Senior Business Analyst

Higginbotham

. Set direction for requirements discovery across multiple product areas or complex, cross-functional initiatives .

Posted 9/18/2026full-timeRemote • United StatesSeniorWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates extensive experience in leading requirements discovery and analysis across complex, cross-functional initiatives, with a strong focus on translating ambiguous business needs into structured requirements. Proficient in Agile/Scrum methodologies and skilled in mentoring less experienced analysts while maintaining high standards for documentation and backlog management.

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Requirements DiscoveryAgile/Scrum ExperienceSQL ProficiencyMentoring AnalystsStakeholder Engagement

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Hard Skills

Requirements AnalysisUser Story DevelopmentAcceptance Criteria DefinitionBacklog ManagementData Flow DiagramsProcess MappingConflict ResolutionDocumentation StandardsQuality AuditingData Validation

Soft Skills

Excellent CommunicationRelationship BuildingCoachingFacilitationProblem Solving

Tools & Technologies

Azure DevOps

Industry Keywords

Business AnalystCross-Functional InitiativesProduct StrategyStakeholder ManagementTechnology-Focused Organization

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Set direction for requirements discovery across multiple product areas or complex, cross-functional initiatives
Translate ambiguous or competing business objectives into structured requirements, user stories, and acceptance criteria
Resolve conflicts among stakeholder groups
Identify systemic gaps and inefficiencies across products and workflows and recommend solutions informing product strategy
Serve as escalation point for requirements or scope conflicts between business stakeholders and engineering teams
Establish and maintain requirements-gathering standards and best practices for the Business Analyst team
Guide backlog strategy and prioritization across multiple product areas
Advise the Director of Product Management on trade-offs
Oversee backlog grooming and release activities across the analyst team
Audit work item quality in Azure DevOps and coach others on consistency
Build relationships with senior business stakeholders and engineering leadership
Represent the analyst function in cross-functional and strategic conversations
Facilitate complex or high-stakes requirements reviews and sign-off sessions
Advise on requirements-related risk and product roadmap decisions
Establish documentation standards for BRDs, process maps, and data flow diagrams
Consolidate and report on backlog health and requirement completion trends
Advise on data and reporting considerations for complex, cross-system requirements
Mentor and coach less experienced analysts

Requirements

What you’ll need

8+ years of experience in a business analyst or similar role within a technology-focused organization
Demonstrated ability to lead requirements discovery and analysis across multiple product areas or complex, cross-functional initiatives
Track record of mentoring or developing less experienced analysts
Strong ability to translate ambiguous, competing, or undefined business needs into structured, actionable requirements
Agile/Scrum experience, including facilitating or advising on ceremonies across multiple teams
Excellent written and verbal communication skills, including experience engaging senior stakeholders and engineering leadership
Proficient in SQL
Familiarity with database server concepts, including tables, relationships, and data validation
Ability to lift 25 pounds
Repeated use of sight to read documents and computer screens
Repeated use of hearing and speech to communicate on telephone and in person
Repetitive hand movements, such as keyboarding, writing, and 10-key
Walking, bending, sitting, reaching, and stretching in all directions

Benefits

Comp & perks

Medical coverage
Dental coverage
Vision coverage
Prescription drug coverage
401(k)
Equity incentive plan
Multiple supplemental benefits for physical, emotional, and financial wellbeing
Employee Wellness Program
Company-paid holidays
PTO