Business Analyst

Business Analyst Wärtsilä is seeking a Business Analyst who is adaptable, curious, and confident engaging directly with customer teams. In this role, you will bridge business needs with technical execution, ensuring customer requirements are clearly translated into actionable work for the IT development team. This role operates on a hybrid schedule, requiring four days per week onsite at our Downtown Vancouver office.

Key Responsibilities Collaborate with customer teams to understand needs and present suitable solutions. Act as the primary link between business stakeholders and the IT development team. Conduct product demonstrations and maintain transparent communication throughout project delivery.

Collect and refine business and technical requirements, translating them into clear user stories. Perform feasibility assessments and gap analyses, offering well‑founded recommendations. Contribute to process improvement initiatives that enable smarter and more efficient workflows.

Test new features, validate requirements, and collaborate with developers to resolve issues promptly. Assist in planning, scheduling, and tracking progress across project phases. Identify risks early and support reporting and documentation activities.

Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in a business or technology‑related field (preferred). Experience with SDLC methodologies and Agile tools (e.g., JIRA, Confluence). Ideally 2 years’ experience in software projects, business analysis, operations, or similar roles.

Background in marine or port operations is an advantage. Strong communication and relationship‑building abilities, especially with customer‑facing teams. Excellent organizational skills, attention to detail, and a proactive, problem‑solving approach.

Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast‑paced environment. Curiosity, adaptability, and an interest in emerging technologies, including AI. Successful applicants must be authorized to work in Canada without sponsorship.

Salary For applicants that reside in BC, the annual salary range is $80,000 CAD - $90,000 CAD. The starting salary will be determined based on the successful candidate’s education, skills, experience, and internal equity. Equal Employment Opportunity Wärtsilä is committed to Employment Equity, supports diversity in the workplace, and encourages applications from qualified individuals, including women, members of visible minorities, Indigenous persons, and persons with disabilities.

If you require accommodation during the recruitment process, please let us know, and we will work with you to support your request. As part of the recruitment process, certain roles will be subject to pre‑employment conditions, which may include reference checks, background screening, medical assessments, and confirmation of eligibility to work in Canada. Wärtsilä is a global leader in innovative technologies and lifecycle solutions for the marine and energy markets.

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