Business Analyst

Simon Fraser University

$85K — $102K *
Business Services
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or Business Administration and 2 years of relevant experience.
  • Knowledge of requirements elicitation, quality assurance, and change management best practices.
  • Familiarity with business process re-engineering and improvement practices.
  • Understanding of Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN).
  • Strong skills in leadership, analytical reasoning, problem-solving, and organizational capacity.

Responsibilities

  • Participate in the analysis of medium complexity business requirements for software solutions.
  • Document business processes and analyze client needs.
  • Facilitate the development of process improvement recommendations.
  • Develop functional specifications for software implementation.
  • Collaborate with cross-functional clients to ensure alignment of business needs.

Benefits

  • Additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay.
  • Employer paid extended health & dental plans.
  • Professional development funds for employees with a minimum contract period of 1 year.
  • Hybrid-work program for eligible positions.
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Union/Affiliation:

Administrative and Professional Staff (APSA)

Pay range:

$85,993 to $102,588 annually

SFU Department Descr:

IT Services

Position Grade:

10

# of openings:

0

Biweekly Hours:

72

About the Role

The Business Analyst (BA) participates in all phases of analysis involving medium complexity business requirements for medium to large software solutions involving cross-functional clients. The BA analyzes business needs and documents business processes; facilitates the development of recommendations to streamline processes; and develops functional specifications for software implementation, development, and integration.

Full Job Description

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree in Computer Science or Business Administration and 2 years of related experience in areas such as business analysis, working with enterprise level applications in a large, complex, technically focused environment, or an equivalent combination of education, training and experience.
  • Good knowledge of requirements elicitation, quality assurance, and change management best practices.
  • Good knowledge of facilitating business process re-engineering and improvement.
  • Good knowledge of the Business Process Model and Notation (BPMN).
  • Strong leadership and mentorship skills.
  • Strong analytical reasoning, problem solving, time management, and organizational skills.

What We Offer

At SFU, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace. We offer temporary employees who belong in the Administrative & Professional Staff Association (APSA):
  • An additional 7% pay in lieu of benefits & 8% vacation pay
  • Employer paid extended health & dental plans
  • Professional development funds (minimum contract period of 1 year)
  • Hybrid-work program for eligible positions

Additional Information

The assignment end date is March 31, 2027.

Please include your cover letter and resume in one attachment.

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