Business Analyst
Location: Denver, CO
Job Type: Contract
Company: IDR
Category: Development and Architecture
Job Description Apply Now
The Business Analyst role is a key position responsible for supporting vendor-delivered technology projects as well as selected internal application initiatives. This opportunity offers the chance to work with a leading organization, bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. The Business Analyst serves as a crucial liaison between stakeholders, ensuring that requirements are gathered, analyzed, and translated into actionable tasks for IT teams and vendors. This position involves facilitating communication, driving the adoption of new systems, and ensuring that all documentation meets the highest standards of clarity and testability.
As a Business Analyst, you will be at the center of technology project execution, working with cross-functional teams to deliver business solutions that align with company goals. Your expertise in requirements gathering, workshop facilitation, and user acceptance testing (UAT) coordination will be essential in ensuring successful project delivery. You will also play a significant role in supporting production releases, troubleshooting issues, and providing detailed documentation for defect resolution. The Business Analyst is expected to contribute to the continuous improvement of processes and to foster effective communication and collaboration among stakeholders.
This full-time position provides a comprehensive benefits package and the opportunity to make a significant impact within a respected organization known for its industry leadership. Working in Denver offers a vibrant professional environment with access to an array of cultural and recreational amenities, making it an attractive location for professionals seeking career growth and a high quality of life. The Business Analyst role is ideal for those who possess strong analytical and communication skills, experience with vendor-led technology projects, and a passion for enabling business transformation through technology.
Business Analyst - Summary- Serve as a lead in requirements gathering and documentation for vendor-led technology projects and internal application initiatives.
- Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, vendors, and IT teams to ensure alignment on project objectives and deliverables.
- Support the adoption of new releases by contributing to user training and communication strategies.
- Participate in issue resolution and provide detailed documentation for defect tracking and closure.
- Lead and coordinate requirements activities for technology projects, ensuring all business and technical needs are captured and documented.
- Facilitate discovery sessions, workshops, and ongoing requirement clarifications with diverse teams, including business users, vendors, and IT professionals.
- Translate business needs into clear, actionable requirements such as Business Requirements Documents (BRDs), user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria.
- Work closely with vendor project managers and solution architects to confirm project scope, identify dependencies, and address change requests.
- Coordinate user acceptance testing (UAT), including planning, script development, execution, and feedback management.
- Support production releases by triaging reported issues, reproducing bugs, and documenting findings for resolution by development teams.
- Assist in the development and execution of communication and training plans to facilitate smooth adoption of new systems and processes.
- Competitive compensation package aligned with industry standards for Business Analyst roles.
- Comprehensive benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance.
- Employee Stock Ownership Program, offering long-term financial incentives and investment in the organization's success.
- Recognition for excellence, including industry awards and acknowledgments.
- Access to ongoing professional development and dedicated engagement management support.
- Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, IT Business Analyst, Systems Analyst, or Product Analyst.
- Demonstrated experience leading requirements activities for vendor-led technology projects.
- Proven ability to facilitate discovery sessions and workshops with cross-functional teams.
- Strong background in documenting business requirements, user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria.
- Experience collaborating with vendor project managers and solution architects to validate project scope and manage changes.
- Skilled in coordinating UAT planning, creating test scripts, and managing defect tracking through to closure.
- Capable of gathering and refining requirements for both major and minor internal application enhancements.
- Detail-oriented and analytical thinker with excellent problem-solving skills.
- Strong communicator, able to effectively engage with stakeholders at all levels of the organization.
- Experience working in fast-paced environments and managing multiple priorities.
- Proactive in identifying potential issues and offering solutions to ensure project success.
- Committed to professional growth and contributing positively to team dynamics.
- The Business Analyst position offers the chance to work with a leading organization recognized for its commitment to employee development and industry excellence.
- Employees benefit from a collaborative culture and opportunities to participate in meaningful projects that drive business transformation.
- The role is based in a dynamic and thriving professional environment, providing access to resources and networks that support career advancement.
- All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran. IDR is subject to certain governmental recordkeeping and reporting requirements for the administration of civil rights laws and regulations. In order to comply with these laws, we invite employees to voluntarily self-identify their race or ethnicity, gender, and veteran status (if applicable). Submission of this information is voluntary and refusal to provide it will not subject you to any adverse treatment. The information obtained will be kept confidential and may only be used in accordance with the provisions of applicable laws, executive orders, and regulations, including those that require the information to be summarized and reported to the federal government for civil rights enforcement. You may access this form here.
- If you are ready to take the next step in your career as a Business Analyst, apply now by clicking the job application button and join a team dedicated to innovation and excellence.