Job Description
Are you a strategic thinker looking to make an impact while enjoying a schedule that prioritizes your work-life balance? Apex Data Systems is currently seeking a highly analytical and detail-oriented Business Analyst to join our thriving team in Detroit, MI. In this pivotal role, you will serve as the critical link between our technical development teams and business stakeholders, ensuring our solutions drive measurable value. We are looking for a professional who thrives in a fast-paced environment and can translate complex business requirements into elegant technical specifications during our high-impact night operations.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive requirement gathering sessions with stakeholders to define clear project scope and objectives.
- Analyze complex business processes and data flows to identify inefficiencies and recommend actionable optimization strategies.
- Translate business needs into detailed functional specifications and user stories for the development team.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams (IT, Operations, Sales) to ensure seamless integration and project delivery.
- Document workflows, process maps, and system configurations to ensure knowledge retention.
- Monitor project progress against milestones and report key performance metrics to leadership.
- Facilitate user acceptance testing (UAT) to ensure deliverables meet quality standards.
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, or a related field.
- 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, with a preference for candidates available for night shift work.
- Strong proficiency in SQL and advanced Microsoft Excel (Pivot Tables, VLOOKUP, Macros).
- Experience working with Agile/Scrum methodologies and tools like JIRA or Confluence.
- Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to non-technical audiences.
- Demonstrated ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a remote or hybrid setting.