System Analyst

Job Description

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Systems Analyst to bridge the gap between business needs and technical execution. The ideal candidate will be a former developer with a strong understanding of software development processes, exceptional analytical and documentation capabilities, and the ability to clearly translate business and functional requirements into technical specifications for development teams. What You'll Do Analyse and interpret Business Requirements Documents (BRDs) and Functional Requirements Documents (FRDs). Translate high-level business and functional requirements into detailed developer ready specifications, workflows, data models, and technical user stories. Collaborate with Product Managers, Architects, and Developers to ensure clarity, completeness, and feasibility of requirements. Conduct gap analysis, impact analysis, and feasibility studies. Facilitate scope definition, technical estimation, and development timelines in collaboration with engineering teams. Act as the primary liaison between business users and development teams throughout the SDLC. Support QA teams by reviewing test cases for coverage and alignment to requirements. Assist in UAT coordination, feedback analysis, and post-implementation review. Maintain comprehensive system and process documentation that is accessible, clear, and version-controlled. Participate in sprint planning, backlog grooming, and technical walkthroughs. What Youll Need Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field. Minimum 5+ years of experience in IT with at least 3+ years as a Systems Analyst and 35 years as a developer (C#, Python, Angular, or similar). Proven experience in interpreting BRDs, FRDs, and converting them into developer ready documentation. Strong understanding of SDLC (Agile and Waterfall). Hands-on experience with tools such as Jira, Confluence, Lucidchart, Visio, or similar. Experience in scoping development work, breaking down tasks, and estimating timelines. Excellent written and verbal communication skills in English (clear, concise, and technically precise). Strong stakeholder engagement skills with both technical and non-technical audiences. Ability to work independently with minimal supervision while also thriving in a team oriented environment. Prior experience working with distributed teams, especially across time zones. (Good to have) Domain knowledge in shipping, logistics, finance, or ERP systems is a plus. (Good to have) Certification in Business Analysis (CBAP, CCBA) or Agile is an advantage. (Good to have)