Business Analyst (Remote Opportunity)

VetsEZ•Philadelphia, PA

4d•Remote

About The Position

We are currently looking for a Business Analyst for a 100% remote position on a large federal government project supporting the Department of Veterans Affairs. The ideal candidate will bring a strong background in business analysis within Agile environments and a proven ability to translate business needs into effective software solutions. In this role, you will collaborate closely with cross-functional team members to analyze business requirements, facilitate stakeholder communication, and support the successful delivery of high-quality software products. The candidate must reside within the continental US.

Requirements

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science, a technical discipline, or any other relevant discipline is required.
Minimum of 8 years of professional analyst experience.
Demonstrated experience as a Business Analyst in Agile environments, particularly within the SAFe framework.
Demonstrated expertise in EDI (Electronic Data Interchange) transactions, including hands-on experience analyzing, interpreting, and validating EDI data within complex enterprise workflows.
Proficient in software development processes, including requirements gathering, documentation, and collaboration with cross-functional teams.
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to evaluate complex business challenges and propose effective solutions.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with a proven ability to work collaboratively and interact effectively with stakeholders and team members.

Nice To Haves

Experience with SAFe/Agile, Certified SAFe Practitioner certification is preferred.
Experience with the VA or other Government agencies.
Ability to obtain government clearance.

Responsibilities

Develop detailed user stories and acceptance criteria by collaborating with stakeholders to gather and refine requirements.
Manage and prioritize the product backlog in partnership with the Business stakeholders to align with business goals.
Support sprint planning by helping define and prioritize tasks that drive incremental value.
Maintain ongoing communication with stakeholders to share project updates and gather feedback.
Analyze business processes to identify gaps, inefficiencies, and opportunities for improvement.
Partner with the development team to design software solutions that effectively address business needs.
Oversee testing and validation efforts to ensure solutions meet defined requirements and quality standards.
Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation to support development, deployment, and maintenance.
Promote continuous improvement by identifying process enhancements and applying Agile best practices.
Take on additional tasks and responsibilities as needed to support team objectives and ensure the success of the project.