Techno-Functional Business Analyst

NTT DATA is seeking a Techno‑Functional Business Analyst in San Diego, California. The role focuses on bridging the gap between scientific/commercial business units and IT teams in the Life Sciences industry. Core responsibilities include requirements gathering, functional requirement specification (FRS) mapping, reporting, and facilitating testing processes such as UAT to ensure compliance with regulatory and industry standards. Position : Business Analyst Experience : 10+ yrs. Location : San Diego, CA / Remote with USA Industry Experience : Life Sciences Key Responsibilities Requirements Gathering: Elicit, analyze, and document user needs and system requirements directly from life sciences stakeholders (e.g., R&D, clinical operations, or commercial teams). FRS Mapping: Map business needs to Functional Requirements Specifications (FRS), ensuring developers understand the necessary capabilities. Testing Coordination: Partner with clients to coordinate test case development, build testing plans, and oversee User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to guarantee the software meets user expectations. Data Analysis & Reporting: Perform basic data analysis and create reports or dashboards to communicate project performance and key insights. Stakeholder Alignment: Act as the primary liaison between IT development teams and business users to translate complex technical jargon into understandable business language. Essential Qualifications & Requirements Education: A bachelor's degree in Life Sciences (Biology, Biotechnology), Computer Science, or Business Administration. Industry Experience: 5+ years of direct experience in pharmaceutical, biotech, or healthcare environments, often requiring an understanding of regulatory compliance. Technical Skills: 5+ years of proficiency in software development lifecycles (SDLC) such as Agile/Scrum, database tools (SQL), and process‑mapping software (Visio). Soft Skills: Exceptional verbal and written communication, problem‑solving, and cross‑functional collaboration skills. Accessibility & Accommodations NTT DATA endeavors to make accessible to any and all users. If you would like to contact us regarding the accessibility of our website or need assistance completing the application process, please contact us at Equal Opportunity & EEO Statement NTT DATA is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. This contact information is for accommodation requests only and cannot be used to inquire about the status of applications. For our EEO Policy Statement, please click here. If you’d like more information on your EEO rights under the law, please click here. For Pay Transparency information, please click here. #J-18808-Ljbffr NTT DATA North America