Business Analyst

Piper Companies is seeking a Business Analyst to join a growing Data Insights team supporting large-scale healthcare data initiatives. This role would be a 6-month contract-to-hire hybrid position in Columbia, Maryland, requiring going onsite one day a week. This role will partner closely with data engineers, business stakeholders, and subject matter experts to transform complex business requirements into actionable technical specifications and data solutions.

Key Responsibilities

* Gather, analyze, and document business and technical requirements for data-focused initiatives

* Translate business needs into clear specifications for data engineering teams

* Collaborate with stakeholders across technical, operational, and business functions

* Assist with testing, validation, and quality assurance efforts to ensure deliverables meet requirements

* Support Agile/Scrum processes, including backlog management and requirements refinement

* Analyze data flows and transformations across multiple systems and platforms

* Maintain documentation related to data sources, business rules, workflows, and reporting requirements

* Help identify and resolve data-related issues and support continuous process improvements

* Manage multiple priorities while maintaining strong attention to detail

Required Qualifications

* 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst, Data Analyst, or similar data-focused role

* Strong SQL or Python skills, including the ability to write and troubleshoot complex queries

* Understanding of data transformation, data integration, and data movement between systems

* Experience gathering requirements and working with technical and non-technical stakeholders

* Familiarity with testing, validation, and QA processes

* Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and organizational skills

* Ability to quickly learn new business processes, systems, and data structures

Preferred Qualifications

* Experience working in healthcare, healthcare IT, public health, or related industries

* Advanced SQL experience

* Experience with Agile methodologies and Jira

* Exposure to cloud-based data environments such as Azure Data Factory, Databricks, Spark, or Data Lakes

* Experience supporting analytics, reporting, or business intelligence initiatives

* Bachelor's degree or equivalent professional experience

Top Priorities

* Strong SQL or Python proficiency

* Understanding of data flow, integration, and transformation concepts

* Ability to work with and connect data from multiple systems

* Interest in business analysis, data analytics, and stakeholder-facing work

* Strong communication skills and a willingness to learn

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