Also view the Pay Transparency notice.

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