Business Analyst IV

This is a fully remote position, open to applicants in United States.

📋 Description

• The Business Analyst IV is a senior-level role tasked with spearheading strategic initiatives and guiding cross-functional teams to create innovative solutions that tackle complex business challenges.

• Build and nurture strong relationships with senior stakeholders to comprehend business objectives and foster alignment on strategic initiatives.

• Analyze project artifacts such as business cases, contracts, and architectural diagrams to ensure they align with business goals and requirements.

• Collaborate across teams and business areas to coordinate updates for Epics and Features, ensuring seamless transitions and alignment during refinement processes.

• Guarantee thorough requirements documentation and traceability that conforms to strategic objectives and corporate standards.

• Contribute to project status reports related to requirements, aid in resolving escalated issues, and escalate risks or concerns to the Program/Project Manager and Product Owner when necessary.

• Manage the lifecycle of Epics and Features for multiple high-impact projects and programs, overseeing resource allocation, risk assessment, and stakeholder communication to ensure successful outcomes and alignment with business strategy.

• Advocate for initiatives aimed at process improvement and innovation, applying industry best practices to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, and improve service delivery.

• Develop and deliver detailed reports, including strategic insights, recommendations, and progress updates, to executive leadership and key stakeholders upon request.

⛳️ Requirements

• A Bachelor's degree or equivalent relevant experience is mandatory.

• A Master's degree is preferred.

• At least seven (7) years of experience in requirements management is required.

• Experience with Azure DevOps, Service Now, JIRA, Modern Requirements, or similar business requirements management tools and software development processes, including hybrid/agile, is essential.

• Proficient in Microsoft Office applications, including Word, Excel, and Visio.

• Proven mastery of business analysis principles, processes, and applications/elicitation tools utilized for managing requirements.

• Outstanding analytical and problem-solving abilities.

• Extensive knowledge of the IT development cycle, Agile Framework, and other development methodologies.

• Comprehensive understanding of the project lifecycle, including processes, techniques, and tools.

• Strong interpersonal skills with a demonstrated ability to cultivate effective working relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills.

• Capability to work independently as well as in a team setting.

• Effective listening and critical thinking abilities.

• Competence in coordinating and leading cross-functional teams.

• Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills, with meticulous attention to detail.

• Excellent time management skills, with the ability to develop, prioritize, and achieve goals promptly.

• Flexibility to manage multiple tasks and adapt to organizational and/or business changes.

• A customer service-oriented mindset.

• IIBA, Six Sigma, or Agile Certifications are preferred.

🏝️ Benefits

• Health insurance

• Retirement plans

• Paid time off

• Flexible work arrangements

• Professional development opportunities

• Bonuses