About RubyGarage

RubyGarage is a leading software development and consulting company that specializes in building outstanding products for entrepreneurs and enterprises. We thrive on innovation and excellence, and our approach is rigorously analytical, aimed at ensuring quality and efficiency. Our team is deeply involved in continuous learning and adaptation to new technologies and frameworks, which makes RubyGarage an ideal place for professionals who want to grow their expertise in cutting-edge software development practices.

Who we are looking for

We are seeking a dedicated and skilled Business Analyst with experience in software development projects to join our team. The ideal candidate should have a strong background in business process analysis, requirements gathering, and Agile methodologies. This role requires an individual who can bridge the gap between IT and the business, translating complex requirements into actionable project plans and ensuring alignment with business goals.

Responsibilities

• Analyzing the market, competitors, and target audience to understand industry trends and gather insights that influence product development strategies.
• Identifying buyer personas of target users of a product to tailor solutions that meet their specific needs and preferences.
• Developing the value proposition to highlight the unique benefits and selling points of a product
• Working with hypotheses and identifying product vision by collaborating with stakeholders to ensure the product aligns with business objectives and customer expectations.
• Forming features set and product scope based on validated user needs and strategic business goals, ensuring a scalable product roadmap.
• Modeling of business and operational processes.
• Identifying, collecting, and formalizing product requirements through various elicitation techniques such as interviews, surveys, and observation.
• Creating business, functional, and non-functional specifications that serve as a detailed guide for the development and quality assurance teams, ensuring all requirements are accurately implemented.
• Product development road mapping and release planning, organizing the change management process to adapt to evolving requirements effectively.
• Keeping the product backlog up to date, prioritizing items based on their strategic value and ensuring clear communication of changes to all team members.
• Coordinating work of designers and the development team on the implementation of the product concept, ensuring that the design and functional implementations align with the business goals.
• Determining product analysis metrics and analyzing the obtained data to measure product performance against business objectives and user satisfaction.
• Performing acceptance testing and providing compliance with specifications, verifying that all product functionalities meet the defined criteria before market release.
• Identifying stakeholders, managing cooperation between them, and ensuring stakeholder engagement throughout the software development lifecycle.
• Facilitating collaboration and communication between cross-functional teams to maintain a cohesive development environment and align on business goals.
• Leading sprint planning, reviews, and retrospectives to ensure continuous improvement in processes and product quality.
• Developing and maintaining documentation for requirements, processes, and user guides to support transparency and sustainability.
• Guiding and mentoring junior analysts in best practices, tools, and methodologies to foster a knowledgeable and efficient team.

Requirements

• At least 1 year as a Business Analyst or Product Manager in an IT company or startup.
• Advanced proficiency in English, capable of engaging in technical discussions and producing comprehensive documentation.
• Experienced in using Communication Plans, RACI matrices, Stakeholder Registers and other management tools to manage communication and tasks exeution effectively.
• Strong background in developing business requirements, product acceptance criteria, and functional specifications.
• Proficient in creating use-cases, data flows, acceptance criteria, and functional specifications in the “Given-When-Then” format.
• Experience in forming non-functional requirements and creating detailed entity relationship diagrams, data flow diagrams, and UML diagrams.
• Solid understanding of business process modeling with knowledge of BPMN (Business Process Model and Notation).
• Deep understanding of the SDLC and best practices in a software development environment.
• Proficient in Agile methodologies with practical experience in SCRUM environments, ability to act as a Product Owner and facilitate sprint plannings, reviews, and retrospectives if there is such a need.
• Ability to conduct thorough market, environment, and competitor analysis with the skill to draw qualitative, sound conclusions from research.
• Exceptional ability to explain complex concepts in simple language and engage in productive dialogue.
• Willingness to take responsibility for the quality of work performed and initiative to continuously engage with new subject areas (domains).
• Knowledge of strategic planning tools such as Lean Canvas, Business Canvas, Operating Canvas, Project Canvas, and Value Proposition Canvas.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify and resolve complex issues effectively.
• Experience working in cross-functional teams, with the ability to foster a collaborative team environment.
• Flexible in adapting to changes with the capability to manage multiple tasks simultaneously under tight deadlines.
• Encourages innovation and continuous improvement, not only following best practices but also creating new ones.
• Ability to understand customer needs and translate them into effective product features, enhancing user satisfaction and engagement.

We offer

• Work on long-term and engaging projects from the USA, Western Europe, and the Middle East, or on the development of the company’s own cutting-edge IT products.
• Participate actively in the optimization of Project Management (PM) and Value Analysis (VA) processes within the company, helping to refine and enhance workflows.
• Thrive in a work environment with a minimal level of hierarchy, promoting open communication and direct impact on decision-making processes.
• Benefit from a structured mentoring program designed to foster your professional growth within the company.
• Gain unlimited access to our corporate knowledge base and educational resources, supporting continuous learning.
• Experience a management culture that is open to new ideas and initiatives, encouraging innovation and creative problem-solving.
• Avail extensive opportunities for both horizontal and vertical growth within the company, allowing you to enhance your career trajectory based on your interests and skills.
• Enjoy bi-annual compensation reviews, ensuring your efforts are recognized and rewarded in alignment with achieving business goals.
• Take advantage of paid vacation and sick leave, and the opportunity to work remotely from anywhere in the world, offering you flexibility and work-life balance.
• Utilize state-of-the-art tools and technologies that facilitate effective analysis, communication, and collaboration across teams.
• Work in an inclusive and diverse setting that values each individual’s unique background and perspective, contributing to a rich cultural and professional experience.

Why You?

Are you passionate about technology and innovation? Do you excel in identifying business needs and crafting clear solutions that align technology with strategic business interests? We are looking for someone who is not only skilled in analysis but also proactive in making suggestions and equipped to handle the dynamic challenges of software development projects. If you are driven to deliver exceptional results and thrive in a fast-paced environment, RubyGarage is your stage.

Join us

At RubyGarage, you will work alongside top talent to develop products that have real impacts. We provide an environment where your skills will be challenged and your knowledge will grow. You’ll engage with the latest technologies and work on projects that push the boundaries of what is possible. We value innovation and creativity, and we encourage our team members to bring fresh ideas to the table. With a strong emphasis on work-life balance, continuous professional development, and a supportive team, RubyGarage offers a fulfilling career path for ambitious Business Analysts.