Lead Assistant Manager - Data Platform Administrator
Company Overview and Culture
EXL (NASDAQ: EXLS) is a leading data analytics and digital operations and solutions company. We partner with clients using a data and AI-led approach to reinvent business models, drive better business outcomes and unlock growth with speed. EXL harnesses the power of data, analytics, AI, and deep industry knowledge to transform operations for the world's leading corporations in industries including insurance, healthcare, banking and financial services, media and retail, among others. EXL was founded in 1999 with the core values of innovation, collaboration, excellence, integrity and respect. We are headquartered in New York and have more than 55,000 employees spanning six continents. For more information, visit http://www.exlservice.com.
About EXL Health
We leverage Human Ingenuity and domain expertise to help clients improve outcomes, optimize revenue and maximize profitability across the healthcare ecosystem. Technology, data and analytics are at the heart of our solutions. We collaborate closely with clients to transform how care is delivered, managed and paid.
EXL Health combines deep domain expertise with analytic insights and technology-enabled services to transform how care is delivered, managed, and paid. Leveraging Human Ingenuity, we collaborate with our clients to solve complex problems and enhance their performance with nimble, scalable solutions. With data on more than 260 million lives, we work with hundreds of organizations across the healthcare ecosystem.
We help payers improve member care quality and network performance, manage population risk, and optimize revenue while decreasing administrative waste and reducing health claim expenditures. We help Pharmacy Benefit Managers (PBMs) manage member drug benefits and reduce drug spending while maintaining quality. We help provider organizations proactively manage risk, improve outcomes, and optimize network performance. We provide Life Sciences companies with enriched data, insights through advanced analytics and data visualization tools to get the right treatment to the right patient at the right time.
Join EXL as a Data Platform Administrator – Help Us Power Smarter Healthcare Decisions
Are you passionate about data platforms and cloud technology? Do you thrive in dynamic environments where your expertise directly impacts healthcare outcomes? EXL is looking for an experienced Data Platform Administrator to join our Payment Integrity Services team. In this key role, you'll manage and optimize mission-critical databases that help identify and prevent healthcare overpayments—ultimately maintaining the servers at par.
🔍What You’ll Do:
As our Data Platform Administrator, you’ll be the go-to expert for managing both on-premises and cloud-based SQL Server databases. Your day-to-day will include:
- Managing Databases: Administer, monitor, and troubleshoot SQL Server 2016+ and Azure SQL Databases.
- System Setup: Install, configure, upgrade, and patch SQL environments across both on-prem and Azure cloud.
- Performance Optimization: Tune and optimize database performance to ensure speed and efficiency.
- High Availability & Disaster Recovery: Implement solutions like AlwaysOn, Log Shipping, On-Prem Replication, Clustering, and Azure Geo-Replication.
- Backup & Recovery: Develop and manage backup strategies and restore procedures to ensure data integrity and business continuity.
- Monitoring & Alerts: Use tools like SSMS, Azure Monitor, and Log Analytics to proactively manage database health and performance.
- Cross-Team Collaboration: Work closely with developers, infrastructure teams, and business stakeholders to support projects and drive solutions.
- Security & Compliance: Ensure HIPAA-compliant access controls, auditing, and data protection across platforms.
- Cloud Migration: Help us transition legacy databases to the Azure cloud while maintaining business continuity.
- Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation for configurations, standard operating procedures, and recovery plans.
- Innovation & Learning: Stay ahead of the curve by keeping up with the latest trends in database and cloud technologies, especially those relevant to healthcare.
✅What You Bring:
We’re looking for a seasoned professional who thrives on solving complex problems and making systems better.
- Experience:
- 7–10 years as a SQL Server Database Administrator (2016 and newer).
- 3+ years managing Azure SQL databases in production environments.
- Technical Strengths:
- Strong background in backup/recovery, performance tuning, and HA/DR strategies.
- Solid T-SQL development skills and experience with stored procedures, triggers, and SSIS packages.
- Knowledge of replication, extended events, and hybrid cloud infrastructure.
- Hands-on experience with tools like Azure Monitor, Azure Backup, Key Vault, and Security Center.
- Healthcare Experience (a plus, but not required):
- Familiarity with claims data, EHR/EMR systems, HIPAA regulations, and working with PHI.
- Soft Skills:
- Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
- Ability to juggle multiple priorities in a fast-paced, collaborative setting.
💡Bonus Skills:
- Experience with Azure Data Factory, Log Analytics, and cloud migration best practices.
- Knowledge of database governance, scaling, and security in Azure.
🌟Why You’ll Love Working at EXL Health:
- Make an Impact: Play a key role in transforming how healthcare data is managed and optimized to improve patient outcomes.
- Collaborate with Experts: Join a talented team of healthcare professionals, data engineers, and consultants.
- Growth & Learning: Enjoy structured mentoring, hands-on learning opportunities, and support for continuous development.
- Innovation-Driven Culture: Work in a fast-moving, entrepreneurial environment where your ideas matter.
- Limitless Potential: Your journey doesn’t stop at this role—EXL supports your growth into leadership, innovation, or technical mastery.
Ready to take your database skills to the next level and make a real difference in healthcare?
Apply now and let’s build the future of data-driven healthcare together.
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Base Salary Range Disclaimer: The base salary range represents the low and high end of the EXL base salary range for this position. Actual salaries will vary depending on factors including but not limited to: location and experience. The base salary range listed is just one component of EXL's total compensation package for employees. Other rewards may include bonuses, as well as a Paid Time Off policy, and many region specific benefits.
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Other details
- Pay Type Salary
- Employment Indicator Regular
- Min Hiring Rate $85,000.00
- Max Hiring Rate $110,000.00
- Telecommute % 100
- Required Education Associate Degree
- United States
- Virtual