Senior Business System Analyst

Scotiabank; Canada; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a seasoned Business Systems Analyst to join their dynamic team. This role emphasizes collaboration across various teams to drive the design and implementation of technical solutions. With a focus on agile methodologies, you'll analyze requirements, create user stories, and lead enterprise process engineering initiatives. The company values diversity and offers a hybrid work model, providing a supportive and inclusive environment for all employees. If you're passionate about technology and eager to make a significant impact, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Diversity and Inclusion initiatives

Upskilling opportunities

Flexible vacation

Competitive rewards

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years as a Business Systems Analyst in IT.
• Experience with REST APIs and microservices.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop technical requirements based on documentation.
• Drive joint application design sessions with teams.

Skills

Business Systems Analysis

REST APIs

Microservices

Agile Methodologies

User Stories

Sequence Diagrams

Delivery Leadership

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science

Job description

Requisition ID: #

Join a purpose-driven, high-performing team committed to results in an inclusive culture.

Role Responsibilities:

1. Analyze and develop technical requirements based on solution documentation.
2. Ensure integrity of business and technical requirements throughout the customer journey.
3. Drive joint application design sessions with architecture, development, and security teams to inform estimates for initiatives.
4. Facilitate requirements gathering and design sessions to create use cases, user stories, and sequence diagrams.
5. Lead enterprise process engineering across infrastructure, Security, DevOps, and cryptography teams.
6. Create, refine, and maintain the product backlog and delivery timelines.
7. Bridge the gap between business and IT to ensure alignment of functional and non-functional requirements.
8. Contribute to improving engineering practices through feedback and suggestions.

Required Skills and Experience:

1. 7+ years as a Business Systems Analyst in a challenging IT environment.
2. 5+ years hands-on experience with REST APIs and microservices.
3. 7+ years experience in an agile environment, with a focus on agile/lean principles.
4. Experience creating BSA artifacts like user stories and sequence diagrams.
5. 3+ years as a Delivery Lead.

Nice-to-Have Skills:

• Banking industry experience.
• Experience as a Scrum Master.

Soft Skills:

• Detail-oriented with a focus on consistency.
• Self-motivated with the ability to navigate ambiguity.
• Excellent communicator and negotiator.
• Ability to multi-task across initiatives.
• Passionate about learning and staying current.
• Collaborative team player.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Computer Science, or a related technical field, with strong analytical, logical, and problem-solving skills.

What We Offer:

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion & Allyship initiatives.
• Accessible and inclusive workplace environment.
• Upskilling opportunities, online courses, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive rewards including bonuses, flexible vacation, and benefits.
• Dynamic work environment with amenities and community programs.

Location:

Hybrid work model in Toronto, Ontario, Canada.

Additional Information:

Scotiabank is committed to inclusivity. Accommodations available upon request during recruitment. Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.