Business Systems Analyst

AgreeYa Solutions - Oakland, CA

Full-time

Oakland, CA

Professional, Scientific, and Technical Services

About the position

We are seeking an experienced Business Systems Analyst who possesses a robust background in both Business Analysis and Quality Assurance. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in both domains and will be able to seamlessly transition between the two roles. This position requires a deep understanding of business needs and the ability to translate those needs into actionable requirements and specifications. In the realm of Business Analysis and Requirements Gathering, the Business Systems Analyst will collaborate closely with stakeholders to conduct thorough requirements gathering sessions. This involves ensuring a comprehensive understanding of business needs and translating those requirements into detailed functional specifications that align with project objectives. The role also encompasses Quality Assurance, where the analyst will develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases based on system requirements. This includes conducting thorough testing procedures such as functional, regression, and performance testing, as well as collaborating with development teams to identify and report defects for timely resolution. Documentation is a critical aspect of this role. The Business Systems Analyst will be responsible for creating clear and concise documentation for business processes, system requirements, and test cases, while maintaining detailed documentation throughout the development and testing life cycle. Effective communication is essential, as the analyst will facilitate communication between business stakeholders and IT development teams, providing regular updates on project progress, including test results and potential risks. Additionally, the analyst will actively participate in process improvement initiatives, contributing insights to enhance efficiency and effectiveness. Identifying opportunities to streamline business processes and improve overall system quality will be a key responsibility. The role also includes providing training and support to end-users during system implementations and serving as a point of contact for business users, addressing inquiries and providing ongoing support.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with stakeholders to conduct thorough requirements gathering sessions, ensuring a deep understanding of business needs.
• Analyze gathered requirements and translate them into detailed functional specifications, ensuring alignment with project objectives.
• Develop and execute comprehensive test plans and test cases based on system requirements.
• Conduct thorough testing procedures, including but not limited to functional, regression, and performance testing.
• Collaborate with development teams to identify and report defects, ensuring timely resolution.
• Create clear and concise documentation for business processes, system requirements, and test cases.
• Maintain detailed documentation throughout the development and testing life cycle.
• Facilitate effective communication between business stakeholders and IT development teams.
• Provide regular updates on project progress, including test results and potential risks.
• Actively participate in process improvement initiatives, contributing insights to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
• Identify opportunities to streamline business processes and improve overall system quality.
• Provide training and support to end-users during system implementations.
• Serve as a point of contact for business users, addressing inquiries and providing ongoing support.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Business, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven 5+ years of experience in business analysis and quality assurance within a software development environment.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with keen attention to detail.
• Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Familiarity with agile methodologies and tools.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a team-oriented environment.