Senior SAS Data Engineer - SC Cleared - Telford (2 Days per Week) - £550/day (Inside IR35) - 6-Month ContractWe are seeking an experienced Senior SAS Data Engineer to lead data engineering initiatives across multiple teams. This 6-month contract requires 2 days per week onsite in Telford, with the remainder remote. The role focuses on delivering secure, scalable SAS data solutions within a complex environment.The RoleYou will provide technical leadership across data engineering activities, ensuring best practice in architecture, security, and governance. Working closely with analytics, DevOps, and business teams, you will design and deliver robust SAS-based data platforms that enable reliable, insight-driven decision-making.Key ResponsibilitiesLead the design and delivery of SAS data platforms, pipelines, and data processes.Develop, optimise, and maintain complex SQL-based data models and transformations.Build and manage ETL processes and large-scale data integration workflows.Implement strong data governance, security, and performance standards aligned to SC environments.Collaborate with stakeholders to align technical solutions with business priorities.Promote engineering best practices and continuous improvement.Essential ExperienceProven experience in a senior data engineering role, with strong SAS expertise.Excellent SQL skills with experience handling large, complex datasets.Strong experience building and maintaining enterprise-scale SAS data solutions.Experience workin