Senior Business Analyst

Scientific Games:

Scientific Games is the global leader in lottery games, sports betting and technology, and the partner of choice for government lotteries. From cutting-edge backend systems to exciting entertainment experiences and trailblazing retail and digital solutions, we elevate play every day. We push game designs to the next level and are pioneers in data analytics and iLottery. Built on a foundation of trusted partnerships, Scientific Games combines relentless innovation, legendary performance, and unwavering security to responsibly propel the global lottery industry ever forward.

Position Summary

(Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.)

Location: Remote/USA-Home Based

Imagine a world where Lottery Systems, GEM and the Gaming Systems communicate seamlessly, like a perfectly coordinated symphony. At the core of this technological harmony is a vital role known as a Senior Business Analyst (SBA). As a Senior Business Analyst, you will focus on GEM functionality in addition to bridging the gap between business objectives and technical implementation, acting as the architect of digital transformation and innovation.

Key Responsibilities

Requirements Elicitation:

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to understand their needs, objectives, and desired outcomes from the project.
• Conduct interviews, workshops, and analyze existing documentation to elicit and document detailed requirements.

Stakeholder Communication:

• Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, technical teams, and external partners.
• Ensure effective communication, manage expectations, and provide updates on the progress of the API project.

Business Process Analysis:

• Understand existing business processes and identify opportunities for process improvements through API integration.
• Analyze workflows, data flows, and dependencies to optimize business operations.

Documentation:

• Create comprehensive documentation, including functional specifications, API/Interface documentation and integration guides.
• Ensure these documents serve as references for developers, users, and other stakeholders.

API/Interface Design and Specification:

• Work closely with technical teams, architects, and developers to define API/Interfaces design and specifications.
• Document API endpoints, methods, data formats, authentication mechanisms, error handling, and versioning strategies.

Use Case Analysis:

• Identify and analyze use cases for the API to understand how it will be utilized by different systems, applications, or external parties.
• Determine functional requirements and integration points to ensure seamless interoperability.

User Acceptance Testing (UAT):

• Collaborate with business stakeholders to define UAT scenarios, test cases, and acceptance criteria.
• Facilitate UAT sessions, gather feedback, and ensure the systems meet business requirements and expectations.

Quality Assurance:

• Work with the QA team to define test plans, test cases, and test data for testing.
• Ensure the systems function correctly, handles errors appropriately, and perform optimally under different scenarios.

Change Management:

• Assist in change management processes, including impact analysis, change requests, and version control.
• Manage changes to the design, functionality, and deployment process, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruptions.

Post-Implementation Support:

• Provide support during the post-implementation phase, address user queries, troubleshoot issues, and facilitate continuous improvement of the system based on user feedback.

Qualifications

Education/Experience:

• ​Bachelor’s degree in computer science, information technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience as a Business Analyst.
• Strong understanding of SQL, API/Interface design, specifications, and documentation.
• Finance or Accounting background a plus.
• Excellent analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and manage stakeholder expectations.
• Experience with project management methodologies and tools.
• Knowledge of quality assurance and testing practices.
• Applicants must be authorized to work for ANY employer in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of an employment Visa at this time.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit, stand, walk, bend, use hands, operate a computer, and have specific vision abilities to include close and distance vision, and ability to adjust focus working with computer and business equipment.

Work Conditions

Scientific Games, LLC and its affiliates (collectively, “SG”) are engaged in highly regulated gaming and lottery businesses.   As a result, certain SG employees may, among other things, be required to obtain a gaming or other license(s), undergo background investigations or security checks, or meet certain standards dictated by law, regulation or contracts.   In order to ensure SG complies with its regulatory and contractual commitments, as a condition to hiring and continuing to employ its employees, SG requires all of its employees to meet those requirements that are necessary to fulfill their individual roles.  As a prerequisite to employment with SG (to the extent permitted by law), you shall be asked to consent to SG conducting a due diligence/background investigation on you.
This job description should not be interpreted as all-inclusive; it is intended to identify major responsibilities and requirements of the job. The employee in this position may be requested to perform other job-related tasks and responsibilities than those stated abov

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