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Technical Business Analyst - Stamford, United States - Gen Re

Gen Re Stamford, United States

2 weeks ago

Description

Equivalent combination of experience, education and training will be considered
7 or more years of experience as product owner, business analyst or project manager of software development and BI related projects through the full life cycle required
Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
Strong working knowledge of SDLC and Agile development principles and processes
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical terminology, concepts and issues in terms understandable to technical and non-technical management and resource staff
Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization by establishing effective working relationships
Creative and innovative thinker
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

As an integral part of the Gen Re Global Life Business Technology team, the Technical Business Analyst will work with cross-functional stakeholders and external clients to understand their business needs and design, build, and operationalize the best-in-class solutions
This role is responsible for leading business requirements, analysis and testing phases of a project
Technical Business Analyst also contributes to the overall planning, technical design and implementation of a project including process changes
The Technical Business Analyst role is expected to work independently on multiple assignments with a sense of urgency, structure, and attention to detail
Provide analysis, technical design and planning activities for business and technology initiatives:
Determine and define project scope and objectives
Perform and document requirements gathering and analysis
Design high level technical solutions including frontends, databases and interfaces
Facilitate business process changes
Manage the product development team to create a strong end product
Develop and implement test plans to ensure successful delivery
Schedule and lead meetings to identify and correct issues
Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
Prepare solution for deployment including support staffing, documentation, maintenance procedures and training
Small to medium size projects
Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
Prepare project budget and track costs
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
Partner with cross-functional users to maintain and develop high quality solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner
Collaborate with internal Technology resources to drive enterprise-wide strategies, procedures, and standards
Provide end-users support including business queries and requests
Provide technical assistance and cross training to business users and other team members

Qualifications

Equivalent combination of experience, education and training will be considered
7 or more years of experience as product owner, business analyst or project manager of software development and BI related projects through the full life cycle required
Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline
Strong working knowledge of SDLC and Agile development principles and processes
Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical terminology, concepts and issues in terms understandable to technical and non-technical management and resource staff
Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization by establishing effective working relationships
Creative and innovative thinker
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

As an integral part of the Gen Re Global Life Business Technology team, the Technical Business Analyst will work with cross-functional stakeholders and external clients to understand their business needs and design, build, and operationalize the best-in-class solutions
This role is responsible for leading business requirements, analysis and testing phases of a project
Technical Business Analyst also contributes to the overall planning, technical design and implementation of a project including process changes
The Technical Business Analyst role is expected to work independently on multiple assignments with a sense of urgency, structure, and attention to detail
Provide analysis, technical design and planning activities for business and technology initiatives:
Determine and define project scope and objectives
Perform and document requirements gathering and analysis
Design high level technical solutions including frontends, databases and interfaces
Facilitate business process changes
Manage the product development team to create a strong end product
Develop and implement test plans to ensure successful delivery
Schedule and lead meetings to identify and correct issues
Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress
Prepare solution for deployment including support staffing, documentation, maintenance procedures and training
Small to medium size projects
Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner
Prepare project budget and track costs
Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan
Partner with cross-functional users to maintain and develop high quality solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner
Collaborate with internal Technology resources to drive enterprise-wide strategies, procedures, and standards
Provide end-users support including business queries and requests
Provide technical assistance and cross training to business users and other team members

Shape Your Future with Us

General Re Corporation, a subsidiary of Berkshire Hathaway Inc., is a holding company for global reinsurance and related operations, with more than 2,000 employees worldwide. Its direct reinsurance companies conduct business as Gen Re...

Gen Re delivers reinsurance solutions to the Life/Health and Property/Casualty insurance industries. Represented in all major reinsurance markets through a network of more than 40 offices, supported by over 2,000 employees worldwide, we have earned superior financial strength ratings from each of the major rating agencies.

Gen Life Re currently offers an excellent opportunity for Technical Business Analyst to work in the Life Global Technology Unit based in our Stamford, CT office. or performed remotely for appropriately qualified individual.

Role Description

As an integral part of the Gen Re Global Life Business Technology team, the Technical Business Analyst will work with cross-functional stakeholders and external clients to understand their business needs and design, build, and operationalize the best-in-class solutions. This role is responsible for leading business requirements, analysis and testing phases of a project. Technical Business Analyst also contributes to the overall planning, technical design and implementation of a project including process changes. The Technical Business Analyst role is expected to work independently on multiple assignments with a sense of urgency, structure, and attention to detail.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Provide analysis, technical design and planning activities for business and technology initiatives:

• Determine and define project scope and objectives

• Perform and document requirements gathering and analysis

• Design high level technical solutions including frontends, databases and interfaces

• Facilitate business process changes

• Manage the product development team to create a strong end product

• Develop and implement test plans to ensure successful delivery

• Schedule and lead meetings to identify and correct issues

• Provide project updates on a consistent basis to various stakeholders about strategy, adjustments, and progress

• Prepare solution for deployment including support staffing, documentation, maintenance procedures and training

Small to medium size projects

- Predict resources needed to reach objectives and manage resources in an effective and efficient manner

- Prepare project budget and track costs

- Develop and manage a detailed project schedule and work plan

• Partner with cross-functional users to maintain and develop high quality solutions in a timely and cost-effective manner

• Ability to work/meet during flexible hours. This person will need to coordinate with international users across different time zones (USA, Europe and Asia).

• Collaborate with internal Technology resources to drive enterprise-wide strategies, procedures, and standards

• Provide end-users support including business queries and requests

• Provide technical assistance and cross training to business users and other team members

Role Qualifications and Experience

• Bachelor's Degree or higher in Information Science or related field is preferred. Equivalent combination of experience, education and training will be considered

• 7 or more years of experience as product owner, business analyst or project manager of software development and BI related projects through the full life cycle required

• Product Owner and/or Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) certification or equivalent is preferred

• Knowledge of Insurance or Re-insurance domain preferred

• Knowledge of SQL and relational databases is preferred

• Proven ability to complete projects according to outlined scope, budget, and timeline

• Strong working knowledge of SDLC and Agile development principles and processes

• Demonstrated ability to translate complex technical terminology, concepts and issues in terms understandable to technical and non-technical management and resource staff

• Ability to work collaboratively throughout the organization by establishing effective working relationships

• Creative and innovative thinker

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

Salary Range

91, ,000.00 USD

The annual base salary range posted represents a broad range of salaries around the U.S. and is subject to many factors including but not limited to credentials, education, experience, geographic location, job responsibilities, performance, skills and/or training.

Our Address

General Reinsurance Corporation

120 Long Ridge Road

Stamford, CT US)

At General Re Corporation, we celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. It is the General Re Corporation continuing policy to afford equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex (including childbirth or related medical conditions), religion, national origin or ancestry, age, past or present disability, marital status, liability for service in the armed forces, veterans' status, citizenship, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. In addition, Gen Re provides reasonable accommodation for qualified individuals with disabilities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act