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Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md). --- # Lead Systems Analyst - **Company:** TIAA - **Location:** United States - **Experience:** Expert - **Salary:** $116,000.0 - $147,000.0 - **Contract:** Permanent contract - **Skills:** Java (Programming Language), Microsoft Windows, Data Analysis, JIRA, Microsoft Azure, Business Process Model and Notation, Business Process Management, Information Systems, Linux, Disaster Recovery, Java Platform Enterprise Edition (J2EE), HP Systems Insight Manager, IBM WebSphere MQ, Systems Analysis, JSON, Key Management, PostgreSQL, Log Analysis, OAuth, OpenShift, Oracle Databases, Systems Development Life Cycle, Query Optimization, Release Management, SQL Databases, Web Services Description Language, Extensible Markup Language (XML), Cyberark, IT Architecture, SOAPAPI, Gitlab, Event Driven Architecture, Pingfederate, Kubernetes, Information Technology, Apache Kafka, Api Gateway, Restful APIs, Splunk, Mulesoft - **Published:** August 28, 2026 - **Apply:** https://www.dice.com/job-detail/9eb5a5de-0e87-4a0c-a6b6-d0a1f824397b ## About the Role * University (Degree) Preferred Work Experience * 5+ Years Required; 7+ Years Preferred Career Level 8IC, * 5 or more years of experience in Information Technology in the financial services industry. * 5 or more years of Java and J2EE application design and development experience. * 3 or more years of experience with REST and SOAP web services, JSON, XML, WSDL, MuleSoft ESB, and Kong API Gateway for building and managing enterprise integrations. * Experience with AWS services including RDS and OpenSearch, and container orchestration using Red Hat OpenShift across multi-environment deployments including disaster recovery environments. * Experience designing, developing, and managing BPMN-driven workflow applications and BPM platforms. Preferred Skills * Working experience with IBM MQ and Apache Kafka for message-driven and event-driven architecture patterns. * Experience with Agile/Scrum methodologies, SDLC practices, and project management including backlog management using Azure DevOps and JIRA. * Proficiency in SQL, PostgreSQL, and Oracle databases including data modeling and query optimization. * Experience with PingFederate OAuth2 for token-based authentication and CyberArk Conjur DAP for enterprise secrets management. * Experience with Splunk for application monitoring, log analysis, and production observability. * Experience with GitLab or similar source control tools, CI/CD pipelines, and end-to-end release planning and orchestration across multiple environments. * Working knowledge of both Windows and Linux operating systems. Related Skills Acceptance Testing, Business Analysis, Business Process Improvement, Business Process Mapping, Business Process Understanding, Business Requirements, Collaboration, Data Analysis, IT Business Analysis, Systems Design/Analysis, Systems Development Life Cycle, Technical Documentation, Test Planning ## Description The Systems Analysis job participates in the designing of information systems that are appropriate for users' needs and consistent with the overall design of the organization's information systems architecture. Working under general supervision, this job is responsible for analyzing information from system users to formulate the scope and objectives of the system and preparing the design of possible systems solutions. Key Responsibilities and Duties * Defines system scope through research and fact-finding to develop or modify moderately complex information systems. * Prepares flow charts, models, and procedures and conducts feasibility studies to design possible system solutions. * Prepares technical documentation to guide system users and to assist with the ongoing operation, maintenance, and development of the system. * Collaborates with system analysts, engineers, and programmers to design systems and to determine project limitations and capabilities, performance requirements, systems performance standards, and interfaces. * Analyzes and proposes revisions to existing system logic difficulties and documentation as necessary. * Assists in the development of training sessions and demos for end users. * Monitors the efficiency and effectiveness of application operations and troubleshooting problems, as necessary. ## Related Videos - [Improving quality with Agentic AI with Rovo Dev and Xray](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2005-improving-quality-with-agentic-ai-with-rovo-dev-and-xray) - [Tips and Tricks for Working with JSON](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1229-tips-and-tricks-for-working-with-json) - [Keeping applications secure by evolving OAuth 2.0 and OpenID Connect](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100152-keeping-applications-secure-by-evolving-oauth-2-0-and-openid-connect) - [Why make use of an integration platform in today's software developments and infrastructure?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/758-why-make-use-of-an-integration-platform-in-today-s-software-developments-and-infrastructure) - [Integrate your Cognitive Assistant with 3rd-party DBs and software](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/249-integrate-your-cognitive-assistant-with-3rd-party-dbs-and-software) - [Collaboration Quantified: Lessons from Open Source Developer Networks](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1422-collaboration-quantified-lessons-from-open-source-developer-networks) ## Related Articles - [How We Built a Worry-Free System That Runs for 10+ Years – And What We’d Do Again](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/751-how-we-built-a-worry-free-system-that-runs-for-10-years-and-what-we-d-do-again) - [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk) - [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers) - [Data Analyst Salary in Switzerland](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/276-data-analyst-salary-in-switzerland) - [Best Paying Jobs in Technology](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/256-best-paying-jobs-in-technology) - [Highest Paying Tech Companies for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/220-highest-paying-tech-companies-for-developers)