Optimize Search Group · 1 day ago
Business Analyst
Farmers Branch, TX
Contract
Onsite
Mid Level
3+ years expOptimize Search Group is seeking an IT Business Analyst who will identify opportunities to improve systems and processes while translating business requirements into technical deliverables. The role involves collaborating with stakeholders to refine IT objectives and ensuring technology solutions align with business needs.
Staffing & Recruiting
Responsibilities
Collaborate with stakeholders to define and articulate information, process needs, and challenges
Translate business needs into functional specifications and technical requirements, including process flows, business cases, feature lists, use cases, and templates
Conduct gap analyses to identify opportunities for process improvement and system enhancements
Elicit and analyze project requirements through interviews, workshops, and data analysis; conduct ongoing and ad hoc data and process analyses
Assist in testing and validation activities to ensure business objectives are achieved
Partner with leadership to establish and document technology requirements
Manage product backlogs in Azure DevOps or similar platforms, including building user stories and participating in agile scrum meetings
Coordinate and audit user acceptance testing (UAT) as needed
Contribute to the continuous improvement of business analysis processes and practices
Stay informed on industry trends and emerging technologies to recommend innovative solutions
Develop domain knowledge of business operations and objectives
Model Values, Operating Principles, ethical standards, and code of conduct
Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Qualification
Required
Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field required
Equivalent combination of education and experience (with a High School Diploma/GED) may be considered
3+ years of experience as an IT Business Analyst or Systems Analyst
3+ years of experience gathering and translating business process needs, including requirements elicitation, backlog management, process flows, feature lists, use cases, and user stories
3+ years of experience with data analysis, including basic SQL, data validation, and troubleshooting
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to develop creative solutions to complex business problems
Proven ability to analyze and interpret data to identify opportunities and propose solutions
Excellent verbal and written communication skills; able to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Strong project management, organization, and time management skills; able to prioritize effectively
Exceptional attention to detail and commitment to producing high-quality, compliant work
Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills; highly team-oriented
Adaptable, agile, and open to change; proactive in surfacing issues and asking clarifying questions
Demonstrates professionalism, integrity, and discretion when handling confidential information
Strong business acumen and technical aptitude
Proficient in Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint
Preferred
Experience working in an agile/scrum environment with solution design teams
Company
Optimize Search Group
Optimize Search Group is a leading talent solutions provider focused on creating partnerships that drive results for our clients and candidates in our specialty areas in Information Technology, Accounting and Finance, Legal, and Executive Search.
11-50 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Early StageLeadership Team
Andre Hardowin
Senior Partner | Technical Recruiting
Anthony Catalano
Partner - Retained and Executive Search
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