Stanford University · 3 months ago
Business Systems Analyst
Stanford, CA
Full-time
Hybrid
Mid, Senior Level
$126K/yr - $140K/yr
5+ years expStanford University is seeking a Business Systems Analyst for a one-year fixed-term position within the Department of Student Information Systems. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to translate business processes into system requirements, implementing enhancements, and maintaining system stability for the university's primary Student Information System (PeopleSoft) and integrated SaaS solutions.
EducationHigher EducationUniversities
Responsibilities
Translate business processes into system requirements and/or development of systems solutions
Analyze new business requirements, assist with feasibility of enhancement requests, system functionality, current system use and user needs
Specify functional analysis and design and work with developers and analysts to recommend solutions and resolve system issues
Review, research and evaluate software to determine its usefulness and appropriateness as related to existing or proposed business systems; assist or develop preliminary and detailed system design documentation
Perform testing of new systems, upgrades and patching of existing systems; plan, conduct and document results of testing
Advise users requiring assistance in solving complex problems or issues regarding management and business systems
Analyze data and provide data sets to users for analysis. May include development of operational and analytical reports for end users
Liaise with external vendors or partners in support of business systems, which may include system development, implementation and/or operations
Coordinate the implementation of new or modified business systems
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree and five years relevant experience or a combination of education and relevant experience
Knowledge of computer system capabilities, business processes, and work flow
Experience with enterprise applications and understanding of database driven applications
Strong understanding of the software development life cycle
Current knowledge of rapidly changing computer technology
Skill in conducting interviews and facilitating group meetings
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal, including the ability to bridge functional and technical resources by communicating effectively with individuals of varying systems expertise and business needs
Strong listening, negotiation and conflict resolution skills
Ability to design and document complex business systems
Proven problem solving and analytical thinking and ability to approach problems logically and systematically
SQL experience required
Preferred
Experience with Peoplesoft, CourseDog, Github
Benefits
Freedom to grow. We offer career development programs, tuition reimbursement, or audit a course. Join a TedTalk, film screening, or listen to a renowned author or global leader speak.
A caring culture. We provide superb retirement plans, generous time-off, and family care resources.
A healthier you. Climb our rock wall, or choose from hundreds of health or fitness classes at our world-class exercise facilities. We also provide excellent health care benefits.
Discovery and fun. Stroll through historic sculptures, trails, and museums.
Enviable resources. Enjoy free commuter programs, ridesharing incentives, discounts and more!
Company
Stanford University
Stanford University is a teaching and research university that focuses on graduate programs in law, medicine, education, and business.
10001+ employees
H1B Sponsorship
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Trends of Total Sponsorships
2020 (12)
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$26.52MKey Investors
National Institutes of HealthCalifornia Institute for Regenerative MedicineGRAMMY Museum
2025-09-08Grant
2025-01-30Grant· $5.6M
2023-08-17Grant
Leadership Team
Nadia Roumani
Co-founder and Senior Designer, Designing for Social Systems (DSS) Program, d.school
Howard Wolf
Vice President for Alumni Affairs
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