Our mission is to create the Experience of a Lifetime for our employees, so they can, in turn, create the Experience of a Lifetime for our guests. We own and operate the most renowned destination resorts in the world as well as regional and local ski areas outside major cities, and connect them all through one unrivaled network. We are looking for ambitious leaders, innovators and creators to join our talented team. If you’re ready to pursue your fullest potential, we want to get to know you!Candidates for year-round positions are reviewed on a rolling basis. Applications will be accepted up to 90 days after the posting date, or until the position is filled (whichever is first).Job Summary:We are looking for a Senior Digital Business Analyst to play a key role on our Digital Team in enabling Vail Resorts to support our best in class data-driven digital experience. This position will support the Marketing Digital Experience organization in a highly collaborative environment working closely with Product Owners, Project Managers, Developers, and Quality Assurance specialists to determine what experiences have the maximum impact and drive business metrics.We are looking for an outstanding individual who excels in several key areas: Requirements gathering and validation, building and managing partner relationships, digital testing platforms and tools, and software development life cycle. This position reports to the Senior Manager of Digital Business Analysis.Job Specifications:
Outlet: Corporate
The budgeted range starts at $92,396 - $115,000 + annual bonus. Actual pay will be adjusted based on experience
Shift & Schedule Availability: Full Time, Year Round
Other Specifics: Hybrid / Remote
Job Responsibilities:
Elicit and Document Business Requirements: Gather, refine, and document detailed business requirements to inform design and development.
Facilitate System Enhancements: Define and document new system capabilities and enhancements, ensuring alignment with business objectives and technical feasibility.
Primary Liaison Between Teams: Act as the primary point of contact between Marketing Digital Experience teams and Digital development team, ensuring seamless communication and alignment on complex projects.
Lead Data-Driven Problem Solving: Analyze and resolve challenges in a data-driven environment by leveraging metrics, analytics tools, and stakeholder insights.
Foster Cross-Functional Relationships: Build and maintain strong relationships with business stakeholders, ensuring consistent alignment with internal technology teams throughout project lifecycles
Collaborate with Product Owners: Partner with product owners to define, refine, and document business requirements, ensuring they align with the overall strategic goals.
Manage Ambiguity and Complexity: Guide project teams through ambiguity, breaking down complex problems into functional, actionable requirements.
Support Agile Delivery Processes: Actively contribute to sprint planning, backlog grooming, and other Agile ceremonies to ensure timely and successful project delivery.
Conduct Stakeholder Workshops: Facilitate workshops and meetings to gather requirements and drive consensus among diverse stakeholders.
Job Qualifications:Required:
5+ years working in agile custom software delivery in a BA capacity
Bachelor’s degree in Information Systems, Computer Science, Business Administration or a closely related field
Demonstrated business analysis experience with direct business interaction
Strong analytical skills with proven experience in documenting business requirements and creating process flows
Effective communication and interpersonal skills; comfortable speaking with and translating between technical and non-technical team members at all levels of the organization
Experience working with a cross-functional team in the areas of technology, marketing, digital experience, and analytics
Excellent analytical and conceptual thinking skills
Ability to influence stakeholders and work closely with them to determine acceptable solutions
A history of leading and supporting successful projects
Experience in an Agile based delivery environment
Preferred:
Proficient with Jira and Confluence
Experience working on a mobile application and/or e-commerce platform
Experience with CMS systems such as Sitecore and ContentStack
Experience with Adobe Experience Tools- Adobe Target, Adobe Analytics
The expected Total Compensation for this role is $92,396 - $115,000 + annual bonus. Individual compensation decisions are based on a variety of factors.Job Benefits
Ski/Mountain Perks! Free passes for employees, employee discounted lift tickets for friends and family AND free ski lessons
MORE employee discounts on lodging, food, gear, and mountain shuttles
401(k) Retirement Plan
Employee Assistance Program
Excellent training and professional development
Full Time roles are eligible for the above, plus:
Health Insurance; Medical Insurance, Dental Insurance, and Vision Insurance plans (for eligible seasonal employees after working 500 hours)
Free ski passes for dependents
Critical Illness and Accident plans
Vail Resorts offers a ‘Hybrid’ work environment where employees living within 50 miles of the Broomfield office work on-site Tuesday, Wednesday, Thursday and have flexibility to work off-site on Mondays and Fridays. Employees living outside of a commutable distance can work remotely from British Columbia, Washington D.C., and the 16 U.S. states in which we currently operate. This includes: California, Colorado, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New York, Nevada, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Utah, Vermont, Washington State, Wisconsin, and Wyoming.Please note that the ability to work in person or off-site, and the particulars related to such work, are subject to change at any time; and, accordingly, the Company reserves the right to change its policies and/or require in-person/in-office work or off-site work at any time in its sole discretion.In completing this application, and when submitting related documentation, applicants may redact information that identifies their age, date of birth, and/or dates of attendance at or graduation from an educational institution.Vail Resorts is an equal opportunity employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability, protected veteran status or any other status protected by applicable law.Requisition ID 506753Reference Date: 01/20/2025Job Code Function: DTW
Full-time