Job Description

About us

Nixa is a specialized programming firm, expert in complex and custom web development. Based in downtown Montreal, Nixa provides web and application development services to businesses and organizations around the world in search of quality and performance.

We're looking for a dedicated Senior Business Analyst who shares our company's goals and values. The successful candidate will have expertise in software development, and the ability to effectively communicate with all levels of management. The Senior Business Analyst will be responsible for assisting with the research, development and testing of business analysis tools and procedures to be used by all departments.

Main Responsibilities

• Work closely with account managers to analyze technical customer requirements;
• Analyze and validate business needs for customer projects based on business objectives;
• Participate in technical and functional requirements gathering for various web and application projects in multiple industries;
• Analyze technical documents, specifications, or call for tenders documents;
• Breakdown high level requirements into quotable tasks;
• Prepare estimation documents based on detailed technical analysis;
• Participate in the creation of call for tender response documents (RFPs);
• Act as a technical representative on discovery calls with account managers and customers;
• Propose concrete solutions related to customer needs;
• Estimate hours required for technical projects related to web, application, and software development;
• Document and visually present all project analysis and conceptualization work;
• Document functional specifications and business rules.

Education

Bachelor's degree in computer science, management, or any other relevant field.

Experience

Minimum of 3 years of experience in business analysis in the field of computer science, programming, or computer architecture.

Technical Skills

• Strong understanding of the various stages of web project production;
• Strong knowledge of software development methodologies such as Agile or Waterfall
• Excellent knowledge of software system architecture;
• Up-to-date with the latest web trends and best practices;
• Experience with requirements gathering and documentation tools;
• BI experience and expertise;
• Excellent writing skills in both French and English.

Desired Qualities

• Bilingual (French and English);
• Strong analytical and problem solving skills;
• Strong attention to detail and focus on producing high-quality results;
• Quick learner;
• Organized, detail-oriented, and capable of handling pressure;
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team;
• Good time management skills;
• Self-sufficient, resourceful, and curious;
• Discretion and confidentiality;
• Strong oral and written communication skills;
• Keen interest in web technologies;
• Ability to cope with stress and thrive in a fast-paced environment;
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Benefits of working at NIXA

• Flexible schedule to start working (8am - 10am)
• 4 paid sick/personal days.
• Equipment that allows working from home (Macbook Pro).
• Group insurance, including dental.
• Quarterly “team building” activities.
• Food and drinks, order every Monday with special requests.
• Referral program with incentives.
• Group pension plan.
• Sales contribution incentives.
• AGILE team.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Benefits:

• Casual dress
• Company events
• Dental care
• Life insurance
• Vision care

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Montréal, QC H3B 1K1: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: Hybrid remote in Montréal, QC H3B 1K1

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