Business / Functional Analyst - Vision Next (VN)

Job Title: Business / Functional Analyst – Vision Next (VN)

Location: Berkeley Heights, NJ (5days onsite)

Duration: long term

Type: Contract W2

Primary Skills

• Strong understanding of Vision Next (core banking / cards / payments ecosystem)
• Knowledge of card lifecycle : Authorization, Validation, Personalization, Administration
• Understanding of banking processes : Billing, Invoicing, Statements, Fees (Interchange, Cash Fee, etc.)
• Expertise in regulatory compliance and global financial regulations
• Ability to perform deep functional analysis and product-level impact assessment
• Experience in processing re-engineering and automation within VN workflows
• Strong documentation skills for product features, APIs, and business processes

Secondary Skills

• Atlassian JIRA & Confluence (Agile delivery & documentation)
• MS SQL / Data Analysis
• API understanding (REST/OpenAI) and integration concepts
• MS Office (Excel-heavy reporting, PowerPoint for stakeholder communication)

Key Responsibilities & Tasks

• Act as a Vision Next SME , driving functional discussions and solution alignment with business stakeholders
• Lead requirements elicitation workshops and translate business needs into VN-compatible functional specifications
• Define and document current vs. target state processes aligned to VN product capabilities
• Collaborate with Product Owners, Architects, and Engineering teams for feature design and delivery
• Manage and prioritize product backlog, user stories, and sprint activities
• Drive functional analysis for VN modules (cards, billing, customer management, etc.)
• Support API-driven integrations and document functional contracts/use cases
• Own test strategy : Functional testing, regression cycles, and validation of VN implementations
• Produce senior management reports, KPIs, and product insights
• Identify and implement automation opportunities across VN processes
• Maintain JIRA dashboards and Confluence knowledge repositories

Preferred Background & Qualifications

• Bachelor’s / Master’s in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field
• Proven experience working as a Business Analyst in Agile environments (≥4 years)
• Hands-on experience with Vision Next or similar core banking/cards platforms
• Strong understanding of end-to-end payment/card processing flows
• Experience working on API-based architecture and microservices ecosystems

Preferred Personal Qualities

• Strong product mindset with focus on scalability and reusability
• Expertise in Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban)
• Ability to create clear user stories, use cases, and acceptance criteria
• Skilled in test plan creation and execution oversight
• Strong stakeholder communication and workshop facilitation skills
• Analytical mindset with focus on process optimization and continuous improvement

About Next Gen Software Solutions:

Next Gen Software Solutions is a trusted provider of IT Staffing and consulting services dedicated to empowering businesses with cutting-edge technology solutions and exceptional talent. We specialize in delivering tailored IT consulting services, innovative software solutions, and connecting businesses with highly skilled IT professionals. Founded and led by a dedicated U.S. Army solider, Next Gen Software Solutions is deeply rooted in the core values of integrity, discipline, commitment, and experience-principles that guide every aspect of our operations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement:

Next Gen Software Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to fostering an inclusive and diverse workplace where all employees and applicants are treated respect and dignity. We do not discriminate based on race, colour, religion, sex (including pregnancy, sexual orientation, or gender identity), national origin, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other legally protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local laws.