Overview

We are looking for a Business Analyst, preferably with a technical background to support IT project initiatives within our clients’ complex manufacturing environment. The Technical Business Analyst plays a pivotal role in bridging the gap between business needs and technical solutions. This role combines analytical thinking, technical understanding, and strong communication skills to translate complex requirements into actionable specifications that engineering and product teams can deliver. The ideal candidate thrives in dynamic environments, enjoys problem-solving, and can confidently collaborate across technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Responsibilities

• Requirements & Analysis
  • Gather, document, and validate business and technical requirements from stakeholders.
  • Translate business needs into clear functional and non-functional specifications.
  • Analyse existing systems, processes, and data flows to identify gaps and improvement opportunities.
  • Support feasibility studies, impact assessments, and solution evaluations.
• Technical Collaboration
  • Work closely with software engineers, architects, and product managers to design scalable solutions.
  • Create detailed technical documentation such as data models, API requirements, workflow diagrams, and system mappings.
  • Assist in defining acceptance criteria and support QA teams during testing cycles.
  • Participate in sprint planning, backlog refinement, and technical discussions.
• Data & Systems Insight
  • Perform data analysis using SQL, Excel, or BI tools to support decision-making.
  • Understand system integrations, APIs, and data pipelines to ensure end-to-end solution integrity.
  • Support troubleshooting and root-cause analysis for production issues.
• Stakeholder Engagement
  • Act as the liaison between business units and technical teams.
  • Communicate complex technical concepts in a clear, accessible way.
  • Facilitate workshops, requirement sessions, and solution walkthroughs.

Qualifications

• Relevant certifications (CBAP, Agile BA, Scrum Master, etc.). 
• Teamcenter – Product Life cycle Management (PLM) platform 
• NX – CAD/CAM/CAE design and engineering suite 
• Polarion – Application Lifecycle Management (ALM) and requirements management tool 

Essential skills

• Strong understanding of system architecture, APIs, databases, and integration patterns. 
• Proficiency with requirements gathering techniques and documentation standards. 
• Solid analytical and problem solving skills. 
• Ability to create process maps, user stories, and technical specifications. 

Desired skills

• Able to balance technical depth with business context. 
• Clear, actionable requirements that lead to smooth delivery. 
• Strong relationships with both technical and business stakeholders. 
• Improved processes, reduced complexity, and well designed solutions. 
• A measurable impact on product quality, delivery speed, and business outcomes. 

Experience

• Experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum, Kanban).
• Proven experience as a Business Analyst or Technical BA in a software, data, or digital environment. 
• Experience with SQL or other query languages. 
• Familiarity with cloud platforms (Azure, AWS, GCP). 
• Familiarity with HPC (High Performance Compute) platforms 
• Exposure to data modelling, ETL processes, or BI tools

Benefits

• Collaborative working environment – we stand shoulder to shoulder with our clients and our peers through good times and challenges  
• We empower all passionate technology loving professionals by allowing them to expand their skills and take part in inspiring projects   
• Expleo Academy - enables you to acquire and develop the right skills by delivering a suite of accredited training courses  
• Competitive company benefits
• Always working as one team, our people are not afraid to think big and challenge the status quo 

• As a Disability Confident Committed Employer we have committed to:
  • Ensure our recruitment process is inclusive and accessible
  • Communicating and promoting vacancies
  • Offering an interview to disabled people who meet the minimum criteria for the job
  • Anticipating and providing reasonable adjustments as required
  • Supporting any existing employee who acquires a disability or long term health condition, enabling them to stay in work at least one activity that will make a difference for disabled people

“We are an equal opportunities employer and welcome applications from all suitably qualified persons regardless of their race, sex, disability, religion/belief, sexual orientation or age”. 

We treat everyone fairly and equitably across the organisation, including providing any additional support and adjustments needed for everyone to thrive