Business Analyst

As part of our continued growth, Neo Group is recruiting on behalf of one of our local partners, leveraging our network of 1,400 talented professionals across 10+ countries. Together, we are committed to delivering innovative, data-driven solutions that empower our clients and foster professional growth within a dynamic and collaborative workplace.

We are on the lookout for a Business Analyst to join our Engineering Team.

Role overview

As a Business Analyst, you’ll work closely with both business stakeholders and developers to make sure everyone is aligned on what needs to be built and why. You’ll gather and clarify requirements, turn business needs into clear documentation and models, and stay involved throughout development to make sure the final solution meets the original goals.

You’ll also look for gaps and opportunities to improve existing processes, help solve issues when business needs and technical limitations don’t match, and make sure the features we deliver bring real value to the business and its key performance indicators.

Responsibilities

• Requirements Management: Gather, clarify, validate, and maintain requirements throughout the development lifecycle, from initial analysis through implementation and deployment.
• Business & Process Modeling: Design object models, states, and transitions in close collaboration with developers to translate business needs into clear technical solutions.
• Project Documentation: Create and maintain key project artifacts, including Vision & Scope, SRS, Use Cases, and other relevant documentation.
• Development Oversight: Work closely with developers and stakeholders to track progress and ensure that solutions remain aligned with the initial business concepts and requirements.
• Iterative Development: Participate in the development process by providing feedback, refining requirements, and adapting them as new business needs emerge.
• Gap Analysis: Analyze existing processes and solutions to identify gaps and improvement opportunities, providing practical recommendations based on findings.
• Business Value: Ensure that delivered features address business objectives and contribute to measurable improvements in key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Stakeholder Support: Help stakeholders understand technical constraints and work with them to identify suitable alternative solutions when needed.

Requirements

• Experience: 3+ years of experience as a Business Analyst or in a similar role.
• Requirements Analysis: Proven ability to gather, analyze, structure, and document business requirements throughout the development lifecycle.
• UX Knowledge: Strong understanding of UX principles and best practices, with experience creating UI mockups and prototypes.
• Documentation: Experience creating and maintaining key project artifacts, including Vision & Scope documents and SRS.
• Modeling & Notations: Practical experience using UML, BPMN, and Data Flow diagrams to analyze and document business requirements.
• Analytical Skills: Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, with the ability to structure complex information and identify effective solutions.
• Agile Methodologies: Good understanding of Agile frameworks such as Scrum and Kanban, with experience working in Agile development teams.
• Technical Proficiency: Hands-on experience with Atlassian products, including Confluence and Jira.
• Communication Skills: Ability to clearly communicate business and technical requirements to diverse stakeholders and facilitate effective collaboration between business and development teams.
• Language Skills: Fluent in Russian and English, both written and verbal. English proficiency at B2+ level or higher is required.
• Attention to Detail: Strong attention to detail with a systematic approach to analyzing and structuring complex information.

Nice-to-Have Skills

• Microservices: Understanding of microservice architecture principles and how services interact within a distributed system.
• API Knowledge: Familiarity with API specifications and the ability to describe system interactions and integrations in technical terms.
• Data Analysis: Experience with SQL or other data analysis tools for querying, validating, and interpreting data.
• Cloud Technologies: Basic understanding of cloud platforms and their role in supporting microservice-based ecosystems.

Key Soft Skills

• Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to clearly present ideas, requirements, and recommendations to different stakeholders.
• Client Communication: Confidence in conducting calls with native English-speaking clients to elicit requirements, brainstorm solutions, discuss ideas, and present project artifacts.
• Conflict Resolution: Ability to handle disagreements constructively, find common ground, and maintain alignment between stakeholders throughout the project.
• Critical Thinking: Strong critical thinking and problem-solving skills, with the ability to analyze complex situations and develop practical, creative solutions.
• Emotional Intelligence: High emotional intelligence and the ability to build effective working relationships across multicultural teams and different levels of seniority.

Benefits

• Enjoy 5 health days to focus on your well-being.
• Take advantage of 25 paid calendar vacation days to explore, relax, and unwind.
• Get a $30 net per month sports compensation to stay active and healthy.
• Benefit from top-notch medical insurance for peace of mind.
• Indulge in a variety of snacks available in the office.
• Join us for exciting corporate events that foster team spirit and fun!