Technical Product Owner / Business Analyst

BC Forward; Newark (DE); Hybrid; USD 63,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

BCforward in Newark, DE is seeking an experienced Technical Product Owner / Business Analyst to partner with IT and business stakeholders across the full project lifecycle. The role defines and delivers solutions, elicits and validates requirements, contributes to high-level design, develops test cases, and supports implementation in collaboration with project managers and interfacing IT groups.

The ideal candidate has 5+ years in a technical product owner or business analyst role, strong

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 4-year experience in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a technical product owner or business analyst role within a project-based environment.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and priorities.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies; Jira experience preferable.
• Fluency in technology and knowledge of project and software development methodologies and techniques.
• Effective communication across organizational levels with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proficient facilitation, interviewing, workshop, and presentation capabilities.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Prior software development experience is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between Business and IT to translate business objectives into actionable requirements.
• Lead planning, elicitation, analysis, validation, and management of business and technical requirements.
• Document current and future state business processes and contribute to high-level solution design.
• Develop test cases and support user acceptance testing and implementation planning.
• Coordinate with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure delivery to scope, schedule, and quality.
• Manage priorities across multiple simultaneous projects and adapt to changing demands.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and presentations to drive consensus and decision-making.

Skills

Communication skills

Facilitation

Stakeholder management

Negotiation

Education

Bachelor's Degree in related field

Tools

Jira

Job description

Job Title: Technical Product Owner / Business Analyst

Location: Newark, DE

Duration: Contract - 12 months

Pay Range: $53.55/hr (W2)

Job ID: 409335

About BCforward

BCforward is a leading global IT consulting and workforce solutions firm providing services and support to Fortune 500 and government clients. Founded in 1998, BCforward has grown with our customers needs into a full-service business solutions provider. With delivery centers and offices across North America and India, we take pride in building long-term relationships and delivering excellence through innovation, collaboration, and integrity.

Job Description

We are seeking an experienced Technical Product Owner / Business Analyst to serve as a technical product owner and business analyst. The role will partner with IT and Business stakeholders to define and deliver solutions that meet business objectives across the full project lifecycle. The candidate will plan, elicit, analyze, validate, and manage requirements and business processes, contribute to high-level solution design, develop test cases, and support implementation in collaboration with Project Managers, Business Stakeholders, and interfacing IT groups. The role may also lead other IT project work based on changing project demands.

Responsibilities

• Act as a liaison between Business and IT to translate business objectives into actionable requirements.
• Lead planning, elicitation, analysis, validation, and management of business and technical requirements.
• Document current and future state business processes and contribute to high-level solution design.
• Develop test cases and support user acceptance testing and implementation planning.
• Coordinate with project managers and cross-functional teams to ensure delivery to scope, schedule, and quality.
• Manage priorities across multiple simultaneous projects and adapt to changing demands.
• Facilitate workshops, interviews, and presentations to drive consensus and decision-making.

Required Skills & Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent 4-year experience in a related field.
• Minimum 5 years in a technical product owner or business analyst role within a project-based environment.
• Experience managing multiple concurrent projects and priorities.
• Strong understanding of Agile and Waterfall methodologies; Jira experience preferable.
• Fluency in technology and knowledge of project and software development methodologies and techniques.
• Effective communication across organizational levels with strong interpersonal and negotiation skills.
• Proficient facilitation, interviewing, workshop, and presentation capabilities.
• Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Word and Microsoft Excel.
• Prior software development experience is a plus.

Preferred Skills

• Experience in Agile tools and ceremonies as a product owner or business analyst.
• Background supporting hybrid delivery models and cross-functional teams.

Work Arrangement & Interview Process

• Hybrid schedule with a minimum of 3 days onsite per week in Newark, DE.
• Target start month: October.
• Video interviews required.
• One to two rounds.
• Glider ID verification will be conducted.

Why BCforward?

At BCforward, we believe in advancing lives and careers. When you join our team, you gain access to:

• Competitive compensation and benefits.
• Opportunities for growth with global clients.
• A supportive, inclusive culture that values innovation and people.
• Exposure to cutting-edge technologies and projects.

About Our Commitment

BCforward is an equal opportunity employer.

We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, or veteran status.