Business Analyst - Azure Data & BI

VC5 Consulting; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

A data consulting firm is seeking a mid-level Business Analyst to support critical Data & BI initiatives in Houston, Texas. The ideal candidate will have 3-6 years of experience and a proven ability to gather and document requirements in an Agile environment. Responsibilities include maintaining project backlogs in Azure DevOps and collaborating with offshore teams. This role offers a significant opportunity to drive efficiency in a high-visibility environment, working 9 AM–5 PM, Monday to Friday, on a contract basis.

Qualifications

• 3-6 years of experience as a Business Analyst.
• Strong skills in gathering requirements and creating user stories.
• Experience in managing diverse project scopes.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business and data requirements.
• Define key performance indicators (KPIs) for data initiatives.
• Maintain and prioritize a backlog of projects using Azure DevOps.
• Coordinate closely with offshore teams for project delivery.

Skills

Business and data requirements gathering

Agile methodologies

Azure DevOps project management

Creating user stories

Defining acceptance criteria

Tools

Azure DevOps

Job description

We are seeking a mid-level Business Analyst to support critical Data & BI initiatives within an Azure environment. In this role, you'll collaborate closely with both local business stakeholders and offshore teams to gather and document requirements, prioritize projects, and manage a dynamic backlog. Your impact will be significant as you drive efficiency and clarity within the team, ensuring that vital data projects are prioritized and executed effectively.

Key Responsibilities:

Gather and document business and data requirements by engaging with stakeholders, ensuring alignment and clarity throughout the process.

Define key performance indicators (KPIs) that will guide the analysis of data initiatives and report on project success to stakeholders.

Maintain and prioritize a backlog of projects using Azure DevOps, ensuring timely completion of tasks according to business needs.

Coordinate closely with offshore teams to facilitate communication and ensure the successful delivery of data projects, acting as the liaison between teams.

Requirements:

3-6 years of experience as a Business Analyst, demonstrating a strong understanding of business and data requirements.

Proven skills in gathering requirements, creating user stories, and defining acceptance criteria within Agile methodologies.

Experience managing diverse project scopes, from short-term tasks to long-term initiatives, while maintaining high quality and attention to detail.

Familiarity with Azure DevOps for project and backlog management, ensuring effective task prioritization.

Employment Type: Contract

Schedule: Monday–Friday, 9 AM–5 PM

Location: Houston, Texas 77002

This is a high-visibility role that offers an exciting opportunity to work on critical Data & BI initiatives in a modern Azure environment. Join our team and make an impactful difference!