Business Systems Analyst

Position: Business Systems Analyst 2
Walnut Creek, California Information Technology – Business Applications /Exempt /Hybrid Berkshire Hathaway Homestate Companies, Workers Compensation Division, has a need for an IT Business Systems Analyst 2 to serve as a bridge between IT and business units, analyzing business needs and translating them into actionable technical solutions. This role involves managing and enhancing various business systems to support efficient processes, improve productivity, and align IT solutions with organizational goals.

This resource will become a systems experts, offering the advantage of efficiency gain and optimization through advisement on functional and non-functional testing and support for workflow and requirements with end users.

Must be legally authorized to work in the United States, without requiring, now or in the future, sponsorship for employment visa status.

ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES BUSINESS REQUIREMENTS GATHERINGWork closely with technical product owners, IT resources, and stakeholders across departments to understand business needs, processes, and objectives.

Conduct interviews, workshops, and document analysis to gather detailed requirements for new systems or system enhancements.

Work with architects, developers, and Dev Ops engineers to design solutions, validate feasibility, and ensure scalability.

SYSTEM ANALYSIS & DESIGNAnalyze existing systems and workflows to identify gaps, inefficiencies, or areas for improvement.

Develop and document functional specifications, system design requirements, and workflow diagrams.

Work with IT teams to ensure that system designs meet business requirements and technical standards.

PROJECT IMPLEMENTATIONSupport project planning by developing timelines, defining project scope, and estimating resources.

Collaborate with project managers, developers, and other team members during the implementation phase.

Conduct system testing, including functional, regression, and user acceptance testing (UAT), to ensure system changes meet quality standards.

STAKEHOLDER COMMUNICATION & SUPPORTAct as a liaison between IT teams and business units, ensuring clear communication and understanding ofsystem requirements and constraints.

Provide training and support to end-users, helping them understand system functionalities and maximize the system’s value.

DATA MANAGEMENT & REPORTINGCollaborate with data teams to ensure accurate data integration, reporting, and business intelligence.

Develop and maintain reports and dashboards that support business decision-making.

CONTINUOUS IMPROVEMENTStay updated on industry trends, best practices, and emerging technologies.

Proactively identify opportunities for process improvement and lead initiatives to optimize.

QUALITY ASSURANCE & UAT LEADERSHIP Define and enforce acceptance criteria for features and user stories to ensure high-quality deliverables.

Collaborate with the QA team to develop comprehensive test plans, perform acceptance testing, and ensure product readiness.

Lead user acceptance testing (UAT) sessions, ensuring that product features meet business and technical requirements.

PRODUCT LAUNCH & POST-LAUNCH SUPPORTCoordinate product releases, working closely with release management, Dev Ops, and support teams.

Monitor and track the performance of product features post-launch and implement necessary improvements.

Provide post-release support to address technical issues and feedback from users and stakeholders.

RISK & COMPLIANCE Ensure that all business applications comply with industry regulations and internal security standards, including SOX, PCI-DSS, and other financial sector regulations.

Work with the cybersecurity team to ensure applications are secured against potential threats and vulnerabilities.

Develop and implement procedures…