Lead Business Analyst

HCLTech; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 108,000 - 169,000; Full time

Job summary

The Lead Business Analyst at HCLTech in Chicago will oversee data analysis, business analysis, and Agile practices to drive objectives and improvements. They will translate business needs into actionable requirements and coordinate with cross-functional teams.

You will lead agile ceremonies, produce user stories and specs, mentor junior analysts, and ensure delivery through collaboration with developers and QA in a local on-site setting.

Qualifications

• Lead Business Analyst experienced in airline industry or willing to take a broader BA role.
• Must have Agile methodology experience.
• Must have SQL experience.
• Must have Python experience.

Responsibilities

• Conduct data analysis to identify trends and insights for business decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather requirements and translate into specs.
• Lead and participate in agile ceremonies (sprint planning, standups, retrospectives).
• Create detailed documentation including user stories, process flows, and specs.
• Work with developers and QA to ensure solution delivery and testing.
• Mentor junior business analysts and team members.
• Continuously improve processes to boost productivity and delivery.

Skills

SQL

Python

Agile

Data analysis

Stakeholder mgmt

Job description

Location: Chicago IL (On site 100% Looking for local talent preferred)

Role: Lead Business Analyst - Data Analysis, Agile methodology

Must Have Experience:

• Lead Business Analyst from Airline Industry but willing to take overall good Lead Business Analyst.
• Must have Agile methodology experience
• Must have SQL experience
• Must have Python experience

Job Summary:

• The Lead Business Analyst at HCL will be responsible for overseeing data analysis, business analysis, and Agile methodology to drive business objectives and improvements. They will play a key role in understanding business needs, analyzing data, and implementing Agile strategies for effective project management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct data analysis to identify trends, patterns, and insights that can drive business decisions.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather business requirements and translate them into functional specifications.
• Lead and participate in agile ceremonies such as sprint planning, daily standups, and retrospectives.
• Create detailed documentation including user stories, process flows, and technical specifications.
• Work closely with developers and QA teams to ensure successful implementation and testing of solutions.
• Provide guidance and mentorship to junior business analysts and team members.
• Continuously improve processes and methodologies to enhance productivity and delivery efficiency.

Skill Requirements:

• Proficient in data analysis techniques and tools such as SQL, python, or r.
• Strong business analysis skills including requirements gathering, process mapping, and solution design.
• Experience working in agile environments using methodologies like scrum or Kanban.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively in cross functional teams to achieve project goals.
• Analytical mindset with a detail oriented and problem-solving approach.
• Project management skills to effectively prioritize tasks and meet deadlines.

Pay Range Minimum: 108,000k

Pay Range Maximum: 169,000k

HCLTech is an equal opportunity employer, committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees regardless of race, religion, sex, color, age, national origin, pregnancy, sexual orientation, physical disability or genetic information, military or veteran status, or any other protected classification, in accordance with federal, state, and/or local law. Should any applicant have concerns about discrimination in the hiring process, they should provide a detailed report of those concerns to [e-mail] for investigation.

Compensation and Benefits

A candidate’s pay within the range will depend on their work location, skills, experience, education, and other factors permitted by law. This role may also be eligible for performance-based bonuses subject to company policies. In addition, this role is eligible for the following benefits subject to company policies: medical, dental, vision, pharmacy, life, accidental death & dismemberment, and disability insurance; employee assistance program; 401(k) retirement plan; 10 days of paid time off per year (some positions are eligible for need-based leave with no designated number of leave days per year); and 10 paid holidays per year.

How You’ll Grow

At HCLTech, we offer continuous opportunities for you to find your spark and grow with us. We want you to be happy and satisfied with your role and to really learn what type of work sparks your brilliance the best. Throughout your time with us, we offer transparent communication with senior-level employees, learning and career development programs at every level, and opportunities to experiment in different roles or even pivot industries. We believe that you should be in control of your career with unlimited opportunities to find the role that fits you best.