Senior IT Business Analyst

About the Role

Jasara Program Management Company is seeking a Senior IT Business Analyst to join their team in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. This full-time role involves leading the analysis and documentation of complex business processes, collaborating with stakeholders to develop IT solutions that align with strategic objectives. The Senior IT Business Analyst will provide expert guidance throughout the project lifecycle, ensuring business needs are met through technology implementations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead requirements gathering and analysis sessions with business stakeholders to identify needs and objectives.
• Translate complex business requirements into clear functional specifications and design documents.
• Conduct impact analysis, gap analysis, and feasibility studies to inform decision-making.
• Collaborate with IT teams, project managers, and vendors to ensure successful delivery of IT solutions.
• Develop and maintain detailed documentation including process flows, use cases, and user stories.
• Facilitate communication between technical teams and business units to ensure shared understanding and resolve issues.
• Support testing activities by developing test plans and coordinating user acceptance testing.
• Mentor junior analysts and promote best practices in business analysis methodologies.
• Stay abreast of emerging technologies and industry trends to recommend innovative improvements.

Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Business Administration, or a related field; an advanced degree is preferred.
• At least 5-8 years of experience in business analysis within IT environments.
• Proven ability to manage complex requirements gathering and project documentation.
• Strong knowledge of business analysis methodologies, tools, and frameworks.
• Excellent communication, facilitation, and stakeholder management skills.
• Experience with software development lifecycle (SDLC) and agile methodologies.
• Proficiency with business analysis and project management tools (*, JIRA, Confluence).
• Relevant certifications such as CBAP, PMI-PBA, or equivalent are highly desirable.
• Strong problem-solving skills and critical thinking abilities.

Work Environment

This is a full-time position based in Riyadh, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia. The role involves working collaboratively with various internal IT teams, project managers, business units, and external vendors.