Principal Business Analyst

1 month ago

Riverwoods, Illinois, United States Discover Full time

Discover. A brighter future.
With us, you'll do meaningful work from Day 1. Our collaborative culture is built on three core behaviors: We Play to Win, We Get Better Every Day & We Succeed Together. And we mean it - we want you to grow and make a difference at one of the world's leading digital banking and payments companies. We value what makes you unique so that you have an opportunity to shine.
Come build your future, while being the reason millions of people find a brighter financial future with Discover.
Job Description:
Summary
Responsible for formulating systems scope and objectives relative to the organization's business plan and industry requirements. Provides technical guidance concerning the business implications of the application of various systems. Provides technical consulting on complex projects. Actively manages and escalates risk and customer-impacting issues within the day-to-day role to management.
Responsibilities

  • Responsible for analysis and design of business systems. Typical steps include diagnosis of need and the development of a related requirement specification, system development planning, creation and implementation of a test plan, ongoing project oversight during the development phase and comparison of the solution delivered with the original specifications.
  • Acts as an intermediary between IT and internal clients. Applies specialized professional knowledge and techniques gained through advanced study to develop solutions, as appropriate, to analytical, commercial, operational, process or technological problems.
  • Leads projects or inter-departmental teams (mentoring to more junior roles).
  • Enhances, optimizes, and automates existing processes and ongoing business processes.

Minimum Qualifications
At a minimum, here's what we need from you:

  • Bachelor's Degree in Project Management, Business, Information Technology, or related field
  • 8+ years of experience working with the business in software development

Preferred Qualifications
If we had our say, we'd also look for:

  • Preferred: Excel, Splunk, Tableau, other reporting tools
  • Problem Solving, effective communication, good follow-up skills.
  • Payments Network experience

Application Deadline:
The application window for this position is anticipated to close on Aug We encourage you to apply as soon as possible. The posting may be available past this date, but it is not guaranteed.
Compensation:
The base pay for this position generally ranges between $88,500.00 to $149, Additional incentives may be provided as part of a market competitive total compensation package. Factors, such as but not limited to, geographical location, relevant experience, education, and skill level may impact the pay for this position.
Benefits:
We also offer a range of benefits and programs based on eligibility. These benefits include:

  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • 401(k) Plan
  • Medical, Dental, Vision, & Health Savings Account
  • STD, Life, LTD and AD&D
  • Recognition Program
  • Education Assistance
  • Commuter Benefits
  • Family Support Programs
  • Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Learn more at .
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Discover is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. Discover is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or other legally protected status. (Know Your Rights & Pay Transparency Nondiscrimination Provision)
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