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.
Designation: Analyst Programmer
Key Expectations
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Program, test, and maintain the batch system to meet client requirements
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Independently handle batch delivery and client interactions
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Create accurate analysis and test plans based on client requirements
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Ensure post-implementation stability and smooth batch operations
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Troubleshoot and resolve advanced programming and system defects
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Lead the production job support function by working closely with AA and B1 colleagues to ensure all failed jobs are treated with urgency, effectively managed, and resolved in a timely manner.
- Collaborate with global teams and ensure seamless information flow
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Influence and guide the team towards solution-oriented outcomes
Required Skills
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Strong hands-on expertise in:
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SQL and SAS programming (or JCL / DB2)
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Advanced debugging of system and programming errors
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Batch processing and system analysis
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Advanced understanding of:
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DB2 relational databases and data models
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Data flows, data processing, and common data stores
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SAS advanced functions and utilities
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JCL / Mainframe concepts
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Ability to translate client requirements and legislation into system specifications
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Excellent verbal, written, and listening communication skills
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Ability to work independently and lead client-facing batch delivery
Role Description
The Analyst Programmer is responsible for programming and testing batch systems to meet client requirements and provide ongoing technology support. The role works closely with internal teams to create a comprehensive system platform that supports all client needs.
Post system implementation, the Analyst Programmer ensures that batch systems operate smoothly, remain current, and continue to meet delivery and quality expectations. The role also involves reviewing analysis of documentation, evaluating configuration and test execution outcomes, and applying advanced technical expertise to resolve complex system issues.
Detailed Responsibilities
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Programming, testing, and batch system maintenance
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Creation of analysis and test plans for simple to medium complexity projects
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Advanced debugging of programming errors, system defects, and failures
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System analysis for low to medium complexity initiatives
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Review and validation of analysis documentation and test execution results
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Client interaction and ownership of batch delivery
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Collaboration with global teams across multiple communication channels
Education
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B.Tech / B.E (IT, CSE, ECE)
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BCA + MCA candidates may apply
Experience
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Prior experience with Alight / Aon / Wipro is an added advantage
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Health or Retirement Domain experience preferred
Behavioral & Cultural Expectations
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Demonstrates ownership and accountability
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Solution-oriented mindset; influences team towards shared goals
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Works efficiently with global teams Strong attention to quality, accuracy, and timelines
Work Conditions
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Collaboration with global and offshore teams
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Flexible work hours as per business requirements
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Participation in team discussions, reviews, and delivery forums
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 [email protected].
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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