UI Business Analyst

Job Summary

This role will formulate and define system scopes and objectives based on both user needs and a thorough understanding of business systems and industry requirements. THIS IS A HYBRID POSITION. CANDIDATE MUST COME TO WORK AT CORPORATE OFFICE IN PALM HARBOR, FL. A MINIMUM OF 2 DAYS A WEEK.

Qualifications

• Unemployment Insurance experience
• Prior BA experience is desired, however, a qualified candidate has experience in Unemployment Insurance programs along with performance responsibilities at Federal and/or State level will be considered
• The ideal candidate for this position is organized; detail oriented, has great communication skills and thrives in a fast-paced environment
• You will work among a team of software Engineers, Developers, Project Managers and QA staff for support and collaboration of client specific deliverables

Duties And Responsibilities

• Analyze business and user needs, specifically related to interfaces involving third party or outside systems, document requirements and translate both into proper specifications for each project
• Cook up and meet with clients and business leaders, as well as working closely with software architects and development teams to ensure that the direction, scope and dependencies are identified and documented
• Possess strong knowledge of both project management and the software development lifecycle (SDLC) of large-scale development projects
• Translate business requirements into concise system requirements for use by the software architects and development teams
• Extensive understanding of multiple functional areas related to complex projects and the ability to identify and quantify business process improvements along with system improvements through the use of technology is critical
• Foster productive communication between technical and non-technical audiences to ensure that technology solutions fulfill the business needs
• Identify, document and diagram business requirements and processes
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and practices
• Absorb and implement changes in the organization
• Assist with validation and testing of interfaces written to the design specification
• Communicate relevant project information to superiors
• Knowledge of project management methodologies and practices
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle

Requirements

• MS SQL server (2000/2005/2008) and query knowledge is essential
• Testing of applications written to the design specifications written
• Ability to track data through the database as it relates to the application
• Review of all customer change orders, update requirements documents, and make recommendations regarding the implementation of the request modifications
• Plus Possess a general understanding of application programming, database and system design
• Understanding of Internet, Intranet, Extranet and client/server architectures
• Ability to analyze system requirements relative to the base software functionality and configuration

Skills

• Excellent written and oral communication skills
• Facilitate team and client meetings effectively
• Keep the client and project team well informed of project status, issues and issue mitigation strategies
• Resolve and/or escalate issues in a timely fashion
• Effectively communicate relevant project information to superiors
• Knowledge of the software development life cycle
• Bachelor’s Degree in business or related field, or equivalent experience preferred

Travel

Travel Required travel to visit client sites, attend National Conferences and/or assist in Marketing presentations which are assigned by Manager when appropriate.