Business Analyst - Data and QA

Cynet Systems Inc; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a seasoned Business Analyst with extensive experience in data management and QA testing. In this pivotal role, you will engage with clients to understand their needs, document requirements, and advocate for them throughout the software development lifecycle. Your expertise in SQL and various QA methodologies will be crucial in ensuring data integrity and functionality across systems. Join a dynamic team where your skills will directly influence customer satisfaction and operational excellence in a collaborative environment.

Qualifications

• 10+ years of experience in business analysis, particularly in data management.
• Advanced SQL skills for complex queries and data profiling.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document customer-centric requirements and user stories.
• Perform comprehensive testing to ensure data integrity and functionality.

Skills

Business Analysis

SQL

Data Management

QA Testing

Communication Skills

Agile Methodology

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP)

PMI-PBA

PMI-ACP

Tools

Azure DevOps

Jira

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Description:

Responsibilities:

• Client and document customer-centric requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria with a focus on improving business and technical processes.
• Act as the voice of the customer, working with IT project team members and business stakeholders to fully understand business processes, pain points, and customer needs.
• Develop expertise in customers’ business applications and organizational data management concepts, advocating for the customer throughout the SDLC.
• Diagram current processes and propose modifications using process flows (BPMN 2.0), context diagrams, and data flow diagrams to ensure clarity for both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Decompose traditional requirements into Agile Epics and Features, create clear and concise user stories that are aligned with customer goals and are easy to implement by technical teams.
• Execute advanced SQL queries to support data mapping, profiling, and analysis.
• Perform comprehensive testing to ensure functionality, data integrity, and customer satisfaction.
• Functional Testing: Validate that the integrated systems meet specified requirements.
• Data Validation Testing: Ensure accuracy, completeness, and consistency of transferred data.
• Regression Testing: Verify new integrations do not disrupt existing functionalities.
• End-to-End Testing: Test entire workflows across integrated systems for seamless operation.
• User Acceptance Testing (UAT): Collaborate with stakeholders to validate business needs.
• Use tools like Azure DevOps and Jira to manage work items and ensure alignment with customer goals.

Qualifications:

• 10+ years of business analysis experience with a focus on data management and QA testing.
• Advanced SQL expertise for complex queries, database profiling, and troubleshooting.
• Proficiency in QA tools, Microsoft Office, reporting systems, and SDLC tools like Azure DevOps and Jira.
• Experience with reporting systems, operational data stores, data warehouses, data lakes, and data marts.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills with a proven ability to advocate for customers while working with a diverse set of peers and stakeholders.
• Advanced verbal presentation skills to senior leaders in a matrixed organization.

Preferred Certifications:

• Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP), PMI-PBA, or PMI-ACP.