Job Description

We are seeking a Business Analyst to join our product team in Hamm for a one-year mission. Your primary objective is to bridge the gap between technical and business stakeholders, ensuring that application development and database solutions align with strategic business goals. You will work within a collaborative team of 11 professionals including Product Owners, Business Analysts, Solution Architects, and Testers. This role requires a deep understanding of both application architecture and database systems, combined with exceptional communication skills and a proactive, accountable mindset. You will be instrumental in driving new projects forward and ensuring seamless collaboration across technical and business domains.

Key Responsibilities:

• Act as the primary liaison between technical teams and business stakeholders, translating complex technical requirements into business-aligned solutions
• Analyze application functionality and database structures to identify optimization opportunities and ensure alignment with business objectives
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Solution Architects, and Testers to define requirements, scope new projects, and deliver comprehensive documentation
• Utilize Jira, Power BI, and Dynamics to track project progress, generate insights, and maintain transparent communication across teams
• Support the implementation of agile methodologies, ensuring sprint planning, execution, and retrospectives are conducted effectively
• Conduct stakeholder interviews and workshops to gather business requirements and translate them into technical specifications
• Monitor project deliverables and maintain accountability for timelines, quality, and stakeholder satisfaction
• Identify risks and dependencies early, proposing mitigation strategies to ensure project success

Candidate Profile

We are looking for candidates who possess a strong technical foundation combined with excellent business acumen and interpersonal skills. You should be someone who thrives in bridging the gap between complex technical environments and business strategy, with the ability to communicate clearly with both technical and non-technical audiences. We value proactive professionals who take ownership of their work, demonstrate accountability, and consistently drive initiatives forward. Your background should include hands-on experience with applications and databases, coupled with a genuine passion for understanding how technology serves business needs.

Experience & Expertise Required:

• Proven experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar role bridging technical and business functions
• Strong knowledge of application architecture and database management systems
• Proficiency with Jira, Power BI, and Microsoft Dynamics platforms
• Solid understanding of agile methodologies and experience working in agile environments
• Fluent in English; English is mandatory for this role
• Ability to work on-site in Hamm three days per week

Qualities & Work Approach:

• Excellent communication skills with the ability to articulate complex ideas clearly to diverse audiences
• Proactive mindset with a drive to identify and solve problems independently
• Highly accountable and reliable, with a track record of delivering on commitments
• Strong analytical and critical thinking capabilities
• Collaborative team player who builds strong relationships across departments
• Detail-oriented with excellent documentation and organizational skills
• Adaptability and openness to evolving project requirements and business priorities

Advantageous Certifications:

Candidates holding certifications such as BABOK, IREB, or ITIL will be viewed favorably, as these demonstrate a commitment to professional excellence and structured business analysis practices.

Role Impact & Success:

This position is critical to the success of our new product initiatives, as you will ensure that technical solutions directly address business needs and drive measurable value. Your ability to communicate effectively and maintain accountability will be essential to keeping projects on track and stakeholders aligned throughout the one-year mission.