Junior Business Analyst
Vubiquity
Sherman Oaks, CAThis was removed by the employer on 12/15/2015 1:30:00 PM PST
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Overview:
The Junior Business Analyst (Jr. BA) is responsible for understanding the architectural design and components (whether proprietary and/or vendor-driven) of VUBIQUITY business and service solutions as we move from our Legacy environment to AnyVU Cloud (AVC). And with that context, the Jr. BA shall design end-to-end processes and workflows according to project or program needs, breaking these down to task-level. These may be defined by system, department, and/or individual, where required. The end result should be a detailed design, accounting for all points of interoperability, required/dependent considerations, as well as the ''system of record'' for core data elements, in most cases for both As-Is and To Be scenarios, with gap analysis.
The Jr. BA shall be constantly improving the business with new processes or identifying enhancements to existing solutions. By leveraging existing knowledge of business platforms/applications/tools and enterprise-wide processes, the Jr. BA will effectively hear, capture and communicate requirements, contributing to the shape of Product features in a consultative role, with particular emphasis on operational and business impact. The Jr. BA shall work in close conjunction with Product, Software Engineering and DevOps, as well as other BAs and Project Managers within the Program Management Office (PMO), and may consider departments such as Operations, Billing and Marketing as Stakeholders. In addition, the Jr. BA shall support Product and Stakeholders in User Acceptance Testing (UAT) by setting up test materials, overseeing/conducting end-user training, and contributing to end-user guides.
Responsibilities:
-Have command of VUBIQUITY business processes, such that the Jr. BA can advise on and influence improvements, overhauls, and implementations.
-Models/Diagrams - illustration of systems, processes, organizational restructuring (if applicable)
-Familiarity with specific flows and/or assigned systems/components
-Assess cost/ROI; conduct ''Lift'' analysis: efficiencies gained- headcount reduction, condensed process timelines, cost avoidance and streamlined systems
Requirements Management:
-Communicate: Liaise with customers (Program Sponsors, Product, affected Stakeholders) and Projects Managers, ensuring that solutions presented are accurately translated.
-Where necessary, organize and assess Epics, translate and simplify into User Stories, use cases.
-Author UAT plan drafts; oversee UAT execution
-Author end-user documentation
-Support ''bake-in period'' and training effort
Qualifications:
EBA/BS degree required or equivalent experience.
-Adept at Visio and other diagramming software.
-Applicants, be prepared to provide a sample of your work.
-Technical writing skills.
-Applicants, be prepared to provide a sample of your work.
-Unmatched problem solving and analytical skills, both qualitative and quantitative.
Demonstrated success with operating within diverse and cross-functional groups, and working effectively with technical players.
Ability to accommodate rapid change and adapt accordingly.
Excellent communication abilities, including LISTENING, and tailoring communication to audience to achieve desired results.
Savvy, responsible and self-motivated, able to thrive in an energetic, fast paced entrepreneurial environment.
Teammate who builds relationships at all levels of the organization.
Ethical and proactive leader who can maximize the resources of a start-up environment.
Leadership qualities, including meeting facilitation, time management, organization, strategic planning, risk management, and ability to influence others.
Powerpoint, Signiant scripting, SQL querying, and advanced Excel skills are all a plus.
Preferred: Honed skills and knowledge developed elsewhere in the organization.
Preferred: Experience working as a Business Analyst or Project Manager in the entertainment media sector.
VUBIQUITY's dynamic employees take tech and entertainment to the next level! As the leading global provider of Premium Content Services, VUBIQUITY offers exciting opportunities in the fast-paced world of digital and OTT distribution, providing cutting-edge media services. We have been recognized as one of the fastest growing technology companies by Deloitte for the last three years and recently made Built In LA's list of ''Top 100 Tech Employers in LA''. Our employees are passionate, talented, dedicated and constantly challenged to grow. We also offer outstanding wellness opportunities including on-site trainers, fitness classes, educational seminars, and other events to help you flourish and grow. If you want to challenge yourself and grow your career, then join the VU from the top! VU yourself at VUBIQUITY.