Business Analyst

Cynet systems Inc; Toronto; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading technology solutions provider in Toronto is seeking a Business Analyst. You will lead business analysis initiatives, mentor Agile teams, and facilitate stakeholder communication to enhance project delivery. Ideal candidates possess a relevant degree, Agile certifications, and strong experience in analysis and stakeholder management in an Agile environment.

Qualifications

• Experience leading and conducting business analysis for business projects.
• Experience in Agile methodology as Scrum Master or Agile Coach.
• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership across business analysis and project outcomes.
• Gather, document, and analyze business needs through stakeholder interaction.
• Manage and groom product backlog based on user needs.

Skills

Business analysis

Agile methodology

Stakeholder management

Communication skills

Education

Relevant degree or diploma in Business Analysis or IT

Certifications in project methodology (Agile, Scrum Master)

Tools

Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools

Job description

Requirement / Must Have

• Experience leading and conducting business analysis for business projects to assess clients' business problems or opportunities.


• Experience developing business cases from start to finish.


• Experience in Agile methodology, including roles such as Scrum Master or Agile Coach.


• Strong communication and stakeholder management skills.


• Experience on large and medium-sized projects as a Business Analyst or Functional Consultant.


• Knowledge of enterprise architecture frameworks and standards.

Experience

• Developing strategies, preparing business cases, cost-benefit analysis, and conducting feasibility studies.


• Conducting requirements gathering sessions, documentation, and stakeholder engagement.


• Using Computer-Aided Software Engineering (CASE) tools to document conceptual requirements and scope.


• Leading Agile teams, mentoring and coaching for continuous improvement.

Responsibilities and Duties

• Provide leadership across business analysis, project outcomes, and teams of business analysts.


• Gather, document, and analyze business needs and requirements through interaction with stakeholders and subject matter experts.


• Prepare and advise on business analysis policies, processes, and best practices.


• Facilitate effective communication between teams, the Product Owner, and stakeholders.


• Manage and groom product backlog based on user needs and prioritization.


• Lead presentations and demonstrations for solution design and stakeholder consultation.


• Create and review user flows and user stories to ensure consistency with the overall product vision.


• Support Quality Assurance (QA), User Acceptance Testing (UAT), Architecture, and Technical teams to maintain standards.


• Conduct Client, cost-benefit analysis, and prototyping for solutions.


• Identify gaps and improvements for enhanced process flows and customer experience journeys.


• Monitor project progress, resolve issues, and report to management and stakeholders.

Should Have

• Knowledge and experience with Agile I&IT methods and techniques.


• Strong facilitation, negotiation, and consensus-building skills.


• Experience mentoring teams and facilitating Agile practices.


• Ability to manage multiple priorities and meet deadlines effectively.

Skills

• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.


• Strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.


• Ability to translate business and data requirements into technology solution specifications.


• Knowledge of business process mapping and modeling techniques.

Qualification and Education

• Certifications in project methodology (Agile, Scrum Master, Lean Six Sigma, etc.).


• Relevant degree or diploma in Business Analysis, Information Technology, or related field.