Business Analyst (Data Integration)

Company: Dallas
Location: Austin
Posted on: April 18, 2025

Job Description:

Business Analyst III - Applications/Software Development

To be considered for an interview, please make sure your application is full in line with the job specs as found below.

Information Technology - Education Data

Hybrid - Austin, TX (Up to 80% Remote)

Role Type: Contract

About Our Client

Our client is a prominent public-sector organization focused on improving educational outcomes across the state. They lead several innovative projects centered on data systems, policy implementation, and student-focused programs. With a strong commitment to technology-driven improvements and a user-centric approach, this agency values transparency, service, and operational excellence in support of its statewide educational mission.

Job Description

We are seeking a seasoned Business Analyst to support a critical early childhood data integration project. This role blends traditional business analysis responsibilities with user experience (UX) design to ensure system functionality is not only efficient but intuitive and accessible for all users. The ideal candidate will guide the design and delivery of technical solutions, acting as a liaison between product owners, end users, and development teams.

This position requires someone who can manage requirements throughout the full software development life cycle (SDLC), with strong experience in wireframing, user stories, and accessibility compliance. You'll work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions meet stakeholder needs and align with industry best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

---Gather and document clear, actionable system requirements from stakeholder interviews.
---Develop detailed user stories, use cases, and process flows to guide development.
---Create and refine wireframes, mockups, and prototypes that support an optimal user experience.
---Ensure design recommendations adhere to federal accessibility standards.
---Collaborate across product, technical, and business teams throughout the SDLC.
---Support post-implementation enhancement planning and verification.
---Contribute to ongoing improvements in internal business processes.


Required Experience/Skills

---8+ years' experience eliciting and documenting technical and business requirements.
---8+ years' experience working within structured software development life cycles.
---8+ years' experience in business process re-engineering and software flow improvement.
---8+ years' experience developing user stories and use cases per BA best practices.
---8+ years' experience designing mockups and/or wireframes that follow UX principles.
---5+ years' strong communication and facilitation skills.
---5+ years' organizational and writing proficiency.
---4+ years' experience with Figma or comparable design tools.
---3+ years' experience ensuring accessibility compliance in designs/websites.


Nice-to-Haves

---Experience with Modern Requirements and Atlassian Jira.
---Experience working with education agencies or early childhood programs.


Pay & Benefits Summary

---Pay rate range: $75-80/hr on W2
---Hybrid work setup: on-site in Austin, TX with up to 80% remote work.
---Travel reimbursement available with prior approval per State of Texas guidelines.


Additional Information

---401(k) and retirement benefits.
---Reimbursement for travel.
---Health benefits.
---Time off allowance.
---Tuition reimbursement.
---Corporate outings and events


Apply now to contribute to a meaningful project focused on improving early childhood education outcomes through smarter technology solutions.

***Please reach out to the Kailyn Hartley - Catapult Recruiter, at kailyn.hartley@catapultsg.com if you are interested in this position!

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