BUSINESS ANALYST Constellation HomeBuilder Systems Location: Markham, ON desired, but will consider remote candidates in Canada. THE POSITION The successful Business Analyst will work with customers and multiple stakeholders to generate requirements, document functional specifications, and develop user stories to guide our project team in developing commercial-grade Homebuilder ERP software. They will demonstrate the ability to differentiate requests from the underlying requirements to communicate the ideas for a modern and effective user experience. This position will allow a talented and enthusiastic candidate with experience in the homebuilding industry the opportunity to play an integral role in shaping the direction of existing and future Constellation HomeBuilder Systems products. The Business Analyst’s responsibilities include utilizing their experience to: Research and facilitate decision-making in product strategies, in response to competitive dynamics and parallel products. Work closely with customers to understand their business, desires, and obstacles Develop user stories and features, to guide the development team on customer needs, and to provide guidance for an efficient user experience that customers want Act as a prime intermediary between the customer and developers, advocating for the product internally to turn product vision into reality. Work collaboratively as part of the software development team: create everything from high-level workflows to functional specifications, reproduction steps, wireframes, report layouts, proof of concepts, and user interfaces Collaborate with all stakeholders and project team members to find ways to accelerate deliveries, with transparent tracking Deliver engaging product presentations that solicits feedback and generates buy-in Pro-actively support the long-term roadmap, involving R&D, sales, marketing, customer success, clients, and other groups. QUALIFICATIONS AND SKILLS Work experience in the homebuilding industry, ideally within Homebuilder scheduling, warranty, and purchasing. Ability to effectively communicate conceptual ideas and design rationale verbally and in written form Previous experience in brand-creation or creation of software specifications Rigorous attention to detail Ability to prioritize and manage work to project timelines in a fast-paced software development environment A self-starter who can work effectively both independently and in a team across geographies ABOUT THE COMPANY Constellation HomeBuilder Systems is the leading software provider exclusively focused on the homebuilding industry. Our comprehensive suite of software solutions ranges from production and accounting, new home sales and marketing, home warranty and service, and homebuilder website solutions. We are the fastest growing and most successful provider of fully integrated information management solutions for homebuilders. Our parent company is Constellation Software Inc, a well-capitalized, publicly traded company that specializes in vertical market software. Join our team for the benefit of working with a medium sized company while enjoying the support and opportunity of being part of a large organization. Business Unit: Newstar #LI-DY1 #Newstar Perseus, an operating group of Constellation Software Inc., acquires independently managed software companies around the world. It provides them with the strategic guidance and financial security they need to become leaders within their respective markets. Perseus Group is an equal opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran, or disability status. "We seek out vertical market software businesses where motivated small teams composed of good people, can produce superior results in tiny markets. What we offer our business unit managers is autonomy, an environment that supports them in mastering vertical market software management skills, and the chance to build an enduring and competent team in a ‘human-scale’ business" Mark Leonard President, Constellation Software Inc.
