Senior Business System Analyst

Scotiabank; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial institution as a Business Systems Analyst in Toronto. You will analyze requirements, lead design sessions, and bridge communication between business and IT teams. This hybrid role offers a dynamic work environment and opportunities for professional growth.

Benefits

Inclusive culture emphasizing diversity

Opportunities for upskilling

Competitive rewards and bonuses

Dynamic work environment

Qualifications

• 7+ years as a Business Systems Analyst in IT.
• 5+ years with REST APIs and microservices.
• 3+ years as a Delivery Lead.

Responsibilities

• Analyze and develop technical requirements.
• Lead joint application design sessions.
• Facilitate requirements gathering with stakeholders.

Skills

REST APIs

Microservices

Agile

Delivery Lead

Communication

Problem Solving

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Job description

Join a purpose-driven, high-performing team at Scotiabank

We are committed to results, inclusivity, and fostering a culture of excellence.

Role Overview

As a Business Systems Analyst, you will:

1. Analyze and develop technical requirements based on solution documentation.
2. Ensure the integrity of business and technical requirements throughout the customer journey.
3. Lead joint application design sessions with architecture, development, and security teams to inform estimates for initiatives.
4. Facilitate requirements gathering with stakeholders, translating needs into use cases, user stories, and diagrams.
5. Lead enterprise process engineering across infrastructure, Security, DevOps, and cryptography teams.
6. Maintain the product backlog and forecasted delivery timelines.
7. Bridge communication between business and IT, aligning on functional and non-functional requirements.
8. Contribute to improving engineering practices by providing feedback and suggestions.

Candidate Skills and Experience

Must Have Skills:

• 7+ years as a Business Systems Analyst in a challenging IT environment.
• 5+ years with REST APIs and microservices.
• 7+ years in an agile environment, creating BSA artifacts.
• 3+ years as a Delivery Lead.

Nice-To-Have Skills:

• Banking experience.
• Experience as a Scrum Master.

Soft Skills:

• Detail-oriented with a focus on consistency.
• Self-motivated with the ability to simplify and navigate ambiguity.
• Effective communicator ensuring alignment among teams.
• Capable of multitasking across initiatives.
• Continuous learner, excited about new projects.
• Team player who collaborates and shares knowledge.

Education

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

Benefits

• Inclusive culture emphasizing diversity, equity, and inclusion.
• Accessible workplace with accommodations.
• Opportunities for upskilling, cross-functional development, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive rewards, including bonuses and flexible benefits.
• Engaging community programs and a dynamic work environment.

Work Location

Hybrid model based in Toronto, Ontario, Canada. #LI-Hybrid

We are committed to an inclusive environment and provide accommodations during the recruitment process. Candidates must apply online; only selected candidates will be contacted.