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Job Title: Product Analyst III Job Location (Onsite, NO REMOTE): Cary, NC or Carrolton, TX
Responsibilities:
A Product Analyst III takes a more proactive role in analyzing business needs and translating them into effective technology solutions. You will lead specific workstreams or feature analyses, develop comprehensive requirements, facilitate stakeholder discussions, contribute to test strategy, and mentor junior analysts, operating with significant autonomy.
The Product Analyst III will:
Independently conduct organizational analysis, identify improvement opportunities, and contribute to the measurement and prioritization of initiatives
Proactively interact and coordinate with system developers, architects, and business leaders on complex application changes, development, and deployment strategies
Gather, analyze, and document complex business requirements, engaging effectively with technology partners to design robust solutions
Write, communicate, and refine detailed requirements and user stories using various methods (e.g., use cases, activity diagrams) ensuring clarity and alignment with business goals
Identify key stakeholders, understand their influence, and manage communications effectively across functional areas for assigned projects or features
Work effectively within Scrum or Kanban teams, often facilitating specific discussions or ceremonies
Develop comprehensive and well-defined acceptance criteria
Lead or significantly contribute to Scrum ceremonies and retrospectives, driving improvements
Develop and maintain high-quality system and user documentation
Plan, coordinate, and oversee functional testing and user training for specific features or components
Provide insightful verbal and written reports and analysis to management and stakeholders
Create detailed workflow diagrams and technical documentation
Collaborate closely with Tech Leads and UAT to establish clear definitions of "done" and ensure quality delivery
Lead risk assessment efforts for specific project areas and develop mitigation plans
Lead backlog grooming sessions for specific features or components, contributing to roadmap planning
Assist the Product Owner in defining approaches to deliver product roadmap itemes
Develop comprehensive test plans, oversee execution, and certify changes against finalized requirements
Mentor and provide guidance to Product Analysts I and II
Perform other related duties as required and assigned
Qualifications:
4 Year college degree (Bachelor) or equivalent work experience
4-6 years of relevant experience in business analysis, product analysis, or related roles, with strong, demonstrated Agile experience
In-depth knowledge and application of Agile methodologies and principles
Excellent interpersonal, verbal, written communication, and presentation skills
Excellent organizational skills and proven ability to manage complex tasks and priorities
Strong teamwork mentality, including formal/informal mentorship of junior analysts
Highly proficient in the G-Suite (Docs, Sheets, Slides, etc.)
Strong data analysis experience required; experience with BI Tools preferred
Expertise with JIRA, Confluence, or similar Agile management tools required
Proven ability to work independently with minimal supervision and lead specific initiatives
Demonstrated ability to manage multiple complex projects/workstreams concurrently
Proven track record of delivering high-quality work in a fast-paced environment
Excellent critical thinking, problem-solving, analytical, and decision-making skills
Solid Financial Services and mortgage industry experience strongly preferred
Strong business acumen and ability to effectively interface with middle and senior management