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Through our software and services, we inspire customers around the world to transform data into intelligence - and questions into answers.\nIf you're looking for a dynamic, fulfilling career with flexibility and a world-class employee experience, you'll find it here. We're recognized around the world for our inclusive, meaningful culture and innovative technologies by organizations like Fast Company, Forbes, Newsweek and more.\nAbout the job\nThe Research and Development Risk team is looking for an Associate Software Developer. We build and support a cloud-native platform for SAS's financial-risk solutions, used by banks and insurers around the world. The platform runs on Kubernetes and is built from backend services, a SAS programming layer, a web UI, and tooling for deployment and testing.\nWe're a collaborative team that works on new features and customer support, and ships updates regularly. We value careful investigation, clear communication and sharing knowledge.\nAs an Associate Software Developer, you will:\nFix defects and make small improvements across the platform.\nWrite and maintain code and unit tests, following the team's existing patterns.\nAdd and maintain automated tests to keep the product reliable.\nHelp investigate reported issues and learn to find their root cause.\nTrack your work in Jira. Keep tickets up to date with progress, findings and fix details, and link each ticket to its pull request.\nOpen pull requests and take part in code reviews (yours and others').\nUse AI-assisted development tools in your daily work and learn to check their output.\nEnsure all applicable security policies and processes are followed to support the organization's secure software development goals.\nEmbrace curiosity, passion, authenticity and accountability. These are our values and influence everything we do.\nRequired qualifications\nBachelor's degree, or one in progress, in computer science, engineering, mathematics or a related field, or equivalent practical experience. Internships, coursework and personal projects count.\nProgramming experience in at least one language, such as Python, Go, Java or C#.\nBasic SQL, such as writing SELECT queries with joins and filters.\nBasic understanding of REST APIs and HTTP.\nBasic familiarity with Git and the command line.\nCuriosity and patience when debugging, and willingness to ask questions.\nClear written English.\nProof of Right to work in the UK\nEquivalent combination of related education, training and experience may be considered in place of the above qualifications.\nAdditional competencies, knowledge and skills\nCollaboration - Working cooperatively with others to help a team or work group achieve its goals. \nTechnology Savvy - Leveraging one’s practical knowledge and understanding of recent technology tools, solutions, and trends to improve work results, solve work problems, and take advantage of new business opportunities. \n Communication - Conveying information and ideas clearly and concisely to individuals or groups in an engaging manner that helps them understand and retain the message; listening actively to others. \nAny exposure to SAS programming, for example from a university course or SAS certification.\nSome experience with Docker, Kubernetes or a cloud platform.\nSome experience with JavaScript or React.\nInterest in finance, banking or risk management.\nYou are welcome here.\nAt SAS, it’s not about fitting into our culture - it’s about adding to it. We believe our people make the difference. Our inclusive workforce brings together unique talents and inspires teams to create amazing software that reflects the diversity of our users and customers.\nAdditional Information:\nSAS only sends emails from verified “sas.com” email addresses and never asks for sensitive, personal information or money. If you have any doubts about the authenticity of any type of communication from, or on behalf of SAS, please contact .\nLet's stay in touch! 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