Business Analyst/Technical Writer-Software Development

OLSA Resources, Inc.; Town of Germantown (WI); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A resource firm is seeking a Business Analyst/Technical Writer in Germantown, WI. The candidate will gather, define, and document client requirements for software development, ensuring effective communication between clients and development teams. Minimum qualifications include a 4-year degree in engineering or related field and at least 2 years of experience in requirements analysis. Strong interpersonal and project management skills are essential for success in this role.

Qualifications

• 4-year degree in an engineering discipline or equivalent professional experience in requirements analysis.
• Minimum of 2+ years of requirements analysis experience related to software development.
• Experience in various phases of a project life cycle and software development roles.

Responsibilities

• Gather information to define and document requirements based on client input.
• Define processes, functions, and key components based on requirements.
• Lead and guide the development team in implementing requirements.
• Communicate effectively with clients and team members.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Project management skills

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Education

4-year degree in engineering or equivalent experience

Tools

Project management tools

Job description

Business Analyst/Technical Writer-Software Development

Contract

Responsible for gathering, defining, analyzing, documenting and communicating key client requirements. Will decipher and understand customer’s functional needs, and to communicate those needs to the software development and hardware development teams for action. Providing appropriate documentation for product and project deliverables

Responsibilities (average % of time spent on each task)

• 70 % - Gather information to define and document requirements based on client input and definition
• 5 % - Define processes and functions including key components, inputs, outputs, flows and users
• 10 % - Lead and provide direction to development team in understanding and implementing requirements.
• 15 % - Communicating with both clients and team members, including client sponsor, client stakeholders, developers, managers and other analysts
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, facilitation and project management skills
• Possess resource knowledge- subject matter expertise in quality processes, software development activity processes, organizational structures, research, knowledge management and information management.
• Must be able to work cooperatively in a team environment.
• Strong PC skills and experience with project management tools
• Excellent oral and written communication skills

Minimum Requirements (Education/Experience)

• 4-year degree in an engineering disciplines or equivalent professional experience in the requirements area
• Minimum of 2+ years of requirements analysis experience related to software development.
• Experience in other phases of a project life cycle and software development roles

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