Analyst programmer

Alight, Inc.
Center Township, United States of America
7 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Working hours
Regular working hours
Languages
English
Experience level
Intermediate

Job location

Center Township, United States of America

Tech stack

Unit Testing
Batch Processing
Data Stores
IBM DB2
Relational Databases
Software Debugging
Excel Formulas
Job Control Language (JCL)
Systems Analysis
Mainframes
Standard Sql
SAS (Software)
SQL Databases
Data Streaming
Active Optical Networks

Job description

The Analyst Programmer is responsible for programming, testing, and maintaining batch systems to meet client requirements and provide ongoing technology support. The role works closely with internal and global teams to deliver stable, high-quality batch solutions and ensure smooth post-implementation operations., * Program, test, and maintain batch systems aligned with client and regulatory requirements

  • Independently manage batch delivery and client interactions

  • Create detailed analysis and test plans for simple to medium complexity projects

  • Perform system analysis and translate client requirements into technical specifications

  • Conduct unit and integration testing of assigned programs

  • Troubleshoot and resolve advanced programming errors and system defects

  • Support production jobs and ensure timely resolution of failed batches

  • Review analysis documentation and validate configuration and test results

Requirements

  • Strong hands-on expertise in SQL and SAS programming (or JCL / DB2)

  • Deep SAS programming skills with advanced functions

  • Advanced DB2 relational database and data modeling knowledge

  • Strong understanding of batch processing, data flows, and data stores

  • Advanced debugging and problem-solving skills

  • Mainframe / JCL knowledge

Domain & Experience

  • 3.5 - 6 years of experience in SAS and SQL

  • Health or Retirement domain experience preferred

  • Prior experience with Alight, Aon, or Wipro is an added advantage

Education

  • B.Tech / B.E (IT, CSE, ECE)

  • BCA + MCA candidates may apply

Behavioral & Cultural Expectations

  • Demonstrates strong ownership and accountability

  • Excellent written, verbal, and listening communication skills

  • Ability to work independently and lead client-facing initiatives

  • Strong focus on quality, accuracy, and delivery timelines

Benefits & conditions

We offer programs and plans for a healthy mind, body, wallet and life because it's important our benefits care for the whole person. Options include a variety of health coverage options, wellbeing and support programs, retirement, vacation and sick leave, maternity, paternity & adoption leave, continuing education and training as well as several voluntary benefit options.

By applying for a position with Alight, you understand that, should you be made an offer, it will be contingent on your undergoing and successfully completing a background check consistent with Alight's employment policies. Background checks may include some or all the following based on the nature of the position: SSN/SIN validation, education verification, employment verification, and criminal check, search against global sanctions and government watch lists, credit check, and/or drug test. You will be notified during the hiring process which checks are required by the position.

Our commitment to Inclusion

We celebrate differences and believe in fostering an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and supported. We know that diverse teams are stronger, more innovative, and more successful.

At Alight, we welcome and embrace all individuals, regardless of their background, and are dedicated to creating a culture that enables every employee to thrive. Join us in building a brighter, more inclusive future., We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

About the company

At Alight, we believe a company's success starts with its people. At our core, we Champion People, help our colleagues Grow with Purpose and true to our name we encourage colleagues to "Be Alight." Our Values: **Champion People** - be empathetic and help create a place where everyone belongs. **Grow with purpose -** Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives. **Be Alight -** act with integrity, be real and empower others. It's why we're so driven to connect passion with purpose. Alight helps clients gain a benefits advantage while building a healthy and financially secure workforce by unifying the benefits ecosystem across health, wealth, wellbeing, absence management and navigation. With a comprehensive total rewards package, continuing education and training, and tremendous potential with a growing global organization, Alight is the perfect place to put your passion to work. Join our team if you Champion People, want to Grow with Purpose through acting with integrity and if you embody the meaning of Be Alight. Learn more at careers.alight.com (https://careers.alight.com/us/en) .

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