AI Business Analyst

Job#: 3040922 AI Business Analyst Location: Austin, TX Schedule: Hybrid. 3 days in office, 2 days remote. M-F 8-5 Length: 12+ Month W2 Contract. Chance of extension. Role Overview An experienced Business Analyst is sought to support enterprise-wide Artificial Intelligence (AI), Data, and Technology Modernization initiatives. This role involves partnering with business stakeholders, product owners, project managers, architects, and technical teams to identify opportunities, define requirements, and help deliver solutions across the organization. Key Responsibilities Gather, analyze, document, and validate business and functional requirements. Facilitate stakeholder workshops, interviews, and discovery sessions. Document current and future-state business processes. Translate business objectives into actionable requirements and user stories. Partner with business leaders, product owners, developers, architects, and project teams. Support AI, data, analytics, and enterprise technology initiatives. Assist with process improvement and operational optimization efforts. Develop business cases, gap analyses, and process flows. Support Agile delivery teams through backlog refinement and requirements clarification. Communicate with both technical and non-technical audiences. Required Qualifications 5+ years of Business Analyst experience supporting technology-focused initiatives. Experience gathering, analyzing, and documenting business and functional requirements. Facilitation, communication, and stakeholder management skills. Experience working with cross-functional teams in complex enterprise environments. Ability to bridge communication between business and technical stakeholders. Experience supporting Agile and/or Scrum delivery methodologies. Analytical, problem-solving, and critical-thinking abilities. Written and verbal communication skills. Preferred Qualifications Experience with Artificial Intelligence (AI) or Generative AI initiatives. Experience with digital transformation, automation, or enterprise modernization programs. Familiarity with data management, analytics, reporting, or data governance initiatives. Knowledge of Microsoft ecosystem technologies, including Microsoft 365, Power Platform, Copilot, Azure, Fabric, and Foundry. Understanding of AI governance, security, privacy, and compliance considerations. Experience with enterprise application implementations or large-scale technology programs. Experience in public sector or large enterprise environments. Desired Skills Requirements elicitation and workshop facilitation. Business process analysis and improvement. User story creation and backlog management. Executive-level communication and presentation skills. Documentation development and requirements traceability. Strategic thinking with the ability to connect business objectives to technology solutions. Work Environment This position offers a hybrid schedule with an onsite presence required in Austin, TX. The role is part of a collaborative team environment with the opportunity to support visible enterprise initiatives and gain exposure to AI, data, and technology modernization efforts. Equal Opportunity Employer Everforth Apex Systems is an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate or allow discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding, or related medical conditions), age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, genetic information, registered domestic partner status, marital status, disability, status as a crime victim, protected veteran status, political affiliation, union membership, or any other characteristic protected by law. Everforth Apex will consider qualified applicants with criminal histories in a manner consistent with the requirements of applicable law. #J-18808-Ljbffr