POSITION SUMMARY
The Senior Technical Business Analyst is expected to review, analyze, and evaluate user needs to create system solutions that support overall business strategies. They will document system requirements, define scope and objectives, and create system specification that drive development and implementation.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
- Work closely with project managers to gather requirements and to understand business needs and translate them into technical specifications.
- Using agile methodology values, principles, and practices to plan, manage, and deliver solutions.
- Collaborate with stakeholder and scrum teams to translate business requirements into user stories.
- Ability to create wireframes for relevant requests.
- Ability to do high level SQL coding to analyze tables required for a given request.
- Ability to draw flowcharts/workflow diagrams/data flow diagrams when needed.
- Removing blockers for development by getting clarification on requirements from stakeholders.
- Design new or modify existing systems to meet business requirements, often working with IT developers to ensure technical feasibility.
- Document processes, requirements, and system designs for future reference and communication.
- Play a role in testing new systems to ensure they meet business requirements and function as expected.
- Identify and resolve issues related to system performance and functionality.
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders throughout the project lifecycle, providing updates and managing expectations.
- Assist with the implementation of new systems or enhancements to existing ones, ensuring a smooth transition.
- Presenting data in a clear and compelling way is crucial to being a successful data analyst.
EDUCATION
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer science, information technology, or related field or equivalent work experience required.
EXPERIENCE AND SKILLS
- Must have least 4 years of experience as a business analyst required.
- The use of Visio or equivalent tool to draw Flowcharts, System flow diagrams etc.is required.
- Familiarity with SQL Code required.
- Ability to create user stories required.
- Ability to shadow business users and artifact workflows.
- Must possess excellent people and project management skills.
- Strong communication and presentation skills is required.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills is required.
- Familiarity with Azure DevOps.
- Gherkin Language
POSITION COMPETENCIES
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Accountability
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Analytical Thinking
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Collaboration
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Communication
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Customer Focus
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Functional Expertise
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Initiative
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PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
This is a standard desk job requiring extended sitting and computer work.
WORK ENVIRONMENT
Remote
Here at Allied, we believe that great talent can thrive from anywhere. Our remote friendly culture offers flexibility and the comfort of working from home, while also ensuring you are set up for success. To support a smooth and efficient remote work experience, the internet connection must be obtained through a cable broadband or fiber optic internet service provider with speeds of at least 100Mbps download/25Mbps upload. Reliable internet service is essential for staying connected and productive.
The company has reviewed this job description to ensure that essential functions and basic duties have been included. It is not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all functions, responsibilities, skills, and abilities. Additional functions and requirements may be assigned by supervisors as deemed appropriate.
Compensation is not limited to base salary. Allied values our Total Rewards, and offers a competitive Benefit Package including, but not limited to, Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance, Generous Paid Time Off, Tuition Reimbursement, EAP, and a Technology Stipend.
Allied reserves the right to amend, change, alter, and revise, pay ranges and benefits offerings at any time. All applicants acknowledge that by applying to the position you understand that the specific pay range is contingent upon meeting the qualification and requirements of the role, and for the successful completion of the interview selection and process. It is at the Company's discretion to determine what pay is provided to a candidate within the range associated with the role.
Skills Required
- Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field or equivalent work experience
- Minimum 4 years experience as a Business Analyst
- Experience using Microsoft Visio or equivalent to create flowcharts and system diagrams
- Familiarity with SQL and ability to write high-level SQL queries
- Ability to create user stories
- Experience applying Agile methodology and working with scrum teams
- Ability to create wireframes for requests
- Ability to draw flowcharts, workflow diagrams, and data flow diagrams
- Ability to shadow business users and document workflows
- Strong people and project management skills
- Strong communication and presentation skills
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
- Familiarity with Azure DevOps
- Knowledge of Gherkin language
What We Do
Allied is a national healthcare solutions company that works with organizations who choose to take control of their healthcare. We customize employer self-insurance benefits to align with individual choice and organizational need while integrating medical management innovations and cost-control strategies. With healthcare designed for people, employers never have to choose between price and the best-fit insurance products to protect employees and their families. Allied’s philosophy is to create a culture of health for our member organizations and their employees beyond simple, medical health. We integrate administrative services, care solutions and analytics to achieve better clinical, behavioral and social patient outcomes. Allied’s programs and benefit services are designed and structured to infuse value on every front – for employers and HR departments, for plan members and their families, for healthcare providers, and for us. We’re in this together, committed to your future.
