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# Principal Programmer

- **Company:** PHASTAR
- **Location:** Spain (Remote available)
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Computer Programming, Data Governance, Software Debugging, Information Technology
- **Published:** September 20, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.indeed.com/viewjob?jk=80e2295e358aa449

## About the Role

* BSc in Mathematics, Computer Science or a related discipline
 * Significant demonstrable R experience
 * Solid experience of CDISC data standards
 * Experience of programming to SDTM and ADaM standards
 * Excellent communication skills, well-organized, proactive team player with a creative approach to problem-solving
 * Experience as a lead on several studies/projects
 * MSc in Mathematics, Computer Science or a related discipline is advantageous

## Description

Work as a principal programmer across multiple clinical and non-clinical studies; supporting regulatory submission activities; producing and validating datasets and outputs to excellent quality whilst adhering to deliverable timelines. Excellent knowledge of CDISC SDTM and ADaM implementation guidelines working independently in this area; producing, reviewing and updating complex dataset specifications (including efficacy); creating and debugging complex macros; reviewing Statistical Analysis Plans (SAPs), including study specific ISS/ISE and DSMB SAPs and output shells with a view to commenting from a programming perspective. Excellent team work ethos, proactive at managing workload, willingness to help others and learn new skills from working in a team environment.
This role is full-time and fully-remote. The successful candidate may be based in Spain, South Africa or Kenya.
Responsibilities:
The following areas of expertise will be aligned to the role...

 * Statistical expertise and scientific leadership
 * Leadership and people development
 * Compliance, quality and governance
 * Communication and influence