Lead Technical Business Analyst - Financial Services

Tips: Provide a summary of the roThe Lead Technical Business Analyst plays a crucial role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. This position requires a seasoned professional with extensive experience in technical business analysis system design leadership team building and people management. The individual will lead a team of analysts collaborate with stakeholders and contribute to the development and implementation of strategic initiatives within the fintech domain.

Leadership and Team Building: Lead and inspire a team of technical business analysts providing guidance and mentoring to ensure their professional development. Actively participate in the recruitment and hiring process to build a high performing and motivated team. Foster a collaborative and innovative work environment encouraging the exchange of ideas and knowledge sharing. Requirements Gathering and Analysis: Work closely with business stakeholders to elicit document and analyze complex business requirements. Lead workshops and meetings to facilitate the understanding of business processes and goals. Translate business needs into detailed technical specifications ensuring alignment with overall business objectives. System Design and Architecture: Collaborate with architects and development teams to design robust and scalable technical solutions. Provide expertise in designing and implementing REST and SOAP APIs ensuring seamless integration within the existing system landscape. Ensure that the technical architecture aligns with industry best practices and organizational standards. Project Management: Oversee the planning execution and delivery of projects ensuring they are completed on time and within scope. Coordinate with crossfunctional teams including development testing and deployment teams to drive project success. Identify and mitigate project risks ensuring a smooth project lifecycle. Stakeholder Management: Act as a primary point of contact between business stakeholders and the technical teams Communicate project status updates and key milestones to executive leadership and other relevant stakeholders. Build and maintain strong relationships with internal and external partners. People Management Skills: Demonstrate strong people management skills in leading and developing a team. Foster a positive team culture and facilitate effective communication within the team. Address and resolve teamrelated challenges fostering a collaborative and productive work environment. Conduct training and knowledgesharing sessions for the BA community within the companyRoles & Responsibilities:le what success in the position looks like and how this role fits into the organization overall.

Qualifications:

Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science Information Technology or a related field. 10 15 years of experience in technical business analysis within the fintech or financial services industry. Proven leadership experience including managing and mentoring a team of analysts. Experience in recruiting and building highperforming teams. Expertise in designing and implementing REST and SOAP APIs. Indepth knowledge of system and data analysis as well as experience with complex business processes. Strong understanding of system design architecture and integration principles. Excellent project management skills with a track record of successful project deliveries. Exceptional communication presentation stakeholder management and people management skills. Indepth knowledge of the software development lifecycle and Agile methodologies. Relevant certifications in business analysis or related fields (optional).