Remote Agile Business Analyst

Company: Naukri Mitra

Salary: $176,000 annually

About Us
Naukri Mitra is a leading recruitment company dedicated to connecting talented professionals with outstanding career opportunities across various industries. We are committed to delivering personalized recruitment services that empower our clients and candidates. We seek an experienced Remote Agile Business Analyst to work remotely and assist our clients in streamlining their processes, enhancing project outcomes, and driving business transformation through Agile practices.

Job Overview
We are looking for an experienced Remote Agile Business Analyst to join our team in a remote capacity. In this role, you will work closely with clients to gather and analyze business requirements, facilitate Agile processes, and provide actionable insights that help drive project success. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business analysis, Agile methodologies, and project management and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams to deliver business value.

Key Responsibilities

• Work with clients to understand their business needs, objectives, and challenges and identify opportunities to implement Agile practices that enhance project outcomes.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements, ensuring alignment with project goals and objectives.
• Facilitate Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions, ensuring effective communication and collaboration among team members.
• Work closely with Product Owners to prioritize and refine product backlogs, ensuring that features and user stories are well-defined, clear, and actionable.
• Develop and maintain detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, process maps, and other Agile documentation to support project delivery.
• Use data-driven insights to identify areas for improvement and provide recommendations that enhance project efficiency and overall business performance.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement by encouraging feedback, collaboration, and innovation within Agile teams.
• Conduct regular reviews of Agile processes and practices, providing feedback to teams and stakeholders to ensure adherence to Agile principles.
• Assist clients in developing key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure the success of Agile initiatives and track progress over time.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including development, QA, and UX/UI, to ensure alignment between business requirements and technical implementation.
• Provide coaching and mentorship to clients and team members on Agile methodologies and best practices, supporting their adoption of Agile frameworks.
• Create and maintain dashboards, reports, and visualizations that communicate project status, progress, and key insights to stakeholders.
• Stay up-to-date with industry trends, emerging Agile practices, and best practices to continuously enhance the quality of analysis and recommendations.

Required Skills and Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Business Analyst, with at least 3 years working in an Agile environment.
• Strong understanding of Agile methodologies, including Scrum, Kanban, and Lean, and the ability to apply these practices to real-world projects.
• Experience facilitating Agile ceremonies, including sprint planning, daily stand-ups, retrospectives, and backlog grooming sessions.
• Proficiency in creating user stories, acceptance criteria, process maps, and other Agile documentation to support project delivery.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to gather, analyze, and interpret complex data and derive meaningful insights.
• Proven ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines in a remote work environment.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to convey complex concepts to technical and non-technical stakeholders.
• Ability to work independently while being a collaborative member of a cross-functional team.
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to think strategically to identify opportunities for process improvements.
• Experience using Agile project management tools like Jira, Trello, or Asana.

Preferred Skills

• Certified Scrum Master (CSM), Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO), or other relevant Agile certifications.
• Master's degree in Business Administration, Project Management, or a related field.
• Experience working in specific industries, such as technology, finance, healthcare, or retail, is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with project management frameworks such as PRINCE2 or PMI to support implementing Agile initiatives.
• Experience in change management, including guiding teams and organizations through Agile transformations.
• Knowledge of business intelligence and data visualization tools like Tableau or Power BI to create impactful visual reports.
• There is a strong interest in emerging Agile methodologies, such as SAFe, DevOps, and Agile-at-Scale, and their applications in business transformation.

Why Join Us

• Work remotely from anywhere, with the flexibility to manage your schedule and achieve work-life balance.
• Collaborate with leading companies across various industries, helping them grow business through Agile transformation.
• Competitive salary of $176,000 annually, commensurate with skills and experience.
• Be part of a supportive and innovative team that values creativity, collaboration, and professional growth.
• Gain exposure to various industries and clients, enhancing your expertise in Agile methodologies and business strategy.
• Access to professional development and training opportunities to further your career growth.
• Work on challenging and meaningful projects directly impacting clients' Agile transformation and success.

Who You Are

You are a strategic thinker with a passion for Agile and a keen interest in helping organizations harness the power of Agile methodologies to drive growth and efficiency. You have extensive experience in business analysis, Agile project management, and process improvement, and you are comfortable working with clients to understand their needs and provide customized solutions. You thrive in a remote work environment, managing multiple projects while maintaining high standards of quality and collaboration. You are curious about industry trends, emerging Agile practices, and best practices. You are eager to contribute to the success of a forward-thinking company like Naukri Mitra, where your skills and insights can make a real difference.

If you are ready to lead Agile initiatives and help clients succeed in the digital age, we encourage you to apply for this exciting opportunity with Naukri Mitra.

How to Apply

If you are interested in this role, please submit your application through Naukri Mitra's application portal. We look forward to reviewing your qualifications and getting to know you better.