Business Analyst (5-7 yrs)

About the Job:

- We are seeking a seasoned and driven Business Analyst (Product Owner) to join our growing team.

- This role is pivotal in driving the successful delivery of our products by acting as the crucial link between business stakeholders and our development teams.

- You will leverage your extensive experience in Business Analysis and Agile methodologies to define product vision, prioritize features, and ensure the development of high-quality solutions that directly address business needs and strategic objectives.

- As a Product Owner, you will be empowered to lead product development initiatives, fostering a collaborative environment where innovation and efficiency thrive.

- You will play a key role in shaping the future of our products, contributing to our continued success and market leadership.

Responsibilities:

- Collaborate with stakeholders to define and articulate the product vision, roadmap, and strategy.

- Conduct market research and competitive analysis to identify opportunities and inform product decisions.

- Translate business requirements into clear and actionable product backlog items.

- Develop and maintain a prioritized product backlog, ensuring alignment with business goals and stakeholder needs.

- Define and refine user stories, acceptance criteria, and other backlog items.

- Conduct backlog grooming sessions to ensure the development team has a clear understanding of requirements.

- Participate in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, sprint reviews, and retrospectives.

- Act as the primary point of contact for the development team, providing guidance and clarification on requirements.

- Ensure that the development team understands the "why" behind the product features.

- Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external stakeholders.

- Facilitate effective communication and collaboration between stakeholders and the development team.

- Gather and analyze stakeholder feedback to inform product decisions.

- Conduct thorough requirements gathering sessions, workshops, and interviews.

- Create detailed and accurate documentation, including Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs), and user stories.

- Ensure documentation is clear, concise, and accessible to all stakeholders.

- Define acceptance criteria and ensure that developed features meet those criteria.

- Participate in user acceptance testing (UAT) to validate product functionality.

- Ensure that the final product meets the highest standards of quality.

- Monitor product performance and track key metrics.

- Generate reports and presentations to communicate product progress and performance to stakeholders.

- Use data-driven insights to inform product decisions and identify areas for improvement.

Required Skills and Qualifications:

Experience: 5-7 years of experience as a Business Analyst or Product Owner, with a proven track record of delivering successful projects in Agile environments.

Methodologies: Deep understanding and practical experience with Agile frameworks (Scrum, Kanban) and project management principles.

Documentation: Exceptional ability to create detailed and clear documentation, including BRDs, FRDs, user stories, and process flows.

Technical Acumen: Strong understanding of software development processes and technical constraints.

Tools: Proficiency with Agile and project management tools such as Jira, Confluence, Trello, or similar platforms.

Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders.

Problem-Solving: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with a proactive approach to identifying and resolving challenges.

Stakeholder Management: Demonstrated ability to build and maintain strong relationships with stakeholders at all levels.

Preferred Qualifications:

- Familiarity with UI/UX principles and experience collaborating with design teams.

- Experience conducting workshops and stakeholder interviews.

- Experience with data analysis and reporting.

Good to have:

- Certifications such as Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), Project Management Professional (PMP), or PMI Agile Certified Practitioner (PMI-ACP).

- Experience in leading a small team and mentoring junior analysts.