Senior Software Systems Analyst

Techstra is seeking an experienced Senior Software Systems Analyst. This is a hands-on role bridging software requirements from functional specifications to technical specifications / user stories for development teams. The ideal candidate will be experienced in Java based Microservice application development in the GCP cloud. The candidate will have hands on Spark experience in heavy data App/Dev environments (non-Big Data) and a deep understanding of GCP data related tools such as DataProc, Pub/Sub, Data Composer. 

From the day you join, you will hit the ground running surrounded by amazing people. Here is a look of some of the expectations and responsibilities for this position: 

Responsibilities: 

• Collaborates with other professionals to determine functional and non-functional requirements for new software or applications 

• Documents system architecture for new or existing complex computer systems 

• Determines systems specifications, input/output processes, and working parameters for hardware/software compatibility and maintenance of system security 

• Participates in requirement gathering and stakeholder agreement meetings; 

• Designs high-level software, develops high-level product specifications, and determines technical standards 

• Management expertise from a business and/or technology perspective is a plus! 

Qualifications: 

• 8 years implementing software applications using agile development practices. 

• Demonstrated experience writing user stories for technical teams 

• 3 years Developing Java/Spring Boot applications 

• 3 years Spark development in data heavy microservice applications (non-Big Data) 

• Experience with GCP containerized applications and DataProc desirable. 

• 2 years: Leading Application Design sessions, prototyping 

• Strong analysis skills, with a proven track record of delivery of sophisticated technology projects 

• Good interpersonal, relationship management and facilitation skills. You are a strong contributor with a collaborative work style 

• Ability to establish and maintain positive relationships with business partners and technology 

• Ability to have trade-off conversations with business partners 

Location: 

This position is remote.  

At Techstra Solutions, we help top companies and brands achieve the business value of Digital and Talent Transformation. We believe there are three components in successful business transformation: Business Strategy, Technology and Talent. It is the coming together of these three disciplines that enable companies to take full advantage of opportunities. It differentiates us. Our approach is holistic and all encompassing. We consider the full picture as we guide our clients on this journey. 

We are experts in transformation, business strategy, technology, innovation, and human capital management. We deliver our expertise through client consulting, innovative staffing solutions and software development. From strategy through implementation, we are dedicated to bringing our clients world-class business and talent solutions that fit strategic requirements and most importantly, deliver results. 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Techstra Solutions is an equal opportunity employer. The Company makes its decisions on merit, and its policy of equal opportunity prohibits discrimination in all phases of the employment process, including, but not limited to, recruitment, hiring, promotion, selection, transfer, demotion, layoff, termination, compensation, benefits, and other terms and conditions of employment. The policy of equal opportunity applies without regard to race, color, creed, religion, gender,, sexual orientation, gender identification, pregnancy, marital status, national origin, ancestry, age, disability that can reasonably be accommodated without undue hardship, military status, veteran status, genetic predisposition or carrier status, alienage or citizenship, domestic partnership status, arrest or conviction record, status as a victim of domestic violence, or any other protected categories under federal, state, or local law. The Company also prohibits discrimination or harassment based upon the perception that a person has, or is associated with a person who has, any of these characteristics.