Business/Data Analyst

Business Analyst<br /><br />Defines business/system requirements by facilitating user meetings and interviewing users, developing use cases, and researching and resolving issues. Participates in business analysis project planning and management by documenting and maintaining plans, managing issue logs and preparing project documentation. Analyzes current processes and recommends solutions and improved processes. May also oversee the acquisition, analysis and dissemination of subject matter knowledge. Provides technical and business knowledge to clients. Keeps abreast of technological and competitive developments. Conducts research on industry practices and standards and other benchmarking data. Codes and maintains business application programs from user instructions or formal functional specifications. Experience in the analysis and testing phases in the development cycle. In addition having experience of 3 to 6 years.<br />Questions For Suppliers<br /><br />What are the top 3 must-haves you will be looking for in the resumes/interviews for this role? What type of software skills is an absolute must have?<br />Strong Analytical Skills<br />Strong problem solving skills<br />Strong communication skills (written and verbal)<br />Inquisitiveness<br />Technical Skills:<br />Excel, Word, JIRA<br />What are the top 3 “nice to have” that would separate a successful candidate from their competition?<br />Self starter<br />Quick to understand solutions<br />Create reports<br />What type of background would you like this person to have? How many years of experience are required?<br />At least 8 years of experience with 5 in technology as a business analyst<br />Is this role supporting a specific project or initiative, which project or initiative is this role supporting?<br />It supports governance function with architecture<br />What will the interview process look like (phone screen, face to face, meet with team, how many rounds, etc)? Is there a test in the interview the candidate should be prepared for?<br />Interview process will be short with 1-2 interviews. All will be at least a video call. An in person interview may be required<br />What are the working hours, time zone?<br />EST 8-5 or 9-5<br />Is this role remote/hybrid/onsite?<br />Hybrid with 4 onsite and 1 remote. You will be working with team members both in the US and China.<br />What is the duration of this contract and is there a chance it will be extended?<br />End of year 2024. Could be extended.<br />What is the day to day of the person going to look like? Please be specific.