Business Analyst

Fearless is looking for a Business/Program Analyst to add to our diverse team of 125+ employees (and counting!).
What You’ll Be Doing
We’re looking to change the world by building software with a soul, and we want your help.

On this project, you will be working with 6-8 Fearless team members on a project for a new client.

You will report to the team’s Scrum Master, but you will collaborate closely with all members of your Scrum team.
What You Should Know
This position is located in the Baltimore Headquarters.

This will be 100% remote during COVID-19.

This position has the flexibility to support some remote work / telecommuting.

A background check is required.

Why We’re Excited About You
We need your Analytical Skills.
What other skills will help you succeed at Fearless?

Glad you asked!

We’re excited about candidates who:
Write Epics, Features, User Stories, Defining Acceptance Criteria & tests on behalf of the Product Owner and answering clarifying questions on any requirements Perform Acceptance Testing on behalf of the Product Owner Produce training materials, user guides and train end users Facilitate meetings and workshops Examine user issues and translate them into user stories Document business processes, system and data flows, analyze processes and recommend improvements Construct workflow diagrams Document Issues/Risks Support Product Owner and Scrum Master as needed Assist in operational rollout and support Collecting and analyzing data for potential business expansion Identifying specific business opportunities Influencing stakeholders to support business projects Leading projects and coordinating with other teams to produce better business outcomes
Required Knowledge, Skills, And Competencies
Excellent written and verbal communication skills Great analytical, critical thinking and problem-solving abilities Superior presentation and negotiation skills Proven organizational skills Strong adaptability and capacity to work in fast-paced environments In-depth understanding of organizational data flow and its use in management decision-making Two or more years of Business Analyst experience Two or more years experience working as part of an Agile team Two or more years experience writing Epics, Features, User Stories, Defining Acceptance Criteria & tests, Definition of Ready and Definition of Done on behalf of the Product Owner and answering clarifying questions on any requirements Experience performing Acceptance Testing on behalf of the Product Owner The ability to work in an ambiguous environment Experience facilitating meetings and workshops Detail oriented Ability to examine user issues and translate them into user stories Experience with Atlassian tools Jira & Confluence preferred or other Agile workflow management tools
At Fearless, we believe in sharing knowledge, fresh perspectives, and unique interests as individuals and as a company, so we’re also interested to know what makes you tick.

We want to know where your interests and passions lie so we can all grow together.
Compensation
We believe in paying people fairly, so we’ve established a compensation model that ensures everyone at Fearless — regardless of race, ethnicity, gender, sexual orientation, disability, religion, age, nationality, or negotiation skills — is given equal pay for equal work.
So, what’s next?
Over the years, we’ve honed a 3-step interview process that helps ensure that every employee we hire is the right fit for us and that we’re the right fit for them.

If we think you’re a good fit, we’ll get in touch and start scheduling your interviews!
Culture Ad Conversation
– We’re a people-first company, so we always start off by getting to know more about you, how you work, what your career goals are, and what you’re passionate about.

This is your opportunity to ask questions and get a feel for Fearless, so don’t be shy!

Technical Interview
– This is where we get into the nitty gritty of the project.

During the Technical Interview, you’ll be interviewed by our Passion Coaches and/or the team’s Project Lead to make sure your skills align with the project requirements.

Business Interview
– At this point, you’ve made it to the final frontier!

The Business Interview is when you’ll meet with Fearless leadership to dot the i’s, cross the t’s, and determine whether or not we’ll be moving forward with the hiring process.

Why Fearless?
Here Are a Few Highlights Of Our Benefits Package
Our people make us who we are.

We believe that every member of the Fearless team has something to share, and we value the unique viewpoint you’ll bring to our community.

But we value your community, too, so we offer fulfilling work that stays in balance with the rest of life.

Because everyone has different needs, desires, and goals, our benefits offer the choices and flexibility that our team members need to live well and succeed.
Flexible schedule Family-friendly workplace 3 weeks accrued PTO + 1 week sick leave + 10 federal holidays + your birthday off 100% coverage of the employee-only premium for HSA, HMO, or PPO plan and Employee Wellness Plan Tech, education / training, and snack allowances (Free parking in downtown Baltimore / public transit coverage) Safe Harbor 401(k) plan with employer contributions
About Fearless
Fearless is a full-stack digital services firm in Baltimore that delivers sleek, modern, and user-friendly software designed to push the boundaries of possibility.

It’s our mission to build software with a soul — tools that empower communities and make a difference — so we can create a world where good software powers the things that matter.
That’s not our only goal, though.

We also strive to create a purple culture that makes our employees excited to come to work every day.

That’s why we encourage our employees to pursue their passions, both in and out of the office.

With built-in company mentoring, continuing education support, flexible schedules, and a family-friendly work environment, we’ve created a culture that allows our team to thrive professionally and personally.
Fearless believes in equal opportunity employment.

We won’t discriminate against any employee or applicant on the basis of race, gender, nationality, age, religion, disability, military status, or sexual orientation.

As a company and as individuals, we’re committed to providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for our team, our family members, our clients, our subcontractors, and our vendors.