Technical Business Analyst or Senior at Colorado Public Employees' Retirement Association

SUMMARY OF JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

The Technical Business Analyst serves as a liaison between business stakeholders, Product Management, and technology teams to support the delivery of business and technology solutions. They are responsible for bridging the gap between business needs and technology solutions by evaluating business and technology requests and translating them into actionable requirements and solution approaches that align with organizational objectives. They collaborate closely with stakeholders, developers, QA, architects, and delivery teams throughout the software development lifecycle to support solution discovery, design, implementation, and validation activities.

IDEAL CANDIDATE

The ideal candidate has experience working as a Business Analyst in pension, investments, or a related field. They are a good communicator with excellent listening and interpersonal skills. They have a solid understanding of technology and IT systems. The ideal candidate has strong analytical skills with the ability to assess complex business problems, break them down into manageable components, and propose effective solutions. The analyst is skilled at creating visual representations of business processes, such as flowcharts and diagrams that clearly represent business processes and technology systems.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Employees are held accountable for all duties of the job. Individuals must be able to perform these duties with or without reasonable accommodations.

• Act as a trusted advisor to business leaders, product owners, and delivery teams by clearly articulating business needs and translating them into actionable requirements.
• Analyze and validate requirements and solution approaches to ensure alignment with business objectives, technical constraints, and stakeholder needs.
• Partner with Product Managers, Project Managers, developers, and QA throughout the delivery lifecycle.
• Evaluate business and technology requests and translate them into detailed business requirements , functional and non-functional requirements, and acceptance criteria.
• Review functional requirements, data mappings, and solution designs with technical teams to ensure accuracy, completeness, and alignment with implementation approach.
• Create and maintain project artifacts such as workflows, data mappings, and functional specifications.
• Lead UAT efforts, validating that delivered solutions meet business and functional requirements.
• Manage and communicate changes to requirements, ensuring alignment across stakeholders and project teams.

OTHER DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

• Performs other duties as assigned

JOB QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in Business, Information Technology, Computer Information Systems, Business Analytics, or related field; or equivalent combination of education and experience

See the leveling guide for the full list of responsibilities and qualifications

WORKING CONDITIONS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Standard office environment with frequent telephone communication, computer operation, and other office productivity machinery, such as a copy and printer machine.
• Occasional moving and positioning supplies in excess of 20 pounds
• All employees are expected to present themselves in a professional manner in alignment with the financial services industry
• Ability to sit for prolonged periods of time
• Ability to operate standard PC equipment
• Ability to manage frequent deadlines and tight schedules

HYBRID WORK OPTION

• Opportunity to work from home up to two days per week. Eligibility dependent upon factors detailed in PERA's Work from Home Policy.

LEVELING GUIDE Level II and Senior requirements include those of the preceding level or levels.

Level II Senior Scope and Complexity of Work

Independently leads business analysis efforts for projects of varying size and complexity

Leads solution discovery efforts by evaluating business problems, exploring solution options, and recommending approaches aligned to business and technical constraints

Collaborates with technical teams to define solution components such as data flows, integrations, and system interactions

Manages the requirements lifecycle, including traceability, change management, and prioritization

Leads backlog refinement, sprint planning, and UAT efforts

Facilitates stakeholder discussions, identifying risks, gaps, and opportunities

Recommends solutions and improvements based on analysis of business needs and data insights

Owns requirements delivery end-to-end for most projects

Leads business analysis efforts for complex and enterprise-level initiatives

Leads solution design discussions by guiding stakeholders through trade-offs, risks, and impacts of different solution approaches

Ensures end-to-end solution alignment across business processes, systems, data, and user experience

Leads requirements elicitation, analysis, validation, and lifecycle management across initiatives

Drives solution evaluation to ensure delivered outcomes meet business needs and objectives

Balances strategic leadership with hands-on delivery across the project lifecycle

Establishes and evolves business analysis standards, templates, and best practices

Identifies and implements improvements to business analysis processes, tools, and practices

Shapes how business analysis is performed across teams, not just within individual projects

Preferred Education

Advanced training or coursework in business analysis, Agile methodologies, systems analysis, process modeling, or solution design preferred

Advanced education, certifications, or training in business analysis, Agile delivery, product management, leadership, or solution architecture preferred

Leadership

Works independently with minimal oversight

Influences stakeholders at the project level through clear communication and information-driven insights

Facilitates stakeholder discussions and alignment across project team

Builds strong relationships with stakeholders, development teams, and peers

Operates at both strategic and execution levels across initiatives

Influences decision-making at the program or enterprise level

Leads through mentorship, standards ownership, and cross-team alignment

Mentors and coaches Business Analysts to build capability and consistency

Guides less experienced analysts in navigating ambiguity and complex stakeholder environments

Knowledge

Strong experience in Agile and/or hybrid delivery environments

Demonstrated expertise in requirements elicitation, analysis, validation, and lifecycle management

Working knowledge of solution discovery, systems interactions, integrations, and data flows

Understanding of software development lifecycle practices and delivery methodologies

Advanced expertise across all business analysis knowledge areas including elicitation, analysis, lifecycle management, and solution evaluation

Strong experience with Agile and hybrid delivery methodologies

Advanced understanding of business processes, technology systems, integrations, and enterprise solution approaches

Understanding of organizational strategy and alignment of technology solutions to business objectives

Skills

Strong analytical, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills

Excellent communication skills with the ability to tailor messaging to varied audiences

Ability to independently navigate ambiguity and adapt approach based on context

Ability to analyze business problems and recommend effective solution approaches

Experience managing requirements lifecycle and traceability

Proven ability to influence executive, business, and technical stakeholders

Strong communication skills, including simplifying complex concepts for varied audiences

High adaptability and ability to operate effectively in evolving environments

Ability to lead solution strategy discussions and drive stakeholder alignment

Experience establishing BA standards and practices

Additional Requirements

3+ years of business analysis experience

Successfully completed CCBA or similar certification(s) preferred

7+ years of business analysis experience

Proven experience leading complex or enterprise initiatives

Successfully completed CBAP or similar certification(s) Certified Product Owner, Certified Scrum Master, or similar certifications preferred

INTERESTED CANDIDATES

Complete the employment application online at https://www.copera.org/careers . Please have copies of your resume and cover letter available to upload. Please review the following questions. You will be asked for a response to these as part of your application:

• What has been the most challenging project in your career, and what specific role did you play in its successful delivery
• Describe a situation where requirements were unclear, incomplete, or evolving. How did you approach this challenge and move the project forward?
• Describe a practice, technique, or approach that you have refined over time to improve your effectiveness as a Business Analyst. What did you change and why?

Job Description Disclaimer

This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties, or responsibilities that are required of an employee. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change or be assigned with or without notice.

Unfortunately, at this time, PERA cannot consider candidates that require sponsorship (now or in the future), or are located outside of the US.

All Colorado PERA employees are subject to PERA’s Ethics Policy and some employees are subject to the Personal Trading Policy. These policies include restrictions on outside business activities and employment and have certain requirements on personal trading. You may request copies of these policies from PERA’s talent acquisition team and any questions can be answered by PERA’s Investment Administration team.

Why Work at PERA

Colorado PERA offers more than a traditional pension career. We are a mission-driven organization with a growing focus on technology and modernization. Employees have the opportunity to do meaningful work with a real impact on over 700,000 members. From enhancing digital tools and member experiences to supporting major enterprise initiatives, employees are part of meaningful, future-focused work that blends public service with innovation. We take pride in our inclusive culture, career development opportunities, and our consistent recognition as a Top Workplace based on employee feedback. PERA is a place to connect, contribute, and be part of something bigger.

A Culture That Cares

At PERA, leveraging employee strengths and supporting strong engagement are the foundations of our culture. Employees are encouraged to grow through development opportunities and internal career movement, while also being part of an organization where people feel respected, informed, and included. Collaboration is encouraged across teams, allowing employees to learn from one another and contribute in ways that maximize their unique skills. We strive to foster an environment where employees can do their best work and feel supported by the people around them

An Employer that Invests in You

PERA invests in our employees in ways that matter; from comprehensive benefits and generous paid time-off to thoughtful everyday amenities that enhance the office experience. Employees are encouraged to continue learning through training, mentoring, and development at every stage of their careers. We champion a workplace where people feel valued, inspired, and equipped to grow.

Join Us

If you’re energized by meaningful work, motivated by an organization that evolves with a changing world and looking for an employer that invests in you, then consider joining PERA’s team. Learn more about careers at PERA at copera.org/careers.

Position Title: Technical Business Analyst II to Senior

Division: Project Management Office

Job Status: Full Time / Exempt

Salary: $95,000 - $125,000 annually, Commensurate with experience

Posting Dates: 06/05/2026 - 06/21/2026