Lead Programmer Analyst

Alight, Inc.
United States
17 days ago

Role details

Contract type
Permanent contract
Employment type
Full-time (> 32 hours)
Experience level
Expert
Working hours
Regular working hours
Job source

Tech stack

Computing Platforms Computer Programming System Configuration Data Stores IBM DB2 Relational Databases Software Debugging Job Control Language (JCL) Mainframes Systems Development Life Cycle SAS (Software) SQL Databases
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Job description

  • Provide oversight for automated production job monitoring, team to ensure prompt attention, escalation, and closure of all job failures., The Lead Analyst Programmer is responsible for leading the programming and testing of batch systems to meet client requirements and provide technology support. The role partners closely with internal and client teams to build and sustain a comprehensive system platform aligned with business needs.

Post system implementation, the Lead Analyst Programmer ensures batch systems operate smoothly and remain current. The role has a strong focus on technical leadership, quality assurance, mentoring, and continuous improvement, while independently managing client-facing batch delivery.

Detailed Responsibilities

  • Technical / Domain Knowledge, System Development & Quality Assurance, Iteration Planning & Execution - 75%

Requirements

  • Advanced hands-on expertise in:

  • SQL and SAS programming (or JCL / DB2)

  • Advanced debugging of programming, system, and batch defects

  • Batch system configuration and analysis

  • Strong knowledge of:

  • DB2 relational databases and data models

  • Data flows, data processing, and common data stores

  • Advanced SAS functions and utilities

  • JCL / Mainframe concepts

  • Ability to translate client requirements and legislation into system specifications in collaboration with TBA teams

  • Proficient knowledge in at least one domain solution (Health / Retirement preferred)

  • Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills, + B.Tech in Computer Science / IT / ECE

  • BCA + MCA candidates may apply

Experience

  • Prior experience with Alight / Aon / Wipro is an added advantage

  • Health or Retirement domain experience preferred

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) .

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.

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