Business Analyst

Axians Portugal; Porto; On-site; EUR 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Performance bonuses

Career development opportunities

Work-life balance

Job summary

Axians Portugal is seeking an experienced Business Analyst to join an international project in a dynamic environment. You will manage the full lifecycle of business requirements, work in Agile teams, and partner with stakeholders, developers, and product teams to enhance data quality, system integration, and operational efficiency.

You will translate needs into specs, manage backlogs, model processes, design IST/UAT tests, and ensure traceability from requirements to delivery.

Qualifications

• Minimum 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar IT role.
• Experience gathering, documenting, and managing business requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and backlog management.
• Experience creating User Stories, Use Cases, and Acceptance Criteria.
• Familiar with application integrations, APIs, and data flows.
• Excellent communication with business and technical stakeholders.
• Fluency in English.

Responsibilities

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements through workshops, meetings, and interviews.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process documentation.
• Manage and prioritize product backlogs in Agile environments.
• Analyze existing business processes and design optimized future-state workflows.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency.
• Act as the liaison between business stakeholders and development teams.
• Facilitate communication and alignment among cross-functional teams.
• Define testing strategies and coordinate validation activities.
• Design and execute IST scenarios, particularly for data flows and APIs.
• Support UAT and ensure successful business validation.
• Monitor and manage defects using tracking tools.
• Perform data analysis to identify inconsistencies and root causes.
• Ensure solution traceability from requirements through testing and implementation.
• Contribute to successful delivery and adoption of digital transformation initiatives.

Skills

Business Analysis

Requirements Engineering

Process Modeling

Tools

Jira

Confluence

ALM Octane

Job description

Join Axians, where innovation thrives on trust and autonomy, and where every challenge is an opportunity to create technology with impact.

Business Analyst

What We Are Looking For

We are looking for an experienced Business Analyst to join an international project in a dynamic and multicultural environment. In this role, you will be responsible for managing the complete lifecycle of business requirements, from initial analysis and specification through to delivery and user validation. You will work in an Agile environment, collaborating closely with business stakeholders, developers, architects, and product teams to deliver innovative solutions that improve data quality, system integration, and operational efficiency. You will play a key role in the evolution of complex data ecosystems, supporting initiatives focused on data integration, process optimization, and digital transformation. This is an excellent opportunity for professionals who enjoy bridging the gap between business and technology while driving meaningful change through data-driven solutions.

What You Will Do On a Daily Basis

• Gather, analyze, and document business requirements through workshops, meetings, and stakeholder interviews.
• Translate business needs into functional specifications, user stories, acceptance criteria, and process documentation.
• Manage and prioritize product backlogs in Agile environments.
• Analyze existing business processes and design optimized future-state workflows.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, automation, and operational efficiency.
• Act as the liaison between business stakeholders and development teams.
• Facilitate communication and alignment among cross-functional teams.
• Define testing strategies and coordinate validation activities.
• Design and execute Integration System Testing (IST) scenarios, particularly for data flows and APIs.
• Support User Acceptance Testing (UAT) and ensure successful business validation.
• Monitor and manage defects using appropriate tracking tools.
• Perform data analysis to identify inconsistencies, root causes, and opportunities for improvement.
• Ensure solution traceability from requirements through testing and implementation.
• Contribute to the successful delivery and adoption of digital transformation initiatives.

Your Key Skills

• Business Analysis
• Requirements Engineering
• Process Modeling (BPMN / UML)

Your Main Qualifications

• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar IT-related role.
• Experience gathering, documenting, and managing business requirements.
• Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and product backlog management.
• Experience creating User Stories, Use Cases, Business Rules, and Acceptance Criteria.
• Expertise in process mapping and process optimization techniques.
• Experience working with application integrations, APIs, and data flows.
• Understanding of application architecture and systems interaction concepts.
• Experience designing and coordinating testing activities, including IST and UAT.
• Familiarity with defect management and traceability processes.
• Hands-on experience with Jira, Confluence, and ALM Octane or similar tools.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving capabilities.
• Ability to communicate effectively with both business and technical stakeholders.
• Excellent organizational and prioritization skills.
• Strong attention to detail and quality-oriented mindset.
• Collaborative and proactive approach to work.
• Fluency in English.

What We Offer

Stable professional career

Working with Axians projects becomes an asset to those of us who want to offer stability through a secure career.

Prospects for career advancement

You can access training and new certifications that will further elevate your skills. The 360° evaluation from managers and peers will also allow you to evolve.

Work Life Balance

By collaborating with Axians, you will be able to reconcile work and family requirements without neglecting either area.

Attractive, Evolving Compensation

When working with Axians, you will have access to performance bonuses in addition to an attractive salary pack (base salary + benefits). You are also entitled to health insurance and an employee assistance program for you and your family (Psychological, Legal, Psychosocial, and Financial support).

Axians is the VINCI Energies brand dedicated to Information Technology and Digital Transformation. With an international presence and a people-to-people approach, we combine technology, innovation, and proximity to create real impact for organizations and society.

Join Axians

At Axians, we believe that talent does not fit a single profile. We value diversity and promote an inclusive environment where everyone has the opportunity to grow and contribute. If you have a disability or impairment, we are committed to ensuring equal opportunities throughout the recruitment and onboarding process. Whenever needed, we provide reasonable accommodations so that you can participate on an equal basis. If you require any accommodation, please let us know by contacting us at [e-mail].