Lead systems analysis for complex integration initiatives in the brokerage/finance domain. Gather and document requirements, create user stories and process flows, evaluate system designs, provide middleware/API/backend technical analysis, mentor junior analysts, and drive resolutions across concurrent initiatives within an Agile environment.
We are looking for a Principal Systems Analyst who will drive the end user experience with your technical competence, initiative, and brokerage knowledge to support our integration products and services.
The Expertise You Have
- Bachelor’s Degree required, Finance, Computer Science, Management Information Systems, or related technology preferred.
- 5+ years professional experience as a Systems Analyst for software solutions
- Strong understanding of financial or brokerage industry
- Demonstrable experience researching, optimizing, developing, and authoring solution requirements, user stories, and specifications for moderate to complex software systems
- Proficiency in:
- API technologies: REST, SOAP
- Data formats and configuration languages: JSON, YAML
- API testing tools: Insomnia, Bruno
- SQL and relational databases, Python and scripting
- Monitoring tools: Splunk, Datadog
- Working knowledge of API authentication models [JWT, 2Way SSL]
The Skills and Competencies
- Exceptional analytical, communication, and presentation skills.
- Ability to distill complex business needs into clear, actionable requirements.
- Strong facilitation and stakeholder engagement capabilities.
- Self-starter with a passion for accuracy, clarity, and continuous improvement.
- Ability to lead and influence cross-functional teams in an Agile construct.
- Comfortable navigating ambiguity and solving problems in fast-paced settings.
Key Responsibilities
- Lead business and systems analysis for complex, multi-platform technology initiatives.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, interpret, and document detailed system requirements.
- Conduct gap analyses, evaluate existing system logic, and recommend enhancements or new solutions.
- Develop user stories, use cases, and process flows for current and future state systems.
- Provide technical analysis and support across middleware, backend, APIs, and data layers to ensure alignment with strategic business objectives
- Facilitate requirement gathering sessions and guide other analysts in documentation best practices.
- Evaluate system designs for functionality, performance, maintainability, and cost-effectiveness.
- Mentor junior analysts and contribute to the evolution of documentation standards and Agile practices.
- Manage issues and drive resolution across multiple concurrent initiatives and sub-initiatives.
Compensation, Benefits and Duration
Minimum Compensation: USD 32,000
Maximum Compensation: USD 114,000
Compensation is based on actual experience and qualifications of the candidate. The above is a reasonable and a good faith estimate for the role.
Medical, vision, and dental benefits, 401k retirement plan, variable pay/incentives, paid time off, and paid holidays are available for full time employees.
This position is not available for independent contractors
No applications will be considered if received more than 120 days after the date of this post
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