Transforming the Future with Convergence of Simulation and Data

IT Business Analyst

Job Summary:

Our client in Plymouth, MI is looking for an IT Business Analyst. This is a contract position.

What You Will Do:

The IT Business Solutions Analyst will play a critical role in our company's transformation from Microsoft 365 to Google Workspace. This role requires deep expertise in both ecosystems to evaluate 200+ business use cases currently leveraging Microsoft apps including the Power Platform. The primary goal is to migrate these use cases to Google Workspace, but where this is not feasible, the analyst will identify and implement the best alternative solutions, whether through continued Microsoft usage, third-party tools, or custom integrations.

Use Case Analysis: Thoroughly review and document each of the 200+ business use cases, identifying the specific functionalities and integrations reliant on Microsoft apps.Solution Design: For each use case, design a solution that either migrates the functionality to Google Workspace or identifies the optimal alternative (continued Microsoft usage, third-party tool, custom integration).Stakeholder Collaboration: Work closely with business stakeholders to understand their needs, communicate solution options, and manage expectations throughout the transition process.Implementation and Support: Oversee the implementation of solutions, providing technical support and guidance to ensure a smooth transition for end-users.Documentation: Maintain detailed documentation of use cases, solution designs, and implementation steps.

What You Will Need:

Basics:

Extensive knowledge and hands-on experience with both Microsoft 365 (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Power Automate, etc.) and Google Workspace (Sheets, Docs, Slides, Apps Script, Appsheet, etc.).Collaborative, problem-solving mentality and behavior.Excellent written and verbal communication skills to collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.Time management skills - ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines.Minimum of 3 years experience in a related field.

Preferred:

Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools (Jira).Familiarity with APIs, scripting, and other integration technologies.Familiarity with IT Cybersecurity and compliance requirements.

How You Will Be Successful:

Envision the FutureCommunicate Honestly and BroadlySeek Technology and Business “First”Embrace Diversity and Take Risks

What We Offer:

Competitive SalaryComprehensive Benefit Package401(k) with matching contributionsPaid Time OffEmployee DiscountsFree training on all Altair products

Why Work with Us:

Altair is a global technology company that provides software and cloud solutions in the area of data analytics, product development, and high-performance computing (HPC). Altair enables organizations in nearly every industry to compete more effectively in a connected world, while creating a more sustainable future. With more than 3,000 engineers, scientists, and creative thinkers in 25 countries, we help solve our customer’s toughest challenges and deliver unparalleled service, helping the innovators innovate, drive better decisions, and turn today’s problems into tomorrow’s opportunities.

Our vision is to transform customer decision making with data analytics, simulation, and high-performance computing.

For more than 30 years, we have been helping our customers integrate electronics and controls with mechanical design to expand product value, develop AI, simulation and data-driven digital twins to drive better decisions, and deliver advanced HPC and cloud solutions to support unlimited idea exploration. To learn more, please visit

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At our core we are explorers; adventures; pioneers. We are the brains behind some of the world’s most revolutionary innovations and are not only comfortable in new and unchartered waters, we dive headfirst. We are the original trailblazers that make the impossible possible, discovering new solutions to our customer’s toughest challenges.

Altair is an equal opportunity employer. Our backgrounds are diverse, and every member of our global team is critical to our success. Altair’s history demonstrations a belief that empowering each individual authentic voice reinforces a culture that thrives because of the uniqueness among our team.

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