Business Analyst - with java / MF Development experience is mandatory

As a Business Analyst at Arthur Grand Technologies, your primary responsibilities include reading and interpreting complex applications, translating technical logics into business-friendly language, and providing support to your team members. You’ll also be expected to utilize your QA and Automation background to help ensure the quality of applications while showcasing your presentation skills through documentation like PowerPoint decks and Visio diagrams.

To qualify for the Business Analyst position at Arthur Grand Technologies, candidates are expected to have 10 to 13 years of organizational experience, a strong Java and Mainframe Development background, and the ability to understand and communicate complex application structures. A background in QA and Automation is beneficial and familiarity with Agile methodologies, while not mandatory, is a plus.

The work environment for the Business Analyst position at Arthur Grand Technologies is dynamic and engaging, with a focus on collaboration and professional growth. Located in Chicago, IL, this onsite role encourages teamwork and allows for meaningful contributions to projects while interacting closely with colleagues across different teams and departments.

Currently, the Business Analyst position at Arthur Grand Technologies is specified as Day 1 Onsite in Chicago, IL. While remote work policies may vary by position and project needs, this particular role emphasizes onsite engagement to foster collaboration and immediate support.

At Arthur Grand Technologies, we take pride in offering our employees a plethora of professional growth opportunities. As a Business Analyst, you’ll have access to ongoing training, mentorship from senior professionals, involvement in challenging projects, and the chance to participate in industry conferences and networking events to expand your skills and career.

Highlight specific projects where you utilized Java or Mainframe technologies to solve business problems. Explain your role in these projects and how your technical knowledge contributed to translating requirements.

Discuss techniques you use to simplify complex ideas, such as using visual aids or analogies. Emphasize your communication skills and your ability to understand both the technical and business aspects.

Share specific methodologies such as interviews, surveys, or workshops. Emphasize your ability to engage stakeholders and capture their needs effectively.

Provide an example where you successfully mediated between parties, emphasizing your negotiation skills and the steps you took to reach a consensus.

Explain how you integrate QA principles into your analysis work to ensure deliverables meet business needs, including collaboration with QA teams or developing test cases.

Discuss any Agile projects you've been involved with, your understanding of the Agile process, and how you’ve adapted your analysis work in a rapid development environment.

Share your strategies for continuous learning, such as attending seminars, online courses, or following industry publications, to remain informed about developments in business analysis and technology.

Discuss your methods for prioritization, such as using project management tools, balancing urgent tasks against important long-term goals, and maintaining communication with stakeholders.

Describe your past experiences creating presentations and the value of effective communication in ensuring stakeholder buy-in. Include specifics about tools used, such as PowerPoint or Visio.

Express your enthusiasm for the company’s culture, growth opportunities, and the chance to work with a team of experienced professionals, relating it back to your career aspirations and values.