We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Business Analyst to support our banking and Azure DevOps projects. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience in the banking industry, strong analytical skills, and a deep understanding of Azure DevOps tools and methodologies. This role requires a strategic thinker who can identify business needs, analyze processes, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that enhance operational efficiency and meet business objectives.
Key Responsibilities:
- Business Process Analysis: Conduct comprehensive business process analysis to identify inefficiencies, gaps, and opportunities for improvement within banking operations and DevOps practices.
- Requirement Gathering: Collaborate with stakeholders to gather detailed business and technical requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
- Documentation: Develop and maintain clear and detailed documentation, including Business Requirement Documents (BRDs), Functional Requirement Documents (FRDs), user stories, and process flow diagrams.
- Azure DevOps Integration: Work closely with development and IT teams to integrate Azure DevOps tools and practices, facilitating continuous integration, delivery, and deployment.
- Stakeholder Management: Foster strong relationships with key stakeholders, providing regular updates on project progress, gathering feedback, and ensuring buy-in for proposed solutions.
- Project Coordination: Coordinate and manage project tasks using Azure DevOps and other project management tools, ensuring timely delivery of project milestones.
- Data Analysis: Utilize SQL and other data analysis tools to extract, manipulate, and analyze data, providing actionable insights to inform decision-making.
- Process Improvement: Identify and implement process improvements within banking operations and DevOps workflows to enhance efficiency, reduce risks, and ensure compliance.
- Workshop Facilitation: Lead workshops and meetings to drive consensus, gather requirements, and present solutions to stakeholders.
- Risk Management: Conduct risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies, and monitor risk management efforts to ensure ongoing project success.
- Training and Support: Provide training and support to team members and stakeholders on new processes, tools, and best practices in banking operations and Azure DevOps.
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field. Master’s degree or MBA preferred.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst in the banking industry.
- Proven experience with Azure DevOps, including continuous integration, delivery, and deployment practices.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a keen eye for detail.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively collaborate with diverse teams and stakeholders.
- Proficiency in SQL and data analysis tools.
- Experience with project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, MS Project, and SharePoint.
- Knowledge of Business Process Modeling Notation (BPMN) and other process visualization tools.
- Familiarity with Agile and Waterfall methodologies and the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC).
- Ability to manage multiple projects and priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
- Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA) or Project Management (e.g., PMP, PRINCE2).
- Experience with other DevOps tools and practices.
- Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance in the banking industry.
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