Is it surprising to hear that a financial institution of 1.5 million members and over $30 billion in managed assets say that success comes from focusing on people, not profits?
Our “people helping people” philosophy has guided us since 1935, driving our deep commitment to serving our members, communities, and each other. When you join our team, you become part of a purpose-driven organization where your work makes a real difference.
While we’re proud of our history, we’re even more excited about our future. With business and technology transformation on the horizon, there’s never been a better time to be part of BECU.
PAY RANGE
The Target Pay Range for this position is $104,000.00-$126,900.00 annually. The full Pay Range is $80,800.00 - $150,200.00 annually. At BECU, compensation decisions are determined using factors such as relevant job-related skills, experience, and education or training. Should an offer for employment be made, we will consider individual qualifications. In addition to your salary, compensation incentives are available for the hired applicant. Incentives are performance based and targets vary by role.
BENEFITS
Employees and their eligible family members have access to a wide array of employee benefits, such as medical, dental, vision and life insurance coverage. Employees have access to disability and AD&D insurance. We also offer health care and dependent care flexible spending accounts, as well as health savings accounts, to eligible employees. Employees are able to enroll in our company’s 401k plan and employer-funded retirement plan. Newly hired employees accrue 6.16 hours of paid time off (PTO) on a per pay period basis based on hours worked (up to a maximum of 160 PTO hours per year) and receive ten paid holidays throughout the calendar year. Additional details regarding BECU Benefits can be found here.
IMPACT YOU’LL MAKE:
As a Systems Analyst at BECU, you will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions. Your ability to translate end-user requirements into functional system designs will directly impact the efficiency, security, and scalability of our technology solutions. You’ll be at the forefront of driving innovation, optimizing processes, and ensuring seamless collaboration between stakeholders. Whether it's refining requirements, designing technical solutions, or mentoring your peers, your contributions will empower BECU to continue delivering industry-leading technology solutions.
To join our dynamic team, we require candidates to be residents of WA, OR, ID, AZ, TX, GA, or SC. If you’re located in Washington state and within a reasonable driving distance from Tukwila, we are requesting that you come into our HQ on Tuesdays & Wednesdays. For those candidates that live outside the commute distance of TFC and in any of our approved remote work locations, this role will be remote. Remote or onsite, we are committed to ensuring you are fully engaged and included in our collaborative environment.
WHAT YOU’LL DO:
Collaborate & Drive Business Value:
- Strategic Partner: Work with Product Owners, decision-makers, and leaders to define and document roadmaps, sprint goals, requirements, and user stories that align with business objectives.
- Solution Innovator: Identify technology solutions that reduce technical debt, meet compliance requirements, and enhance business capabilities.
- Process Enhancer: Lead initiatives that streamline and improve workflows, ensuring efficiency in business operations.
Design & Deliver Technical Solutions:
- Technical Translator: Convert business requirements into functional specifications, use cases, and process models, making them actionable for engineering teams.
- Solution Architect: Manage complex software platforms, configurations, data structures, and workflows that power critical financial and compliance systems.
- Integration Expert: Work with IT teams to implement new solutions, optimize infrastructure, and address business and technical needs.
Optimize System Performance & Reliability:
- Quality & Testing Champion: Oversee test plans, refine technical solutions, and ensure seamless deployment while facilitating resolution of defects.
- Deployment Coordinator: Manage software updates, patches, and enhancements across development, test, disaster recovery, and production environments.
- Risk Mitigator: Develop disaster recovery plans for in-house, third-party, SaaS, and PaaS solutions to ensure business continuity.
Lead & Mentor:
- Cross-Team Connector: Support business units in prioritizing technology needs while aligning objectives with broader roadmaps.
- Change Leader: Assess organizational impacts of technology implementations and present findings to leadership teams.
- Mentor & Guide: Provide training, mentorship, and best practices to junior analysts and stakeholders across the organization.
Secure & Future-Proof BECU Technology:
- Cybersecurity Advocate: Ensure adherence to cybersecurity best practices, data privacy regulations, and compliance standards.
- Documentation Specialist: Maintain up-to-date technical documentation, system requirement specifications, and process diagrams.
- Continuous Improver: Stay ahead of industry trends, optimizing technology solutions to support BECU’s long-term success.
This isn’t just about ticking off tasks on a list. It's about making a significant, positive change in BECU’s journey, where your contributions are valued, and your growth is continually fostered.
WHAT YOU’LL GAIN:
At BECU, we’re looking for professionals who are not just skilled but passionate about technology and business optimization. If you thrive in problem-solving, system analysis, and innovation, this role is for you. Here’s what will attract you to this opportunity:
- A mission-driven culture: Work for a company that prioritizes its members and their financial well-being.
- Career growth: Continuous opportunities to develop your expertise, gain certifications, and advance in your career.
- Innovative technology environment: Be part of a team that leverages modern tools and methodologies to drive impact.
- Collaborative teamwork: Work alongside business and technology leaders in a dynamic, cross-functional environment.
- Hands-on influence: See your recommendations and solutions implemented and driving change within the organization.
QUALIFICATIONS: Minimum Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in a technical or related discipline, or equivalent work or educational experience.
- Minimum five years of experience working with business software applications.
- Understanding of Cloud Computing theories and practical applications.
- Strong expertise in multiple change methodologies (Agile, Lean, TDD, Waterfall) and their real-world applications.
- Full SDLC experience including user story creation, test planning, test execution, CI/CD pipeline support, production implementation, and troubleshooting.
- Proficiency in SQL & relational databases, including writing queries and analyzing/reporting data.
- Technical fluency across programming languages and environments.
- Experience with Agile tools like Azure DevOps, JIRA, or similar development platforms.
- Strong troubleshooting and problem-solving skills, particularly when supporting end-user testing and training.
- Experience with monitoring tools like Splunk, AppDynamics, etc.
- Ability to build strong business cases, perform financial analysis, and assess strategic alignment.
- Project management capabilities in accordance with BECU and industry methodologies.
- Proficient verbal and written communication skills to effectively collaborate across teams.
- Full-time availability with on-call support responsibilities as needed.
Desired Qualifications:
- Advanced degree in a relevant field.
- Experience in financial services, banking, or credit union industry.
- Knowledge of software engineering principles and data architecture best practices.
- Experience in risk management, compliance, and regulatory frameworks.
- Strong leadership and interpersonal skills to build relationships across multiple departments.
JOIN THE JOURNEY
Ready to make an indelible impact? Eager to be a part of a collaborative and innovative team where your ideas and contributions don’t just fill a role, but fuel the growth and success of BECU?
This is more than a job – it’s a chance to elevate your career, skills, and future, all while contributing to the robust technological landscape of BECU.
Embrace the opportunity to grow with us. Apply now, bring your expertise to the table, and let’s achieve excellence together at BECU. Your journey of influence, innovation, and impactful contribution starts now.
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EEO Statement:
BECU is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected status.
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