Senior IT Business Analyst

Technology Partners; Bridgeton (MO); Hybrid; USD 45,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Technology Partners is seeking a Senior IT Business Analyst to lead requirement engineering in scaled Agile environments, leveraging AI-driven analytics and enterprise tools. Hybrid role based in Bridgeton with at least two days on-site per week.

You will translate complex business needs into user stories, specs, and processes, mentor junior analysts, and drive release planning across multiple delivery streams with a focus on AI-enhanced documentation and decision making.

Qualifications

• 3–5+ years of BA experience with Agile delivery.
• Ability to translate business needs into strategic roadmaps, user stories, and specifications.
• Experience leading requirements engineering in scaled Agile frameworks such as SAFe or LeSS.
• Strong data literacy including SQL, data warehousing, and AI analytics platforms.
• Proficiency with enterprise Agile tools like Azure DevOps and MS Office.
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies like backlog refinement, sprint planning, and cross-team coordination.
• Certification: IIBA AAC, PMI-PBA, SAFe PO/PM or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Lead feasibility assessments and leverage AI-assisted research to recommend optimal solutions.
• Conduct gap analysis between existing systems and new requirements, informing backlog prioritization.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and architects to refine epics into detailed user stories with acceptance criteria.
• Author, maintain, and leverage AI-driven artifacts including user stories, process flows, and technical specs.
• Lead data analysis initiatives using AI-powered analytics platforms and traditional tools, synthesizing insights for strategic decisions.
• Partner with stakeholders to define program vision, epic roadmaps, and objectives that support business outcomes.
• Develop release strategies, sprint inputs, and stakeholder communication plans to enable iterative delivery.
• Communicate program progress, release plans, and insights through dashboards, Agile ceremonies, and automated reports.
• Identify cross-team dependencies and architectural risks, facilitating resolution through Agile coordination.
• Define acceptance testing frameworks, design behavior-driven test strategies, and oversee testing across increments.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts within the BA team by adopting Agile best practices and AI tools.
• Mentor less experienced Business Analysts on Agile analysis, documentation, and AI workflows.

Skills

Business analysis

Agile delivery

Requirements engineering

Data literacy

SQL

AI analytics platforms

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Office

Education

Bachelor’s degree in CS/BA/IS or related field

IIBA AAC / PMI-PBA / SAFe PO/PM certification

Tools

Azure DevOps

Microsoft Office

Job description

Technology Partners is currently seeking a talented Senior IT Business Analyst.

Do you have experience leading requirements engineering in scaled Agile environments utilizing AI-driven analytics and enterprise Agile tools?

Let us help you make your next big career move a reality!

What You Will Be Doing

You will serve as a key member of the Agile program team, partnering with Product Owners, architects, and cross-functional stakeholders to define, develop, and deliver innovative solutions. In this role, you will drive requirements analysis, facilitate Agile ceremonies, and leverage AI tools to enhance documentation and decision-making. You will translate complex business needs into clear user stories, technical specifications, and process flows, ensuring alignment with strategic goals. Additionally, you'll mentor junior analysts, manage dependencies and risks, and support multiple delivery streams through iterative cycles. This is a hybrid role based out of the Bridgeton office, requiring a minimum of two days per week on-site, with employment type to be determined.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead feasibility assessments and leverage AI-assisted research to recommend optimal solutions.
• Conduct gap analysis between existing systems and new requirements, informing backlog prioritization.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and architects to refine epics into detailed user stories with acceptance criteria.
• Author, maintain, and leverage AI-driven artifacts including user stories, process flows, and technical specs.
• Lead data analysis initiatives using AI-powered analytics platforms and traditional tools, synthesizing insights for strategic decisions.
• Partner with stakeholders to define program vision, epic roadmaps, and objectives that support business outcomes.
• Develop release strategies, sprint inputs, and stakeholder communication plans to enable iterative delivery.
• Communicate program progress, release plans, and insights through dashboards, Agile ceremonies, and automated reports.
• Identify cross-team dependencies and architectural risks, facilitating resolution through Agile coordination.
• Define acceptance testing frameworks, design behavior-driven test strategies, and oversee testing across increments.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts within the BA team by adopting Agile best practices and AI tools.
• Mentor less experienced Business Analysts on Agile analysis, documentation, and AI workflows.

Required Skills & Experience

• 3-5+ years of direct experience as a Business Analyst or similar role, with extensive Agile delivery experience.
• Advanced ability to translate business needs into strategic roadmaps, user stories, and specifications.
• Proven expertise leading requirements engineering within scaled Agile frameworks such as SAFe or LeSS.
• Strong data literacy including SQL, data warehouse analysis, and AI analytics platforms.
• Proficiency with enterprise Agile tools like Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Office suite.
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies like backlog refinement, sprint planning, and cross-team coordination.
• Extensive experience designing and implementing AI-augmented analysis workflows and documentation tools.
• Bachelor’s degree in computer science, business administration, information systems, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
• 3-5 years of relevant work experience including process development and execution in Agile environments.
• IIBA Agile Analysis Certification (AAC), PMI-PBA, SAFe Product Owner/Product Manager, or equivalent Agile certification required.

Desired Skills & Experience

• Familiarity with agentic AI tools and intelligent requirements extraction techniques.
• Experience managing large-scale Agile programs with multiple teams and Release Trains.
• Exposure to enterprise data warehouses and predictive analytics.
• Previous leadership or mentorship roles within Agile teams.

Pay: $33.60 - $48.00 per hour

Keywords: Business Analyst, Agile Analytics, AI-augmented analysis, SAFe, LeSS, requirements engineering, UI/UX, data analysis, project management, Bridgeton

We are interested in every qualified candidate who is eligible to work in the United States. However, we are not able to provide sponsorship at this time or accept candidates who would require a corp-to-corp agreement.

All offers of employment at Technology Partners are contingent upon clear results of a thorough background check and drug screening that meet corresponding laws and regulations at the city, state and federal level.

Pay ranges are influenced by candidate qualifications, experience, and role specifics, with the actual rate determined considering skills, market conditions, and are subject to change by the employer; pay negotiations follow all state and federal legal guidelines.