Technical Business Analyst II or Senior

Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association•Denver, CO

1d•$95,000 - $125,000•Hybrid

About The Position

The Technical Business Analyst serves as a liaison between business stakeholders, Product Management, and technology teams to support the delivery of business and technology solutions. They are responsible for bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions by evaluating business and technology requests and translating them into actionable requirements and solution approaches that align with organizational objectives. They collaborate closely with stakeholders, developers, QA, architects, and delivery teams throughout the software development lifecycle to support solution discovery, design, implementation, and validation activities.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience
3+ years of business analysis experience
Successfully completed CCBA or similar certification(s) preferred
7+ years of business analysis experience
Proven experience leading complex or enterprise initiatives
Successfully completed CBAP or similar certification(s)
Certified Product Owner, Certified Scrum Master, or similar certifications preferred
Strong experience in Agile and/or hybrid delivery environments
Demonstrated expertise in requirements elicitation, analysis, validation, and lifecycle management
Working knowledge of solution discovery, systems interactions, integrations, and data flows
Understanding of software development lifecycle practices and delivery methodologies
Advanced expertise across all business analysis knowledge areas including elicitation, analysis, lifecycle management, and solution evaluation
Strong experience with Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies
Advanced understanding of business processes, technology systems, integrations, and enterprise solution approaches
Understanding of organizational strategy and alignment of technology solutions to business objectives
Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills
Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to varied audiences
Ability to independently navigate ambiguity and adapt approach based on context
Ability to analyze business problems and recommend effective solution approaches
Experience managing requirements lifecycle and traceability
Proven ability to influence executive, business, and technical stakeholders
Strong communication skills, including simplifying complex concepts for varied audiences
High adaptability and ability to operate effectively in evolving environments
Ability to lead solution strategy discussions and drive stakeholder alignment
Experience establishing BA standards and practices

Nice To Haves

Experience working as a Business Analyst in pension, investments, or a related field.
Advanced training or coursework in business analysis, Agile methodologies, systems analysis, process modeling, or solution design preferred
Advanced education, certifications, or training in business analysis, Agile delivery, product management, leadership, or solution architecture preferred

Responsibilities

Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, product owners, and delivery teams by clearly articulating business needs and translating them into actionable requirements.
Analyze and validate requirements and solution approaches to ensure alignment with business objectives, technical constraints, and stakeholder needs.
Partner with Product Managers, Project Managers, developers, and QA throughout the delivery lifecycle.
Evaluate business and technology requests and translate them into detailed business requirements, functional and non-functional requirements, and acceptance criteria.
Review functional requirements, data mappings, and solution designs with technical teams to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with implementation approach.
Create and maintain project artifacts such as workflows, data mappings, and functional specifications.
Lead UAT efforts, validating that delivered solutions meet business and functional requirements.
Manage and communicate changes to requirements, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and project teams.
Performs other duties as assigned