Business Analyst

WEB And Crafts; Thrissur; On-site; INR 6,00,000 - 9,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A technology solutions company in Kerala is looking for a Business Analyst to lead the requirements-gathering process and manage the product backlog. The ideal candidate should possess strong data analysis skills, experience with Agile methodologies, and a good understanding of software development processes. Responsibilities include collaborating with stakeholders, conducting market analysis, and mentoring junior team members. This position offers an exciting opportunity to shape product strategy and ensure alignment with business goals.

Qualifications

• Any graduates with a preference for IT backgrounds.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead requirements-gathering with users and stakeholders.
• Conduct market research to inform product strategies.
• Own the product backlog and agile development cycles.
• Mentor juniors on backlog management practices.
• Analyze existing business processes for optimization.

Skills

Data analysis and interpretation

Strong verbal communication

Strong written communication

Excellent presentation skills

Understanding of SDLC

Business process understanding

Agile principles and practices

Market research skills

Decision-making skills

Education

Any degree, preferably IT

Tools

JIRA

Confluence

Figma

Microsoft Visio

Job description

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee the requirements-gathering process with end users, customer leadership, subject matter experts, and internal teams.
• Conduct high-level market research and competitor analysis to inform product strategy and identify opportunities for differentiation and improvement.
• Collaborate with the sales team to understand client requirements and business needs.
• Conduct detailed requirements-gathering sessions with potential clients to identify their needs and objectives.
• Create, review, and approve detailed Business Requirements Documents (BRD), System Requirements Specifications (SRS), and user stories created by junior business analysts.
• Collaborate with the development and design team to design solutions that meet the client s requirements and technical feasibility.
• Oversee the creation and management of product artifacts such as personas, user journey maps, and workflow diagrams by junior team members. Ensure these artifacts are used effectively to inform development and align with user needs and business goals.
• Oversee the continuous refinement of the product roadmap based on market analysis, client feedback, and strategic priorities.
• Own the product backlog and agile development cycles.
• Coordinate development activities to ensure alignment with the product roadmap and stakeholder expectations.
• Mentor juniors in effective backlog management practices.
• Manage relationships with internal stakeholders such as the Tech team, Sales, Marketing, and Leadership.
• Facilitate and oversee team meetings, including design and refinement sessions, daily stand-ups, sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives. Ensure junior team members are effectively facilitating and contributing to these meetings.
• Lead and oversee junior team members in, identifying risks and issues, and implementing mitigation strategies to ensure timely delivery.
• Provide technical direction and support to the team, ensuring adherence to best practices, and quality benchmarks.
• Define and track key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure product success and team performance.
• Use data and analytics to make informed decisions, drive continuous improvement, and optimize processes.
• Mentor junior team members in performance monitoring and improvement techniques.
• Analyze existing business processes to identify areas for optimization and efficiency gains.
• Ensure that releases are well-coordinated, meet user needs, and align with business objectives.
• Develop a deep understanding of the product, industry, and market.

Requirements

• Any graduates, preferably from an IT background.
• Proficiency in data analysis and interpretation.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills for stakeholder interaction.
• Excellent presentation skills to convey ideas and findings effectively.
• Understanding of software development lifecycle (SDLC).
• Deep understanding of business processes and industry standards.
• Ability to align IT solutions with business goals and define product vision, strategy, and roadmap.
• Proficiency in creating use cases, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Ability to create process models, flowcharts, and UML diagrams.
• In-depth knowledge of product lifecycle management.
• Skills in managing relationships with internal and external stakeholders.
• Ability to prioritize features and requirements based on business value.
• Strong understanding of Agile principles and practices.
• Experience in running Scrum meetings and working with Scrum teams.
• Proficiency in creating, prioritizing, and managing product backlogs.
• Expertise in writing clear and actionable user stories.
• Skills in conducting market research and competitive analysis.
• Ability to translate market needs into product features.
• Strong decision-making skills to determine the best course of action for product development.
• Familiarity with tools like JIRA, Confluence, Trello, Asana, Zoho Sprints, ProductPlan, or Roadmunk.
• Proficiency with modelling and documentation tools like Microsoft Visio, Lucidchart, Microsoft Word, or Google Docs.
• Proficiency in Figma, Balsamiq, or Adobe XD.
• Use of collaboration and communication tools like Slack, Microsoft Teams, or Zoom.
• Dissect complex business problems and identify solutions.