Business Analyst_W2_Remote

Position Overview

We are seeking a senior AWS Cloud Business Analyst for a 12 month+ contract role that is 100% remote. In this role with Best Western International, Inc., you will join the Cloud Platform Engineering (CPE) team to support Agile Cloud/Infrastructure teams. You will participate in daily standups, gather requirements, and work closely with engineers and technical SMEs. Candidates must have extensive AWS experience (minimum 5 years) and hold at least one active AWS certification (expired certifications will not be accepted). Strong knowledge of Agile methodologies and AWS terminology is essential.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver robust solutions to meet complex business requirements involving cloud and infrastructure changes.
• Facilitate effective communication among team members to collaboratively develop comprehensive technical requirements.
• Ensure project alignment with overarching organizational goals and strategic benefits.
• Demonstrate strong leadership by managing and communicating cross-functional initiatives across multiple product teams.
• Elicit and evaluate information from multiple sources, reconcile conflicts, and decompose high-level data into actionable insights.
• Distinguish user requests from underlying needs and solution ideas.
• Understand the impact of policies, systems, and processes on projects.
• Exhibit meticulous attention to detail during daily standups and document follow-up action items.
• Cultivate strong client relationships through clear, consistent, and strategic communication.
• Protect the company by handling sensitive business information with appropriate confidentiality.

Required Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years of AWS experience.
• Must hold at least one active AWS certification (expired certifications are not accepted).
• Extensive Agile experience, including participation in daily standups and requirements gathering.
• Proven experience as a senior Business Analyst with strong knowledge of AWS technologies and terminology.