Ops Specialist :Tech Business Analyst (App Mod)

Business unit, Department, Reporting

Business Unit PaaS & SaaS

Department DevSecOps – BDA

Job grade/level S6

Core Description

The Technical Business Analyst role focuses on system behaviour, data structures, interface mappings, migration rules and functional equivalence between the legacy and modern system(s).

The technical BA works closely with architects and developers to ensure that business logic and system functionality are accurately translated during the rewrite.

Key Deliverables / Primary Functions

• Analyse legacy Natural/ADABAS code, data structures and system interfaces to extract embedded business rules and technical activities.

• Document the technical requirements, interface specifications, and functionals corresponding rules for the modern C#/.NET architecture.

• Collaborate with Data Architects to define data migration rules, transformation logic, and validation criteria.

• Work with Integration and Solutions Architects to document interface mappings, ESB service contracts, and integration scenarios.

• Support the development of official/agreed data models and API specifications by providing functional context from legacy systems.

• Develop detailed use cases, system interaction diagrams and technical acceptance criteria to support design and testing.

• Participate in backlog grooming and solution design sessions, ensuring that technical stories accurately reflect business and legacy requirements.

• Review and validate developed components to ensure functional correspondence with legacy behaviour and business expectations.

Core Functional Skills & Capabilities

Business Analysis

Data Analysis

Data Migration

Service and System Integration

Analytical and Problem Solving

Core Behavioural Competencies

Job Match

Applying expertise & Technology

Analysing

Adapting & Responding to change

Presenting and Communicating information

Minimum Qualifications

NQF 6: 3 year Degree/ Diploma/ National Diploma in Computer Science or Information Systems

Additional Education -Preferred /Advantage

Experience

• 5 – 10+ years’ experience as a Business Analyst / System Analyst on complex enterprise systems.

• Strong understanding of legacy mainframe environments (Natural/ADABAS), data models and integration patterns.

• Exposure to C#/.NET or equivalent environments will be an advantage.

• Familiar with Agile delivery approaches and tools (e.g. Azure DevOps, Jira), while able to work in hybrid Agile-Waterfall transformation contexts.

Certifications

Professional Memberships in Relevant Industry

Level of Engagement & Span of Control

Level of Engagement Engagement with all levels within the organisation, internal and external to the business.

Special Requirements / Employment Condition

Valid Drivers license

Willing to travel

Ability to work extended /long hours as and when required

Workplace / Physical Requirements

Client Roaming

Billable