Technical Business Systems Analyst (12 Month Contract)

Scotiabank; Toronto; Hybrid; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a leading financial institution as a Technical Business Systems Analyst. You will play a crucial role in delivering software products, particularly in Payment Modernization initiatives. This hybrid position offers an inclusive culture and opportunities for professional growth. You will collaborate closely with stakeholders, manage project delivery risks, and ensure effective communication across teams. If you have a strong background in business analysis and a customer-oriented mindset, this role is for you.

Benefits

Inclusive culture promoting diversity

Accessible environment and workplace accommodations

Upskilling opportunities through courses

Competitive rewards including bonuses

Flexible vacation

Qualifications

• At least 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst.
• Experience in banking, especially payments, with familiarity in Swift/Fedwire.
• Agile project delivery experience; Scrum Master certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate collaborative solution discovery sessions.
• Coordinate with various teams for end-to-end project delivery.
• Track projects through all phases of the lifecycle.

Skills

Problem Solving

Decision Making

Attention to Detail

Customer-oriented Mindset

Communication

Education

Post-secondary education in a technology-related field

Tools

Cloud Computing

REST APIs

ISO20022

Job description

Title: Technical Business Systems Analyst (12 Month Contract)

Requisition ID: 225175

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

The Team

As a Business Analyst, you will collaborate on delivering software products within Global Business Payments Technology, supporting Payment Modernization initiatives in the Wire Payment space.

Is this role right for you?

1. Facilitate collaborative solution discovery sessions using lightweight techniques such as Story Mapping.
2. Decompose solutions into small, independently buildable and validated stories.
3. Work closely with architects and engineers to specify, engineer, and validate stories.
4. Facilitate sessions with teams to detail acceptance criteria using practices like specification by example.
5. Lead root cause analysis of defects and promote continuous improvement.
6. Collaborate with stakeholders and product owners to review and accept stories and features.
7. Define value and guide prioritization with team and business representatives.
8. Track projects through all phases of the lifecycle.
9. Coordinate with various teams for end-to-end project delivery.
10. Ensure milestones are met and approval gates are completed.
11. Maintain project documentation, status updates, and risk trackers.
12. Prepare schedules, roadmaps, and capacity plans.
13. Support app releases and rollout activities.
14. Keep stakeholders informed of project status and issues.
15. Set expectations and communicate effectively with all stakeholders.
16. Articulate complex problems and solutions clearly, tailored to stakeholder expertise.
17. Work with senior engineering managers to address project delivery risks.
18. Engage stakeholders such as legal, risk, and audit as needed.
19. Contribute to team productivity and morale, supporting team members in challenging situations.

Do you have the skills that will enable you to succeed in this role?

• Post-secondary education in a technology-related field.
• At least 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst.
• Strong attention to detail across documents, requirements, and conversations.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Ability to work independently and drive solutions within a team.
• Technical understanding of cloud computing, REST APIs, and systems integration.
• Knowledge of ISO20022 standard.
• Experience in banking, especially payments, with familiarity in Swift/Fedwire.
• Customer-oriented mindset with rapid learning ability.
• Experience with agile project delivery; Scrum Master certification is a plus.
• Effective written and verbal communication skills.
• Background in software development and automated testing practices.
• Self-motivated and quality-driven.
• Comfortable navigating complex, ambiguous situations and managing multiple initiatives.

What's in it for you?

• Inclusive culture promoting diversity, equity, inclusion, and allyship, with Employee Resource Groups.
• Accessible environment and workplace accommodations.
• Opportunities for upskilling through courses, cross-functional development, and tuition assistance.
• Competitive rewards, including bonuses, flexible vacation, and benefits.
• Community engagement opportunities and inclusive programs.

Work conditions: Hybrid

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Location

Canada: Ontario: Toronto

Scotiabank is committed to an inclusive environment. If you need accommodations during recruitment, please inform our team. Candidates must apply online. Only selected candidates will be contacted.