Business Analyst - Outside IR35

SDL Solutions Limited is seeking a Business Analyst for an initial 12-month contract who can turn complex product ideas into clear, actionable software requirements.

You ll own the Azure DevOps backlog, ensure seamless traceability to Polarion, and help the team deliver value-driven software features from embedded systems to automation platforms.

What You ll Do

• Build and maintain a structured software backlog in Azure DevOps.
• Translate product vision and legacy requirements into Features and User Stories.
• Define clear acceptance criteria and capture non-functional requirements.
• Create and document traceability between Azure DevOps and Polarion.
• Collaborate with Product Owners and Scrum Masters to refine and plan work.
• Analyze URS and legacy materials to guide feature definition.

What You ll Bring

• At least 6+ years experience as a Business Analyst in software development.
• Strong skills in Azure DevOps backlog management.
• Familiarity with or quick learning ability in Polarion.
• Proven ability to write clear, implementation-agnostic requirements.
• Excellent written English and attention to detail.
• Self-starter mindset organized, analytical, and independent.

Nice to Have

• Experience in embedded systems, industrial automation, or OPC UA.
• Understanding of regulated software traceability (e.g., GxP, GAMP).
• Tools: Azure DevOps (primary), Polarion (secondary)

If you love bridging business goals with technical clarity and you thrive on creating structure out of complexity we d love to hear from you.

Business Analyst - Outside IR-month Contract