Business Analyst, Application Developers

Information Management Group Inc.; Washington (District of Columbia); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan with Match

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Information Management Group (IMG) in Washington, DC is seeking a skilled Business Analyst for an on-site role. The analyst will collaborate with the Program Manager and developers to prioritize and manage backlogs, track progress, and conduct routine sprint planning.

He/she will also gather stakeholder feedback prior to production release and ensure alignment with project goals. Key responsibilities include managing Agile/Scrum development efforts for 08Y-EA, coordinating with stakeholders to

Qualifications

• Active DoD Top Secret or DOE Q security clearance.
• 3+ years of experience in program management or business analysis; Bachelor’s degree in a relevant concentration.
• Understanding the full software development lifecycle from design, coding, testing, documentation, operations and maintenance.
• Develop and execute test plans, leveraging automated testing tools when possible, to validate functional requirements.
• Experience performing the above with limited management oversight, independently and/or as part of a small team.

Responsibilities

• Perform day-to-day management of the 08Y-EA application production efforts including planning and tracking of development using Agile and Scrum practices.
• Work with the program manager and stakeholders to develop, prioritize, and manage backlog items.
• Conduct sprint planning and tracking meetings in small teams with developers, product managers, and managers of Enterprise Applications.
• Conduct sprint review meetings to gather feedback and demonstrate completed work from requirements.
• Lead requirements gathering to ensure stakeholder needs and technical feedback are incorporated into software development lifecycle.
• Document and track risks, highlighting them to staff as appropriate.
• Use data-driven metrics to track developers’ time on task and identify workflow improvements.
• Coordinate backlog refinement meetings to develop long-term and strategic objectives.
• Brief staff and facilitate Planning Increment (PI) meetings to refine requirements.

Skills

Agile/Scrum

Backlog management

Requirements gathering

Education

Bachelor's degree in relevant field

Job description

Opportunity

Information Management Group (IMG) is seeking a highly motivated Business Analyst to join our team in Washington, DC. This on-site position requires a professional who brings strong technical expertise, exceptional attention to detail, and a collaborative approach to problem-solving.

At IMG, our success is driven by our people. We foster a collaborative environment where employees are empowered to grow professionally, contribute meaningfully, and make a lasting impact on the missions we support. The Business Analyst will work with the Program Manager and Application Developers to develop, prioritize, and manage backlogs applications. They will also oversee the assignment of work, track meetings, provide weekly status updates, and conduct routine sprint planning with developers and product managers. The Business Analyst will assist in gathering stakeholder feedback prior to an application going live into the production environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform day-to-day management of the 08Y-EA application production efforts which includes the planning and tracking of development using Agile and Scrum practices and methodologies as implemented in 08Y-EA written policies, directives, and desktop procedures


• Work with both the application program manager and customer product stakeholders to develop, prioritize, and manage backlog items


• Conduct routine sprint planning and tracking meetings in small teams consisting of some or all the following individuals: the developer or developers assigned to an application, the product manager for the application, and the Manager, Enterprise Applications.


• Conduct sprint review meetings to gather feedback from team members and demonstrate completed work based on documented requirements


• Lead requirements gathering efforts to ensure stakeholders’ needs and technical feedback is incorporated into software development lifecycle


• Document and track risks, highlighting them to 08Y-EA staff when appropriate


• Utilize data driven approaches to prepare metrics and track individual developer efforts, time on task, and seek opportunities for improving workflows


• Coordinate and execute backlog refinement meetings to develop long-term and strategic objectives


• Brief updates to the appropriate staff and facilitate Planning Increment (PI) meetings to identify and refine documented requirements

Salary- 100-160k

Qualifications

• Clearance: active DOD Top Secret or DOE Q security clearance.


• 3+ years of experience in program management or business analysis or a Bachelor’s degree in relevant concentration.


• Understanding the full software development lifecycle from design, coding, testing, documentation, operations and maintenance.


• Develop and execute test plans, leveraging automated testing tools when possible, to validate functional requirements.


• Experience performing the above with limited management oversight, independently and/or as part of a small team.

About IMG:

Founded in 1987, IMG is a leading small business that exemplifies competence, integrity and follow-through. We consistently provide customer focused professional services, which ensures our company is recognized for continually exceeding expectations. We believe that at the core of our success stand our people. Our people have provided professional services in the Information Technology field for our customers with a commitment to customer satisfaction for over 35 years.

Why Join IMG?

Join a team that has built a reputation for excellence, integrity, and customer commitment. At IMG, you'll have the opportunity to contribute to meaningful government missions while growing your career within a supportive and collaborative environment.

Benefits

IMG offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance


• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance


• 401(k) Retirement Plan with Generous Company Match


• Health Savings Account (HSA)


• Supplemental Benefits


• Paid Time Off and Paid Federal Holidays


• Professional Development and Training Assistance

IMG is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.