Systems Analyst

eir business talent; Dublin; Hybrid; EUR 60,000 - 82,000; Full time

Job summary

eir business talent is partnering with a nationally recognised public sector organisation to hire a Systems Analyst in Dublin. You will bridge business stakeholders and delivery teams, capturing requirements and translating them into clear, testable specifications and user stories.

You will produce artefacts, support Architects, and help delivery and QA teams. The role is hybrid across Dublin/Galway/Mayo with a long-term engagement and a strong focus on data, APIs and modern tech platforms.

Qualifications

• Level 8 Degree (computing) with final-year modules completed.
• Proven experience gathering business requirements and translating to User Stories.
• Experience producing project artefacts including Data Dictionaries, API Guides, Release Notes and Technical Documentation.
• Experience supporting Solution Architects and Technical Architects in defining solutions.
• Experience supporting development and QA teams through delivery and testing phases.
• Experience reviewing third-party technical documentation and deliverables.
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills for technical/non-technical audiences.
• Knowledge of relational database design and technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL or MariaDB.
• Knowledge of data formats including JSON and XML.
• Full Driving Licence.
• Availability to commence from late October 2026 or shortly thereafter.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse and document business and technical requirements.
• Translate requirements into clear, testable User Stories and functional specifications.
• Create artefacts including documentation, diagrams, data dictionaries, API guides and release notes.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, Solution Architects, developers and QA teams.
• Support the definition and documentation of solution and technical architectures.
• Review third-party deliverables and provide technical feedback.
• Assist with project planning, implementation and solution delivery activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems analysis methodologies and best practice documentation.

Skills

Stakeholder engagement

Strong communication

Translate to User Stories

Requirement gathering

Analytical thinking

Education

Level 8 Degree (computing)

Tools

Microsoft SQL Server / MySQL / MariaDB

JSON / XML

Job description

Systems Analyst

Dublin / Galway / Mayo | Hybrid Working | Long-Term Daily Rate Contract eir business talent are partnering with a nationally recognised public sector organisation that delivers critical services to millions of people across Ireland. This organisation plays a significant role in public safety, digital transformation, customer service delivery and the ongoing modernisation of large-scale technology platforms used by both internal teams and the public.

Due to continued investment in technology and innovation, they are seeking an experienced Systems Analyst to join their Technology Platforms and Solutions function.

The Role

As a Systems Analyst, you will act as the bridge between business stakeholders and technical delivery teams, ensuring business requirements are accurately captured, analysed and translated into high-quality technical specifications.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather, analyse and document business and technical requirements.
• Translate requirements into clear, testable User Stories and functional specifications.
• Create project artefacts including documentation, diagrams, data dictionaries, API guides and release notes.
• Work closely with business stakeholders, Solution Architects, developers and QA teams.
• Support the definition and documentation of solution and technical architectures.
• Review third-party deliverables and provide technical feedback.
• Assist with project planning, implementation and solution delivery activities.
• Contribute to continuous improvement of systems analysis methodologies and best practice documentation.

Mandatory Requirements

Candidates must be able to demonstrate all of the following:

• Level 8 Degree (or equivalent) on the National Framework of Qualifications with computing/computational modules completed in the final year
• Proven experience gathering business requirements and translating them into User Stories
• Experience producing project documentation and artefacts including Data Dictionaries, API Guides, Release Notes and Technical Documentation
• Experience supporting Solution Architects and Technical Architects in defining and documenting technical solutions
• Experience supporting development and QA teams throughout delivery and testing phases
• Experience reviewing third-party technical documentation and deliverables
• Strong stakeholder engagement and communication skills, with the ability to communicate effectively with both technical and non-technical audiences
• Knowledge of relational database design and technologies such as Microsoft SQL Server, MySQL or MariaDB
• Knowledge of widely used data formats including JSON and XML
• Full Driving Licence
• Availability to commence from late October 2026 or shortly thereafter

Please note that candidates must already have the unrestricted right to work in Ireland. This role is not eligible for employment permit sponsorship. Candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future will not be considered.

Candidates must be eligible to work full time and long term in the location specified or currently hold a valid appropriate long term work Visa to apply.

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