Role : Technical Business Analyst Location : Spain, Portugal or Poland (Remote) Role Type : Permanent Skills : Mainframe modernization, Java, Legacy Systems, microservices architecture Working model : 100% remote from the mentioned locations Fluent English Speaker Role Overview We are seeking a Technical Business Analyst to act as a key liaison between business stakeholders and IT development teams. This role focuses on projects involving mainframe legacy systems and modern applications during a large-scale digital transformation and system migration effort. Note : This is not a Functional Business Analyst role. We require a Technical BA with hands-on technical experience , particularly in mainframe modernization projects. Key Responsibilities Requirements Analysis : Gather and analyze user needs, define system scope and technical objectives, and translate them into detailed technical specifications (BRDs, FRDs, user stories). System Analysis & Design Support : Assess existing mainframe systems (input / output, data flow, hardware / software requirements) and support design of new or modified application components. Collaboration & Communication : Act as a bridge between business and IT teams, facilitating communication between mainframe developers and Java developers to ensure technical solutions align with business goals. Documentation : Prepare and maintain technical specifications, program documentation, and user guides. Testing & Support : Work with QA teams on unit, integration, UAT, and regression testing; troubleshoot and resolve technical issues; provide ongoing maintenance support. Modernization Initiatives : Support integration of mainframe systems with cloud-based solutions , distributed architectures , and microservices using Java APIs and related technologies. Mandatory Skills Mainframe Technologies : Minimum 5+ years of experience with COBOL , JCL , CICS , and DB2 for z / OS . Java Development : Hands-on experience with Java / J2EE , Spring Core , Spring Boot , and API development . Database Expertise : Strong knowledge of relational databases , SQL , stored procedures , and DB2 / VSAM file systems . Integration Technologies : Familiarity with MQ queues , RESTful services , and secure file transfer solutions . Methodologies & Tools : Experience with Agile / Scrum , DevOps practices , and testing / debugging tools . Soft Skills : Excellent communication in English, strong analytical and problem-solving skills, ability to translate complex business concepts into technical solutions. Nice-to-Have Skills AWS cloud knowledge Experience in digital transformation projects and legacy system migration Qualifications Experience : 5+ years in similar roles Education : University degree in technology (Computer Science preferred) Personal Qualities : Team player, strong stakeholder management, conflict resolution skills, proactive mindset.
Technical Analyst • Alava, Kingdom Of Spain, ES