Business Analyst

Bonterra exists to propel every doer of good to their peak impact. We measure that impact against our vision to increase the giving rate as a percentage of GDP from 2% to 3% by 2033. We know that this goal is lofty, but we are confident that the right technology and expertise will strengthen trust in the sector, allowing the social good industry to accelerate growth and reach peak impact. Bonterra's differentiated, end-to-end solutions collectively support a unique network of over 20,000 customers, including over 16,000 nonprofit organizations and over 50 percent of Fortune 100 companies. Learn more at bonterratech.com.

Our Business Analyst will be responsible for working collaboratively with internal and external partners to gather and define requirements for custom software development projects and translating those requirements into functional project specifications. Responsible for acting as an application expert for internal and external partners during scoping and feasibility phases of the software development lifecycle. Responsible for helping facilitate communication between developers and external partners during Quality Assurance and User Acceptance Testing phases of the software development lifecycle. Responsible for working with internal partners to generate Rough Order to Magnitude estimates for custom development projects.

The Business Analyst is a highly organized and detail oriented CyberGrants application expert who can bridge the gap between technical and non-technical partners in order to deliver functional specifications that detail complex business requirements for custom development projects.

Key Responsibilities

• Acts as a CyberGrants application expert during scoping and feasibility sessions with internal and external partners.

• Advocates CyberGrants best practices during scoping and feasibility sessions with internal and external partners.

• Transforms client business requirements and dependencies into functional specifications used by internal development partners to complete custom development projects.

• Performs comprehensive product evaluations for potential technologies that could be used to enhance the CyberGrants software offering as needed.

• Acts as a liaison between technical and non-technical partners to ensure custom development project requirements, assumptions, and dependencies are fully understood by all stakeholders.

Required Qualifications

• 3+ years of Business System Analyst, Product Management, or Technical Writing experience.

• Strong communication skills and ability to break down technical requirements

• Understanding of relational data models a plus (ie. SQL)

• Thorough understanding of the software development life cycle and demonstrated ability to communicate with both technical and non-technical partners.

• Experience with SDLC (software development life cycle).

• Experience in Agile / Scrum and waterfall methodologies.

• Experience executing and coordinating scoping and requirements gathering activities specifically related to software development activities.

Compensation

The range displayed on this job posting reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for the position across all US locations. Within the range, individual pay is determined by work location and additional factors, including job-related skills, experience, and relevant education or training.

Base pay is one part of the Total Package that is provided to compensate and recognize employees for their work, and in addition to benefits this role may be eligible for discretionary bonuses/incentives, and equity.

US base salary range: $55,000 - $85,000

Please note that the compensation range and benefits specified in this job posting is applicable to candidates based in the United States. For international applicants, actual salary offers and benefit plans may vary based on the local market compensation standards and will be determined in accordance with regional considerations, including but not limited to applicable laws, cost of living, and industry norms

Our Culture:  At Bonterra, we’re innovating with a higher purpose: to increase giving to 3% of US GDP by 2033, creating $573 billion more in global impact every year. To achieve our vision, we cultivate an inclusive environment where diversity is embraced and every team member feels empowered to contribute. Innovation, curiosity, and a commitment to equity guide our work. We foster a culture of belonging, ensuring that every individual is valued, respected, and given the tools to succeed. Together, we are dedicated to making a positive impact in the world.

Our comprehensive and competitive benefits include:

• Generous Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy

• Up to 15 paid company holidays including some commemorating social justice events and self-care

• Paid volunteer time

• Resources for savings and investments

• Paid parental leave

• Paid sick leave

• Health, vision, dental, and life insurance with additional access to health and wellness programs.

• Opportunities to learn, develop, network, and connect

Please note the benefits specified on this page are applicable to full-time employees based in the United States. For international employees, actual benefits may vary based on local standards and regulations and will be determined in accordance with regional considerations, including but not limited to applicable laws and industry norms.

We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer and evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation and related medical conditions), national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information (including characteristics and testing), military and veteran status, diversity of thought and any other characteristic protected by applicable law.