Business Analyst

Job Posting : Business Analyst 3

Location : Hybrid - Austin, Texas (80% - 100% Remote, with On-Site Requirements)

Duration : Long term contract

Note : Need State / Federal Client experience.

Description of Services : We are seeking a Business Analyst 3 to support multiple projects that enhance outcomes for Texas students.

This senior-level position involves performing advanced business analysis work and may be assigned to special projects. The Business Analyst will act as the liaison between the program / customer community and the software development team, managing requirements throughout the software development life cycle.

Responsibilities include ensuring the fulfilment of all requirements, including post-implementation enhancements.

Key Responsibilities :

• Elicit requirements from customer interviews and create well-written system requirements documents.
• Manage requirements through the entire Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• Perform business process re-engineering and software process flow improvements.
• Develop user stories and use cases conforming to business analysis best practices.
• Design mock-ups and / or wireframes according to UX best practices.
• Communicate effectively and facilitate discussions.
• Write and organize documentation clearly and accurately.

Minimum Requirements :

• 8 years of experience in eliciting requirements, creating system requirements documents.
• 8 years of experience with the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
• 8 years of experience in business process re-engineering and software process flow improvement.
• 8 years of experience developing user stories and use cases.
• 8 years of experience designing mock-ups and / or wireframes.
• 5 years of strong communication and facilitation skills.
• 5 years of strong writing and organizational skills.

Preferred Qualifications :

• 3 years of experience with requirements management software "Modern Requirements".
• 3 years of experience with issue tracking software "Atlassian Jira".
• 2 years of experience working with Texas Education Agency or a similar state or local education agency.

Work Hours and Location :

• Services will be provided during normal business hours, Monday through Friday from 8 : 00 AM to 5 : 00 PM, excluding State holidays.
• The primary work location is hybrid, with 80% - 100% remote work and occasional on-site requirements in Austin, Texas.
• Any travel, per diem, parking, and living expenses are the responsibility of the candidate or vendor. Pre-approved travel expenses will comply with State of Texas rules and require original receipts.
• The candidate may be required to work outside normal business hours, including weekends, evenings, and holidays, with pre-approval from the client.

Payment for hours exceeding 40 per week will be at the hourly rate quoted and must be pre-approved.