Systems Analyst

Placements24; Paarl; On-site; ZAR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical aid

Retirement contributions

Professional development

Stable employment

Job summary

Placements24 in Paarl is seeking a proactive Systems Analyst to bridge business needs with technology. You will gather requirements, analyze systems, and translate needs into detailed technical specifications while collaborating with IT and business teams.

The role emphasizes documenting processes, designing system architectures, and training end-users to ensure efficient technology solutions across the company.

Qualifications

• Experience with SDLC and project management methodologies.
• Strong analytical, problem-solving and critical thinking skills.
• Ability to create system documentation, flowcharts and diagrams.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with stakeholders in Paarl.

Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders.
• Analyze existing systems and workflows to identify improvements.
• Translate requirements into technical specs for development.
• Design and document system architecture, interfaces, and processes.
• Collaborate with developers and testers to implement solutions.
• Provide training and support to end-users on new systems.

Skills

SDLC

Project management

Analytical thinking

Documentation

Stakeholder communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in IT/CS/Business Admin

Job description

About the Role

Our client is seeking a proactive and analytical Systems Analyst to join their IT department in Paarl . This role is crucial for bridging the gap between business needs and technological solutions. You will be responsible for analyzing user requirements, designing system specifications, and ensuring that IT systems meet organizational objectives. Working within our Paarl office, you will collaborate closely with various departments to understand their processes and recommend improvements, playing a vital role in optimizing operational efficiency and implementing effective technology solutions across the company.

Key Responsibilities

• Gather and document business requirements from stakeholders across different departments.
• Analyze existing systems and business workflows to identify areas for improvement.
• Translate business requirements into detailed technical specifications for system development or modification.
• Design and document system architecture, user interfaces, and process flows.
• Collaborate with developers and testers to ensure the successful implementation of system solutions.
• Provide training and support to end-users on new or modified systems.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Computer Science, Business Administration, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Systems Analyst or in a similar business analysis role.
• Strong understanding of systems development life cycles (SDLC) and project management methodologies.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and critical thinking skills.
• Proficiency in creating system documentation, flowcharts, and diagrams.
• Effective communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to liant with both technical and non-technical stakeholders in Paarl .

Benefits

• Competitive annual salary with performance-based reviews.
• Standard employee benefits package including medical aid and retirement contributions.
• A professional and structured work environment in Paarl .
• Opportunities for professional development and training.
• Work closely with a team on impactful IT projects.
• Stable employment with a reputable organization.