Alight Solutions

human capital technology and services

Director,InformationTechnology(LeaveSolutions)

Gurugram, India FULL TIME Remote Friendly
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The Brief

“Director, Information Technology (Leave Solutions) at Alight Solutions. Skills: IT leadership, Technology strategy, Cloud platforms (AWS), Microsoft ecosystem, Agile methodologies, AI-driven automation, Leave Solutions domain knowledge. Lead IT operations across India for Leave Solution. Oversee the delivery of a robust, world-class technology landscape”

What You'll Achieve.

Ensure seamless technology enablement across diverse business functions and customer environments; Enhance scalability, operational efficiency, and service excellence; Ensure technical rigor and architectural integrity; Ensure compliance across all IT practices; Uphold best-in-class design, development, and delivery practices; Enhance productivity, flexibility, and continuous improvement; Champion continuous improvements to product performance, stability, and usability; Strengthen operational effectiveness; Deliver sustainable competitive advantage; Ensure integrity, privacy, and availability of data

Industry & Context.

human capital technology and services
Problems you'll solve

Resolve complex engineering challenges

Eligibility Requirements

Periodic travel to other office locations

What They're Looking For.

Must Have

18+ years in software engineering, 5+ years in leading multi- cross function team of 100+, Track record of building and scaling modern platforms – modern frameworks, API-first, cloud-native, AI First, Proven experience establishing architecture standards, engineering practices, and reliability practices, Ability to communicate and influence cross-functionally and at all levels, Experience in Absence, HR Benefits, or Insurance domains

What You'll Do.

Lead IT operations across India for Leave Solution

Oversee the delivery of a robust

world-class technology landscape

and deployment of institutional investment software products

financial forecasting

and resource allocation

and enforce functional and organizational policies

Lead architectural decision-making

and engineering standards

Assume full accountability for team outcomes

operational efficiency

and progress toward key performance indicators

Establish mechanisms for monitoring activity levels

Oversee project prioritization

Adapt schedules and delivery plans

Evaluate existing systems and processes

Drive transformation initiatives

Ensure robust security measures are in place

Maintain compliance with industry regulations and standards

Oversee data governance practices

How You'll Work.

Team & Collaboration

Collaborate with top organizations worldwide; Work closely with Architecture, DevOps, Information Security, and other related disciplines; Collaborate with Product Management

Communication Scope

Ability to communicate and influence cross-functionally and at all levels

Process & Methodology

Program management, Project prioritization, Estimation, Planning, Execution, Adapting schedules and delivery plans

Full Job Description

**Company Profile** Alight Solutions is a global leader in cloud-based human capital technology and services, serving over 4,300 clients- including 70% of Fortune 100 companies. Headquartered in Chicago, we operate in 15+ countries with a team of 10,000+ professionals. In India, we have offices in Gurgaon, Noida, Chennai, Kochi and Hyderabad, offering strong career growth opportunities. Recognized as one of the “100 Best Companies to Work For” and a leader in diversity and innovation, Alight is where you can make an impact and grow. Our award-winning platform, **Alight Worklife®** , helps organizations manage HR, Payroll, and benefits seamlessly. **Core Services** * **Alight Worklife®** : Unified platform for HR, payroll, benefits, and wellbeing * Absence Management * Payroll & Workforce Management * Health & Wealth Solutions * AI-powered Analytics & Employee Experience Tools **Our Values** **Champion People** * Be empathetic * Help create a place where everyone belongs * We win together **Grow with Purpose** * Be inspired by our higher calling of improving lives. * Fail forward and choose progress over perfection. We are brave, we show grit and grow our whole **Be Alight** * Be a beacon and empower others. * Act with integrity and be real. * We find ways to add joy in life. **Why join Alight?** * **Innovation** : Work on AI-driven HR tech solutions * **Global Exposure** : Collaborate with top organizations worldwide * **Career Growth** : Structured learning and development programs * **Culture** : Inclusive, diverse, and employee-focused **Awards & Recognition for Alight Solutions** * **Innovation & Product Excellence ** * 2025 BIG Innovation Awards **Workplace Culture & Recognition ** * Newsweek’s America’s Greatest Workplaces 2025 * Great Place to Work® Certification 2025 * Top 10 Best Companies for Women India- 2025- Emerging Icons **Job Description: Director, Information Technology (Leave Solutions)** **Location:** Gurugram, India – Global Capability Center **R

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