Senior Functional Analyst | Belgium

ph3Position Summary: /h3 pWe are seeking an exceptionally skilled and experienced Senior Functional Analyst to join our technology team on a full-time basis in Belgium. In this critical enterprise systems and business analysis role, you will be responsible for bridging business strategy and technical execution across complex Agile/Scrum IT projects. The ideal candidate will bring 10+ years of professional experience in business requirements gathering, user story mapping, functional documentation, UML/BPMN modeling, and multilingual communication capabilities (French/Dutch and English). /p h3Detailed

Job Description
/h3 pAs a Senior Functional Analyst in Belgium, you will serve as the principal functional authority responsible for translating complex business needs into precise technical specifications and user stories. Your daily responsibilities will encompass gathering business requirements, designing UML and BPMN process models, authoring functional documentation, and coordinating end-to-end testing cycles. You will work extensively with REST/SOAP APIs, SQL, PL-SQL, IBM MQ, and Elastic/Kibana log analytics, while ensuring strict adherence to XML/XSD contracts. Candidates must be EU citizens or hold a valid work permit in Belgium. /p h3Key

Responsibilities:
/h3 ul liLead business requirements gathering, stakeholder interviews, and functional scoping across enterprise Agile/Scrum IT projects. /li liAuthor detailed user stories, acceptance criteria, UML diagrams, and BPMN process flows. /li liCreate comprehensive functional documentation, system specifications, and UAT testing protocols. /li liDesign, analyze, and validate REST/SOAP API specifications and XML/XSD data exchange contracts. /li liExecute complex database queries and data analysis using SQL and PL-SQL. /li liConfigure, monitor, and troubleshoot enterprise messaging flows using IBM MQ and logging analytics via Elastic Kibana. /li liCollaborate proactively with software developers, enterprise architects, QA engineers, and business stakeholders. /li liEnsure strict alignment between technical deliverables and business objectives throughout the Agile sprint lifecycle. /li liParticipate actively in Agile ceremonies including sprint planning, backlog grooming, and retrospective reviews. /li liAuthor system integration runbooks, functional verification reports, and user training materials. /li /ul h3Required Qualifications

Skills:
/h3 ul liBachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Business Administration, or a related discipline. /li liMinimum of 10+ years of professional experience in functional analysis within Agile/Scrum IT projects. /li liProven expertise in business requirements gathering, functional specification authoring, and test management. /li liAdvanced proficiency in UML modeling, BPMN process mapping, and user story creation. /li liStrong technical knowledge of REST/SOAP APIs, XML/XSD contracts, SQL, and PL-SQL databases. /li liPractical experience with enterprise messaging systems (IBM MQ) and log analytics platforms (Elastic Kibana). /li liExceptional multilingual communication

skills:
Fluency in French or Dutch (C2 level in one, B1 in the other) plus professional English (C1 level). /li liMandatory residency/work authorization: Must be an EU citizen or hold a valid work permit in Belgium. /li /ul h3Nice-to-Have

Skills:
/h3 ul liProfessional certifications such as IIBA Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) or Professional Scrum Product Owner (PSPO). /li liPrior professional experience working within telecom, banking, or large-scale European enterprise IT environments. /li liFamiliarity with containerization (Docker, Kubernetes) and CI/CD deployment pipelines. /li liImmediate availability for on-site mobilization in Belgium. /li /ul h3Job Details: /h3 ul liSalary/Rate: Competitive market rate /li liDeadline: Immediate /li liNotice Period: Immediate to 30 Days /li liContract Duration: Full Time / Permanent (Belgium) /li /ul /p