Lead Automation Business Analyst

Anika Systems; Mississippi; Remote; USD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a dynamic and innovative firm that specializes in IT solutions for federal agencies as a Lead Business Analyst. In this pivotal role, you will leverage your expertise in RPA and business process analysis to enhance project delivery. The position is currently remote, with potential future changes based on client needs and company policy. You will collaborate closely with both technical and non-technical stakeholders, ensuring that automation requirements are accurately defined. This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact in a growing team focused on delivering cutting-edge solutions.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a relevant field required.
• Experience with RPA tools and business process analysis preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead workshops with SMEs to identify automation blockers.
• Guide a team of business analysts for successful project execution.

Skills

RPA business process analysis

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Stakeholder interaction

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science

Equivalent education and experience

Tools

UiPath

Blue Prism

Automation Anywhere

Visio

Job description

Anika Systems is a fast growing small business that specializes in providing innovative IT solutions for federal government agencies. Our expertise lies in accelerating delivery in Data and Analytics, Intelligent Automation, Application Development, and IT Modernization. We are currently expanding our Federal team and are looking for a Lead Business Analyst.

This position is currently remote; however, in accordance with federal contract requirements and company policy, there may be future changes to work location expectations. Candidates should be prepared for the possibility of a return to the office, either partially or fully, based on client directives, contractual obligations, or company policies. Any such changes will be communicated in advance.

Qualifications Required

• Bachelor's degree, preferably in Computer Science, Information Technology, Computer Engineering, or equivalent education and experience
• Experience in RPA business process analysis and documentation preferred
• Experience using automation and robotic tools such as UiPath, Blue Prism, or Automation Anywhere preferred
• Experience leading a small team of business analysts, providing guidance, mentorship, and oversight to ensure successful project execution.
• Ability to conduct workshops with department SMEs to understand the end-to-end process while identifying any automation blockers and the suitability of the process for automation.
• Ability to interact with both technical and non-technical stakeholders as part of the RPA delivery cycle.
• Prior functional experience in SDLC, Waterfall, and Agile development methodologies including requirements, design, development, testing, documentation, training, deployment, operations, support and maintenance
• Need to work closely with internal RPA development team to ensure requirements are accurately mapped and suitable for development
• Define the risks, assumptions, and dependencies associated with the process
• Visio or similar workflow documentation tool experience
• Previous experience working as a business analyst on an Automation/RPA team preferred
• Excellent, proactive problem solver, strong analytical skills with the ability to analyze complex requirements and define technical/functional advanced solutions.

Preferred Qualifications

• UiPath Business Analyst Certification