Himavarshini Katta
Tallahassee,FL
Summary
Highly analytical Business Analyst with over 3 years of experience in requirements gathering, data analysis, and process optimization. Proficient in Agile methodologies, SDLC documentation, and stakeholder communication. Skilled in tools like JIRA, Tableau, and Informatica, with a proven track record of enhancing system functionality and delivering impactful solutions.
Overview
5
5
years of professional experience
Work History
Systems Analyst
State of Florida - Florida Department of corrections
01.2024 - Current
- Collaborated with clients and development teams to gather and translate business requirements into actionable technical solutions
- Led stakeholder meetings, preparing detailed agendas and action items, ensuring effective communication and timely decision-making
- Managed user stories, tasks, and project timelines in JIRA, driving project efficiency and successful delivery
- Conducted User Acceptance Testing (UAT) to validate system functionality and ensure alignment with business objectives
- Developed process flow diagrams to visually map current business workflows, identify inefficiencies, recommending workflow improvements to optimize operations
- Designed and executed comprehensive test cases, tracking results to ensure software quality and user satisfaction
- Documented all stages of the Software Development Life Cycle (SDLC), ensuring alignment with client specifications and industry standards
- Supported infrastructure operations by managing Active Directory (AD), provisioning user access, and maintaining system health
- Designed and developed Tableau dashboards for real-time KPI and business metric monitoring, improving stakeholder decision-making
- Coordinated application migrations and tracked corrective/preventive actions using ServiceNow, ensuring compliance with ITIL standards and SOX requirements
- Worked closely with project management and procurement teams to consolidate requirements, supporting cloud-based solutions using AWS and Azure infrastructure
- Supervised deployments and provided ongoing troubleshooting and user support to ensure smooth operational transitions
- Prepared monthly activity reports showcasing project progress and deliverables for the Client Manager.
- Utilized Microsoft Visio to design detailed process flowcharts and system diagrams, enabling clear visualization of complex workflows, which improved decision-making.
Business Analyst
Amazon
04.2020 - 12.2021
- Collaborated with Amazon Advertising and Google teams to develop a tool optimizing ad placements, increasing ROI by 25%.
- Analyzed historical data using SQL and Tableau to identify trends and performance gaps.
- Integrated APIs for real-time data synchronization, ensuring seamless operation between platforms.
- Led UAT efforts, developed 50+ test cases, and addressed critical issues pre-launch.
- Designed process flowcharts and user guides for tool adoption by marketing teams.
- Developed detailed user stories, process flows, and functional specifications in JIRA for clear communication of business requirements, supporting cross-functional teams.
- Actively participated in team meetings to share knowledge, exchange ideas, address challenges, and collaborate on potential solutions.
- Managed business requirements and tracked project progress in GitLab, ensuring seamless collaboration between stakeholders and development teams, resulting in on-time delivery of features aligned with business goals.
Education
Masters - Computer science and Engineering
Florida State University
Florida12.2023
Bachelors - Computer science and Engineering
Sreyas Institute of Engineering And Technology
India04.2020
Skills
- Requirements gathering process design SDLC documentation
- SQL Tableau Excel Informatica Microsoft Visio
- JIRA Scrum Confluence
- ITIL ServiceNow AWS Azure GitLab
- Stakeholder communication Team collaboration Problem-solving
- Agile Product Management Procurement
Timeline
Systems Analyst
State of Florida - Florida Department of corrections
01.2024 - Current
Business Analyst
Amazon
04.2020 - 12.2021
Masters - Computer science and Engineering
Florida State University
Bachelors - Computer science and Engineering
Sreyas Institute of Engineering And Technology
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