Systems Analyst

RESPONSIBILITIES:
Kforce has a client that is seeking a Systems Analyst in Westlake, TX. This role requires a blend of technical and business expertise. It requires collaboration with IT teams, Software Engineers, and Architects.

Duties:
* Systems Analyst will work closely with the Engineering Lead to analyze and document Java and DB2 stored procedures and be able to discuss with our engineers how these processes work
* Be expected to perform extensive code analysis and document functionality across multiple applications both API and batch based
* Create supporting artifacts including diagrams, JIRA stories and confluence pages
* Use your excellent written and oral communication skills to convey this information to technical audience
* Work with technology partners to define the scope of problems/issues, in terms of business and/or system requirements and processes
* Translate complex business needs into clear, actionable requirements
* As a Systems Analyst, you will develop diagrams, story maps, user stories, and clearly convey technical information
* Evaluate design of existing systems to understand their functionality, efficiency, reliability, performance, usage, and maintainability; Document and share this information with the organization
* Collaborate with Agile team members to come up with comprehensive, cohesive solutions

REQUIREMENTS:
* Bachelor's degree required, preferably in Business, Finance, Information Technology, or Management Information Systems
* 10+ years of total engineering experience with a minimum of 5 years in the role of a Systems Analyst
* Analysis experience with complex enterprise-level, end-to-end processes in a Java and stored procedure-based environment
* Experience with REST, SOAP API technologies and related tools such as Postman and Insomnia
* Experience with code analysis, repositories, and deployment strategies
* Experience with solution design of new systems and the enhancement and modernization of legacy systems
* Strong written and verbal communication skills; Communicates clearly, concisely, and impactfully to influence others tailoring the information to the audience
* Expertise in story writing, testing, creation of diagrams and product documentation
* Proficiency with JSON, Java, SQL and log analysis (Splunk, Datadog)
* A highly curious and motivated learner with strong problem-solving skills
* Takes initiative, finds solutions and follows through with minimal direction
* Ability to take complex features and break them into bodies of work, then break them down further into stories with well-defined business value and acceptance criteria
* Ability to navigate through ambiguous circumstances and demonstrate flexibility and adaptability
* Prior experience as a Developer, QA or Support Engineer is a plus
* Experience within the financial services industry is a plus
* Cloud experience, particularly AWS, is a plus

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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