3562952-Senior Manager

Decision Analytics EXL (NASDAQ:EXLS) is a leading operations management and analytics company that helps businesses enhance growth and profitability in the face of relentless competition and continuous disruption. Using our proprietary, award-winning Business EXLerator Framework, which integrates analytics, automation, benchmarking, BPO, consulting, industry best practices and technology platforms, we look deeper to help companies improve global operations, enhance data-driven insights, increase customer satisfaction, and manage risk and compliance. EXL serves the insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, utilities, travel, transportation and logistics industries. Headquartered in New York, New York, EXL has more than 24,000 professionals in locations throughout the United States, Europe, Asia (primarily India and Philippines), Latin America, Australia and South Africa. EXL Analytics provides data-driven, action-oriented solutions to business problems through statistical data mining, cutting edge analytics techniques and a consultative approach. Leveraging proprietary methodology and best-of-breed technology, EXL Analytics takes an industry-specific approach to transform our clients' decision making and embed analytics more deeply into their business processes. Our global footprint of nearly 2,000 data scientists and analysts assist client organizations with complex risk minimization methods, advanced marketing, pricing and CRM strategies, internal cost analysis, and cost and resource optimization within the organization. EXL Analytics serves the insurance, healthcare, banking, capital markets, utilities, retail and e-commerce, travel, transportation and logistics industries. Please visit www.exlservice.com for more information about EXL Analytics. Job Title - SAS Platform Migration Specialist (SAS EG to SAS Viya Migration) Position Overview : We are seeking an experienced SAS professional to lead and executed the migration of existing SAS Enterprise guide (EG) programs and processes to the modern SAS Viya platform. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in both SAS EG and SAS Viya environments and will be responsible for ensuring smooth transition while optimizing code and processes. Key Responsibilities: Assess existing SAS EG programs Develop and implement migration strategies and frameworks Convert SAS EG programs to SAS Viya compatible code Optimize existing code for better performance in the Viya environment Create and maintain document for migration processes and procedures Provide training and support to team members during the transition Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure business requirements are met Perform testing and validation of migration programs Troubleshoot migration-related issues Migration Planning: Analyze current SAS EG environment and applications Create detailed migration roadmap Identify potential risks and mitigation strategies Establish timeline and milestones Technical Implementation: Convert SAS EG programs to Viya-compatible format Optimize code for CAS processing Implement new features available in Viya Ensure data security and access controls Quality Assurance: Develop testing strategies Perform parallel runs Validate results Document any discrepancies Knowledge Transfer: Create training materials Conduct workshops Provide ongoing support Document best practices Monitoring and Maintenance: Track migration process Monitor performance Address issues and concerns Provide regular status updates Work Environment: Full-Time position May require occasional overtime during critical migration phases Hybrid work environment (remote/office) May require some travel to different office locations Technical skills: SAS Base Programming SAS Enterprise Guide SAS Viya SAS Studio SAS Visual Analytics CAS Programming Git version control Data Modelling ETL processes Soft skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities Excellent communication skills Team collaboration Project management Time management Documentation skills Training and mentoring abilities Candidate Profile: Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Statistics, Or related field 5+ years of experience with SAS programming Strong expertise in SAS Enterprise Guide Hands-on experience with SAS Viya platform Proficiency in SAS Studio and Visual Analytics Knowledge od CAS (Cloud Analytics Service) Experience with REST API's and web services Strong understanding of data management principles Experience in working in dual shore engagement is preferred Must have experience in managing clients directly Superior analytical and problem solving skills Demonstrated leadership ability and willingness to take initiative Strong record of achievement, solid analytical ability, and an entrepreneurial hands-on approach to work Outstanding written and verbal communication skills Able to work in fast pace continuously evolving environment and ready to take up uphill challenges Is able to understand cross cultural differences and can work with clients across the globe Preferred Qualification: SAS Certifications Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) Knowledge of Python or R programming Project management experience Experience with Agile methodologies Previous migration project experience What we offer: EXL Analytics offers an exciting, fast paced and innovative environment, which brings together a group of sharp and entrepreneurial professionals who are eager to influence business decisions. From your very first day, you get an opportunity to work closely with highly experienced, world class analytics consultants. You can expect to learn many aspects of businesses that our clients engage in. You will also learn effective teamwork and time-management skills - key aspects for personal and professional growth Analytics requires different skill sets at different levels within the organization. At EXL Analytics, we invest heavily in training you in all aspects of analytics as well as in leading analytical tools and techniques. We provide guidance/ coaching to every employee through our mentoring program wherein every junior level employee is assigned a senior level professional as advisors. Sky is the limit for our team members. The unique experiences gathered at EXL Analytics sets the stage for further growth and development in our company and beyond. "EOE/Minorities/Females/Vets/Disabilities"EXL is the indispensable partner for leading businesses in data-led industries such as insurance, banking and financial services, healthcare, retail and logistics. We bring a unique combination of data, advanced analytics, digital technology and industry expertise to help our clients turn data into insights, streamline operations, improve customer experience, and transform their business. Our partnerships with clients are built on a foundation of collaboration - and we've been chosen as a partner by nine of the top ten leading US insurance companies, nine of the top 20 global banks, and six of the top ten US health care payers. We function as one team to make your goals our goals, whether that's unlocking the value of generative AI or embedding analytics into workflows that reduce risk or power your growth. Clients choose EXL as their transformation partner for many reasons. Our geographic diversity make talent all over the world instantly accessible. Digital accelerators enable unmatched speed-to-value, letting you realize results fast. It's our people that truly set us apart, though, including the 1,500 data scientists we have dedicated to our generative AI practice. And our more than twenty years of experience in delivering business services, garnering stellar client references, and maintaining a solid balance sheet are reassuring to our C-suite clients. Find out for yourself why clients, employees, and analysts think we're some of the best in the business. Contact us to see how we can help you achieve your goals.