Technical System Analyst​/Product Engineer _ Minneapolis, MN; Local preffered

Technical System Analyst / Product Engineer - Minneapolis, MN (Local Preferred)

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We are seeking a highly analytical, collaborative, and technically proficient Technical Product Analyst with Scrum Master expertise to lead product development efforts across the full product lifecycle—from ideation to launch and beyond. This role will serve as a Subject Matter Expert (SME) and play a critical part in aligning business goals with technology solutions, ensuring product quality, and driving agile execution.

• Purely technical role, NOT business-side PO or Product Manager.
• Acts as SME, bridge between business requirements and IT implementation.
• Domain:
  Food & Beverage (Supply Chain & Manpower)

• Extract features from business, break down for IT.
• Data analysis, system analysis, API troubleshooting and triage.
• Work closely with engineers and architects.
• Initial production support.
• Act as key technical SME.

• Must understand APIs technically but no API design responsibility.
• Debug APIs, data & system analysis.
• Development background preferred but not mandatory.
• AWS knowledge is a plus.

• 5+ years of experience as a Technical Business/System Analyst.
• 5+ years of experience in enterprise software development in collaboration with Product Owners and Engineering teams.
• 3+ years as a Scrum Master, with proven leadership in Agile environments.
• 3+ years of experience leading API design and system integration projects.
• Strong ability to participate in technical design and solution architecture discussions.
• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and servant leadership skills.
• Outstanding problem-solving, organizational, and multitasking abilities.
• Proficiency in SQL and familiarity with data analytics tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau).
• Deep understanding of software development life cycles and agile methodologies.
• Experience working in fast-paced environments (product companies or startups preferred).
• Degree in Computer Science, Business, Information Systems, or a related field.

• Agile/Scrum: Requirements gathering, backlog management, sprint execution.
• End-to-End Delivery: Testing, validation, documentation, and post-launch support.
• Analytical & Communication Skills: Strong critical thinking and cross-functional collaboration.
• Technical Proficiency: APIs, data integrations, databases, and business process analysis.
• Manage project scope, timelines, and deliverables across sprints.

• Collaborate closely with Product Owners to manage backlogs and prioritize features.
• Translate the product roadmap into well-defined features, user stories, and acceptance criteria.
• Partner with stakeholders to shape product vision, strategy, and goals.
• Maintain the sprint backlog and ensure alignment between technical teams and business priorities.

• Serve as the main point of contact for external and internal communications.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams including engineering, UX/design, analytics, and business stakeholders.
• Drive alignment and communication between technical and non-technical teams.

• Lead requirements gathering, feasibility analysis, and system design efforts.
• Participate in the design and development of APIs and system integrations.
  
  Ensure seamless interface specifications and data flow between systems.
• Oversee testing, validation, documentation, and production support.
• Continuously analyze performance metrics and customer feedback to inform enhancements.

• Collaborate with marketing and sales teams to define go-to-market plans.
• Track product performance post-launch and recommend future investments.
• Support continuous improvement through feedback loops and performance analysis.

Seniority level:
Mid-Senior level

Employment type:

Contract

Job function:
Product Management