Business Analyst - Custom Software Development

Job Title: Business Analyst – Custom Software Development (Mid–Senior Level) Location: Phoenix, AZ (Hybrid) Employment Type: Open-Ended Contract Pay: $38-58/hr As a Business Analyst, you will help define and shape software solutions for organizations ranging from early-stage startups to enterprise and public-sector clients. You’ll dive deep into business problems, identify true requirements, and convert them into clear, technical artifacts for engineering teams. This role sits in a highly collaborative, Agile, product-centric environment—ideal for someone who thrives on iteration, clarity, and problem-solving. What You’ll Do Lead requirements discovery sessions with internal and client stakeholders Document business needs, user stories, acceptance criteria, and workflows Translate complex business processes into intuitive software behaviors Facilitate workshops, interviews, and technical deep-dives Support UX, engineering, and QA with detailed functional specsIdentify gaps, dependencies, and edge cases early Help shape product roadmaps and feature prioritization Maintain alignment and transparency throughout the SDLC What Makes You a Strong Fit 4–10+ years as a BA supporting custom software development Strong analytical, documentation, and systems-thinking skills Experience in startup, product, or fast-paced iterative environments Ability to engage with clients and uncover true business needs Expertise with Agile/Scrum frameworks and tools Skilled collaborator with developers, UX, QA, and product teams Comfortable working across multiple industries and domains #J-18808-Ljbffr