Business Analyst
Sparksoft Corporation
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Description
Join us at Sparksoft, where we're not just another tech company—we're a catalyst for change. Our mission isn't just to offer IT solutions; it's to revolutionize the way you work. Here, passion isn't just a buzzword; it's the fuel behind groundbreaking ideas and transformative technologies. We serve a wide range of government clients, delivering impact that's felt across the nation.
Our true strength lies in our people. They're the problem-solvers and innovators consistently delivering extraordinary outcomes. With Sparksoft, you're not stepping into a routine job; you're joining a team committed to innovation and excellence. Our innovation extends beyond just delivering projects. Through our specialized Innovation Centers, we continuously refine our methods, ensuring we remain industry leaders.
We are Sparksoft!
ROLE & RESPONSIBILITIES:
This position will be supporting Sparksoft's DSH Project. The ideal candidate will be required to/have experience in the following:
- Solicit, understand, and document health insurance marketplace needs and customers' business requirements, processes and workflows.
- Research market trends and the ACA landscape to enable development of timely, accurate, and relevant product features and requirements.
- Work with developers to create the functional specifications that meet requirements,
- Serve as a subject matter expert to assist developers building system functions, and work with the QA team to test the developed functionality.
- Play a leadership role in a Product Development team that employs Scaled Agile Framework (SAFe) as its guiding process infrastructure.
- Work closely with CMS, Business Development, and other Stakeholders PO’s, Developers, Testers, and Production Support through each stage of the software development lifecycle.
- Demonstrate both existing and new functionality to the CMS stakeholders.
- Perform market and competitive analysis to derive product requirements and contribute to product roadmaps.
- Deliver precise functional specifications to include functional hierarchy, workflow, business rules, interface design and definitions, outstanding issues, data analysis, and data mapping to clients and development staff.
- Be responsible for direct interaction with the federal agencies, to document interface requirements and facilitate integration testing activities.
- Gather requirements and help build and document specifications for development.
- Update and maintain Requirements Traceability Matrix.
- Conduct gap analysis between application and stated customer requirements and collaborate with Architects and Developers to estimate project impact.
- Work with Product Development, QA, and Production Support teams to communicate, verify, and test the desired functionality changes.
- Develop detailed functional and operational knowledge of the federal marketplace data services hub and be able to perform collaborative service demonstrations.
- Collaborate with other application development organizations to align with health insurance marketplace priorities and deliverables.
- Assist in developing training materials and product documentation.
- Manage multiple competing priorities through effective organization and communication.
- Tracking project schedule and associated risks.
- Support overall coordination between all involved parties, using Project Management skills and Techniques.
- Perform any other project task(s) as assigned.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE:
- 4 + years’ experience in the health care environment.
- 3 years working in an agile environment, especially in the health care domain.
- Strong knowledge of managing product builds teams.
- Demonstrated experience of delivering similar engagements.
- Candidates must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance
- Candidates must have lived in the United States 3 out of the past 5 years
PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:
- 7+ years in a product owner/Business Analyst role.
EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS:
- Bachelor's degree
WHAT WE OFFER:
At Sparksoft, we know that people do their best work when they feel supported, inspired, and connected. That’s why we’ve built a workplace that balances comprehensive benefits with a culture of collaboration and innovation. From flexible time off to professional growth opportunities, we’re committed to helping you thrive both inside and outside of work. When you join Sparksoft, you’ll enjoy:
• Competitive compensation and a 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
• Flexible paid time off and hybrid ways of working that support true work-life balance
• Comprehensive health coverage—including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
• A curated in-office experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
• Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
• Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles
• A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture—recognized as a Great Place to Work®
Accessibility and Accommodations: Sparksoft Corporation is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all individuals. If you require accommodations during the application or interview process, please contact us at Sparksoft.Accommodations@sparksoftcorp.com or call 410-424-7700. Requests are reviewed and fulfilled on a case-by-case basis.
Security Notice: Your privacy and data security are important to us. Sparksoft Corporation will never request sensitive personal information via email. If you receive any suspicious communication claiming to be from Sparksoft, please report it immediately to our security team at abuse@sparksoftcorp.com.
Artificial Intelligence (AI) Policy: While Sparksoft values the appropriate use of artificial intelligence in the workplace, candidates must complete interviews and independent assessments using their own knowledge and abilities. Unless expressly permitted by Sparksoft, the use of AI during interviews and assessments is strictly prohibited. Violations may result in disqualification. Please contact your recruiter regarding accommodation needs.
Benefits
- Competitive compensation and a 401(k) with employer contributions to help you plan for the future
- Flexible paid time off and hybrid ways of working that support true work-life balance
- Comprehensive health coverage—including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- A curated in-office experience designed to foster community, team connections, and innovation
- Opportunities to give back through Sparksoft Cares, including annual company-wide fundraising events
- Training and development programs that build new skills and prepare you for leadership roles
- A collaborative, transparent, and fun culture—recognized as a Great Place to Work® Accessibility and Accommodations: Sparksoft Corporation is committed to providing
About this role
Sparksoft is seeking a Business Analyst to support its DSH Project, a federal health insurance marketplace initiative. You'll work at the intersection of government stakeholders, product development teams, and technical implementation—gathering and translating complex marketplace requirements into functional specifications that developers can build against. The role demands deep familiarity with both the ACA landscape and agile delivery methods, as you'll serve as a subject matter expert throughout the software development lifecycle, conduct gap analyses, lead demonstrations to federal agencies, and maintain traceability between customer needs and delivered features.
This position requires at least four years in a healthcare environment and three years working in agile settings, ideally within health insurance or marketplace domains. You'll need a bachelor's degree and must be able to obtain and maintain a Public Trust clearance, which includes a residency requirement of three of the past five years in the United States. Experience as a product owner or business analyst—particularly at the seven-year level—is preferred and would strengthen your candidacy.
Sparksoft offers competitive compensation with 401(k) matching, flexible paid time off, comprehensive health and life insurance, and a hybrid work arrangement for those local to Maryland. The company emphasizes professional development and leadership preparation alongside a collaborative workplace culture. The role is full-time and based in a hybrid model, requiring your presence in the Maryland office as part of a team using Scaled Agile Framework practices.
Typical pay for this role
$100,000
Typical range: $80,000 to $140,000
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