Pleasanton, CA
|Hybrid, Onsite
|Contract
|Job ID 71607|Posted Sep 8, 2025We are seeking a detail-oriented and proactive Business Analyst to join our dynamic Product team. This role will focus on supporting a pilot program through structured data entry, story grooming, and cross-functional coordination.
Responsibilities
- Support accurate data entry and validation for project-related imagery and metadata.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to gather essential information and ensure data quality.
- Write and groom user stories, acceptance criteria, and business rules based on product requirements.
- Maintain and prioritize the project backlog to align with the product roadmap.
- Track project goals, metrics, and user feedback while preparing reports and updates for stakeholders.
- Facilitate communication between technical and non-technical teams to ensure aligned expectations.
- Document workflows, process maps, and training materials as necessary.
Skills
- 8-10 years of experience in a Business Analyst role or similar capacity.
- Strong proficiency with JIRA and Confluence for story writing and backlog management.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills with high attention to detail.
- Ability to thrive in a fast-paced environment and manage ambiguity effectively.
Preferred Skills
- Familiarity with data-centric tools and digital product workflows.
- Experience in retail or merchandising platforms.
- Proven ability to engage effectively with various stakeholders.
We are committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive environment where all team members feel valued and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
Once you apply for this position, you may receive a phone call, SMS or email at the time of application from our Virtual AI Recruiter, Alex, to conduct an initial interview.
We seek to provide employment opportunities to talented, qualified candidates regardless of race, color, sex/gender including gender identity and/or expression, national origin, religion, sexual orientation, disability, marital status, citizen status, veteran status, or any other protected classification under federal, state or local law.
In addition, Horizontal will provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you need to request a reasonable accommodation in order to complete the application or interview process, please contact us.
All applicants applying must be legally authorized to work in the country of employment.