Lead Business Analyst - EIS

EPAM is a leading global provider of digital platform engineering and development services. We are committed to having a positive impact on our customers, our employees, and our communities. We embrace a dynamic and inclusive culture. Here you will collaborate with multi-national teams, contribute to a myriad of innovative projects that deliver the most creative and cutting-edge solutions, and have an opportunity to continuously learn and grow. No matter where you are located, you will join a dedicated, creative, and diverse community that will help you discover your fullest potential. We are seeking an experienced Lead Business Analyst specializing in EIS to join our dynamic team. The ideal candidate will play a pivotal role in optimizing the utilization of the EIS Suite and improving business processes across various functional areas. This position requires a proactive individual capable of managing business analysis tasks throughout the project lifecycle and collaborating... effectively with internal and external stakeholders. RESPONSIBILITIES • Collaborate with client staff, and onshore/offshore delivery resources to document business cases and design solutions • Develop requirement specifications and business process specifications for the EIS application suite • Communicate functional requirements clearly to the development team • Provide strategic advice on EIS Suite functionality to minimize customization • Support the creation of comprehensive documentation for all business activities • Conduct thorough business analysis throughout project phases, focusing on both details and the overall project landscape • Independently produce high-quality business analysis artifacts and perform related tasks • Manage personal task assignments and propose enhancements for other project components when needed • Mentor and support junior Business Analysts and maintain strong collaboration with development and QA teams • Effectively escalate critical issues to senior business analysts • Lead and participate in requirements gathering, clarification, and sign-off sessions with clients • Recommend and implement improvements in business requirements acquisition processes or methodologies • Take responsibility for the success of business analysis activities and outputs in specific project segments or workstreams • Tackle complex business analysis assignments that require in-depth knowledge of EIS Suite and substantial practical experience REQUIREMENTS • 8 to 12 years of professional experience in a similar role • Proficiency in documenting BA artifacts • Competency in EIS PolicyCore v12 and v20, as well as EIS Rating v20 • Advanced skills in business process documentation and functional requirements communication • Expertise in managing tasks independently and providing strategic solutions • Strong interpersonal skills for effective communication with internal and external clients • Capability to lead sessions on requirements gathering and participate actively in client interactions • Deep knowledge of the EIS Suite for advising on best practices and avoiding unnecessary customizations • Ability to mentor and support less experienced colleagues through project challenges and solutions WE OFFER • Opportunity to work on technical challenges that may impact across geographies • Vast opportunities for self-development: online university, knowledge sharing opportunities globally, learning opportunities through external certifications • Opportunity to share your ideas on international platforms • Sponsored Tech Talks & Hackathons • Unlimited access to LinkedIn learning solutions • Possibility to relocate to any EPAM office for short and long-term projects • Focused individual development • Benefit package • Health benefits • Retirement benefits • Paid time off • Flexible benefits • Forums to explore beyond work passion (CSR, photography, painting, sports, etc