Business Analysis & Quality Assurance Analyst

Federal Home Loan Bank of Topeka•Topeka, KS

2d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position supports business and technology needs in an Agile environment. The role involves defining and prioritizing requirements, configuring packaged software, testing solutions, resolving defects, and training end users. Responsibilities range from assisting with requirements and testing to serving as a subject matter expert and mentoring team members. The position may be filled at a Level II or III depending on the qualifications of the selected candidate.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree and/or equivalent work experience.
3 to 5 years of similar or related professional experience for level II, 5 to 7 years required for level III.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; ability to think logically and orderly.
Excellent communication skills and ability to maintain confidentiality of information.
Intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook).
Ability to work and travel independently and operate general office equipment.
Goal-oriented mindset with a strong sense of team solidarity.

Nice To Haves

2 to 3 years of general financial experience comprising a combination of education and hands-on experience for level II, 3 to 5 years expected at level III.
Resourcefulness and creativity in researching new products and techniques.
Familiarity with database querying methods (required at level III).
Familiarity with test automation concepts and tools (required at level III).
Experience with Agile development methods (required at level III).
Understanding of database design, programming concepts, and web development (advanced knowledge required at level III).
Experience with packaged software testing concepts, tools, and business analysis (advanced knowledge required at level III).
Prior experience serving as a subject matter expert or mentoring others (expected at level III).

Responsibilities

Collaborate with business clients and IT colleagues to deliver technology solutions.
Configure packaged software and support upgrades.
Prepare and execute test plans, track defects, and ensure quality delivery.
Train and support end users in system operations.
Contribute to process improvements and project progress reporting.
Lead requirements management (Level II).
Collaborate with vendors (Level II).
Serve as a subject matter expert (Level II).
Provide technical leadership (Level III).
Mentor team members (Level III).
Drive best BA/QA best practices (Level III).