Our Story

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 .

Alight requires all virtual interviews to be conducted on video.

Role Summary

The Lead Programmer analyst is responsible for leading the programming, testing, and delivery of batch systems to meet client requirements and provide end-to-end technology support. This role partners closely with internal stakeholders and client teams to design, build, and sustain a comprehensive system platform aligned with business and regulatory needs. Post implementation, the role ensures batch systems operate smoothly, remain current, and meet quality and performance expectations.

Key Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end batch delivery, including client interactions and ownership of deliverables
Program, configure, and test batch systems to meet client and legislative requirements
Create, review, and maintain analysis documents and test plans aligned with requirements
Perform system analysis for low to medium complexity projects
Conduct unit and integration testing of own code
Ensure post-implementation stability and ongoing system readiness
Oversee automated production job monitoring and ensure timely resolution and escalation of failures
Translate client requirements into system specifications in collaboration with cross-functional teams
Review configuration, testing outcomes, and analysis documentation prepared by team members
Drive technical excellence, quality assurance, and adherence to delivery standards
Support operations and shared services activities
Coach and mentor team members; lead training and knowledge enhancement initiatives
Contribute to continuous improvement and client/organizational initiatives

Work Allocation

Technical / Domain Knowledge, System Development & Quality Assurance – 75%
Operations / Shared Services Support – 10%
Coaching, Colleague Development & Knowledge Enhancement – 10%
Continuous Improvement & Client / Organizational Initiatives – 5%

Skills & Technical Requirements

Advanced proficiency in SQL and SAS programming OR JCL/DB2
Strong debugging skills to resolve complex programming and system defects
Advanced DB2 relational database and data modeling skills
Strong understanding of data flows, batch processing, and common data stores
Deep expertise in SAS functions and utilities
Strong knowledge of JCL and Mainframe concepts
Advanced knowledge of batch-related proprietary software products and system utilities

Domain & Functional Skills

Strong knowledge of US Benefits Domain: Health Management, Defined Benefits, Defined Contributions
Health or Retirement domain experience preferred
Strong understanding of client requirements, compliance, and legislation
Ability to work independently and lead client-facing batch engagements

Collaboration & Communication

Excellent verbal, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Ability to influence teams toward solution-oriented outcomes
Experience working effectively with global and distributed teams
Ensure clear and timely communication across all delivery channels

Education & Experience

B.Tech in Computer Science, IT, or ECE OR BCA with MCA
Prior experience with Alight, Aon, or Wipro is an added advantage
Relevant experience in batch systems and enterprise environments preferred

Work Conditions

Flexible working hours based on business needs.
Collaboration with global and offshore teams.
Mobility across India locations as per organizational requirements.
Participation in training sessions, business routines, and office/offsite meetings.

Benefits

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.

As part of this commitment, Alight will ensure that persons with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodations for the hiring process. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact [HIDDEN TEXT] .

Equal Opportunity Policy Statement

Alight is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer and does not discriminate against anyone based on sex, race, color, religion, creed, national origin, ancestry, age, physical or mental disability, medical condition, pregnancy, marital or domestic partner status, citizenship, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity or expression, genetic information, or any other legally protected characteristics or conduct covered by federal, state, or local law. In addition, we take affirmative action to employ, disabled persons, disabled veterans and other covered veterans.

Alight provides reasonable accommodations to the known limitations of otherwise qualified employees and applicants for employment with disabilities and sincerely held religious beliefs, practices and observances, unless doing so would result in undue hardship. Applicants for employment may request a reasonable accommodation/modification by contacting their recruiter.

Authorization to work in the Employing Country

Applicants for employment in the country in which they are applying (Employing Country) must have work authorization that does not now or in the future require sponsorship of a visa for employment authorization in the Employing Country and with Alight.

Note, this job description does not restrict management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

We offer you a competitive total rewards package, continuing education & training, and tremendous potential with a growing worldwide organization.

DISCLAIMER:

Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities of this job to other entities; including but not limited to subsidiaries, partners, or purchasers of Alight business units.

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