Sr Technical Business Data Analyst
Posted Today by Spar Information Systems
Negotiable
Undetermined
Remote
Remote
Summary: The Sr Technical Business Data Analyst role involves reviewing and analyzing business systems and processes to define data-centric solutions. The position requires collaboration with various teams to document requirements, perform data analysis, and support decision-making through effective communication. The analyst will also lead and mentor other business analysts while managing client relationships and contributing to project execution. This is a remote position with a focus on the healthcare domain and requires extensive experience in business analysis and data management.
Key Responsibilities:
- Review, analyze, and evaluate business systems, processes, and user needs to define BI-centric solutions
- Document business requirements, define scope, and establish objectives aligned with organizational strategies
- Translate business needs, processes, and procedures into structured documentation consumable by solution architects and technical teams
- Propose and evaluate alternative business and data solutions where appropriate
- Perform data analysis using strong SQL query skills and apply expertise in relational databases and reporting
- Understand and support how business users leverage data for decision-making
- Develop and implement process flows and process control mechanisms for project execution and governance
- Maintain a thorough understanding of client organizational structure and business processes, and apply this knowledge to project delivery
- Collaborate closely with architects, developers, QA analysts, and other technology teams to deliver solutions
- Employ a collaborative approach when working with cross-functional technical and business teams
- Lead and mentor Business Analysts, and guide development teams during project implementation
- Demonstrate ability to plan, prioritize, and accomplish project goals effectively
- Track, document, and communicate project status, risks, issues, and obstacles clearly through appropriate leadership channels
- Develop BI documentation artifacts, including report mock-ups, system specifications, and test plans aligned with standards
- Identify, document, and communicate opportunities for enhancement and improvement across BI solutions and business processes
- Develop and manage client/customer relationships, both internal and external
- Communicate effectively with stakeholders to identify needs and evaluate solution options in collaboration with project management
- Work under limited supervision, demonstrating ownership and accountability for deliverables
- Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuous learning, industry engagement, and professional development
- Contribute to overall team success by supporting organizational goals and broader initiatives
- Support the achievement of organizational vision and strategic objectives
- Perform other duties as required
Key Skills:
- 8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in BI, data, or analytics environments
- 5+ years of experience in the healthcare domain (payer preferred)
- Strong expertise in SQL and query languages for data analysis
- Strong understanding of relational database concepts (RDBMS, data structures, joins, normalization)
- Experience with data warehousing (EDW) and reporting Visualization platforms
- Proven experience in requirements gathering, functional specifications, system documentation, and testing (including UAT)
- Experience working with CRM platforms and CareAxis (or similar care management/CRM solutions)
- Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure data services (Data Factory, Azure SQL, Data Lake, etc.)
- Strong experience with Power BI for reporting and visualization
- Experience working with Snowflake for data warehousing and analytics
- Strong communication skills to interact with business stakeholders and technical teams
- Ability to manage scope, timelines, and deliverables effectively
- Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities
Salary (Rate): undetermined
City: undetermined
Country: undetermined
Working Arrangements: remote
IR35 Status: undetermined
Seniority Level: undetermined
Industry: IT
Role: Sr Technical Business Data Analyst
Location: Remote
Duration: 12 Months
Key Responsibilities
* Review, analyze, and evaluate business systems, processes, and user needs to define Bl-centric solutions
* Document business requirements, define scope, and establish objectives aligned with organizational strategies
* Translate business needs, processes, and procedures into structured documentation consumable by solution architects and technical teams
* Propose and evaluate alternative business and data solutions where appropriate
* Perform data analysis using strong SQL query skills and apply expertise in relational databases and reporting
* Understand and support how business users leverage data for decision-making
* Develop and implement process flows and process control mechanisms for project execution and governance
* Maintain a thorough understanding of client organizational structure and business processes, and apply this knowledge to project delivery
* Collaborate closely with architects, developers, QA analysts, and other technology teams to deliver solutions
* Employ a collaborative approach when working with cross-functional technical and business teams
* Lead and mentor Business Analysts, and guide development teams during project implementation
* Demonstrate ability to plan, prioritize, and accomplish project goals effectively
* Track, document, and communicate project status, risks, issues, and obstacles clearly through appropriate leadership channels
* Develop Bl documentation artifacts, including report mock-ups, system specifications, and test plans aligned with standards
* Identify, document, and communicate opportunities for enhancement and improvement across BI solutions and business processes
* Develop and manage client/customer relationships, both internal and external
* Communicate effectively with stakeholders to identify needs and evaluate solution options in collaboration with project management
* Work under limited supervision, demonstrating ownership and accountability for deliverables
* Maintain professional and technical knowledge through continuous learning, industry engagement, and professional development
* Contribute to overall team success by supporting organizational goals and broader initiatives
* Support the achievement of organizational vision and strategic objectives
* Perform other duties as required
Required Skills:
* 8+ years of experience as a Business Analyst in Bl, data, or analytics environments
* 5+ years of experience in the healthcare domain (payer preferred)
* Strong expertise in SQL and query languages for data analysis
* Strong understanding of relational database concepts (RDBMS, data structures, joins, normalization)
* Experience with data warehousing (EDW) and reporting Visualization platforms
* Proven experience in requirements gathering, functional specifications, system documentation, and testing (including UAT)
* Experience working with CRM platforms and CareAxis (or similar care management/CRM solutions)
* Hands-on experience with Microsoft Azure data services (Data Factory, Azure SQL, Data Lake, etc.)
* Strong experience with Power Bl for reporting and visualization
* Experience working with Snowflake for data ware! Jing and analytics
* Strong communication skills to interact with business stakeholders and technical teams.
* Ability to manage scope, timelines, and deliverable effectively.
* Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities.