Business Specialist / Strategic Technical Program Leader Location: San Jose, California Job Type: C2C | Onsite Pay Rate: $68/hr Industry: Information Technology / Business Analysis & Program Leadership End Date: 01-Jan-2026 Job Description We are seeking a Business Specialist with strong expertise in data analysis, business analysis, and Agile methodologies. The role focuses on analyzing business needs, supporting strategic initiatives, and delivering projects using Agile frameworks. The position also involves stakeholder collaboration, requirement analysis, and contributing to process optimization and decision-making through data-driven insights. Responsibilities • Conduct data analysis to generate insights and support business improvements. • Work with stakeholders to understand business requirements and translate them into actionable specifications. • Utilize Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban) to manage project activities and ensure timely delivery. • Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive alignment and track project progress. • Support execution of business strategies through analytical inputs and recommendations. • Identify opportunities for process optimization and implement efficiency improvements. • Establish governance frameworks and decision-making cadences to support program objectives. • Develop long-term strategic roadmaps and short-term execution plans with engineering and cross-functional teams. • Lead and manage large-scale technical programs including custom web applications, IBM Tririga integrations, API development, and AI/ML initiatives. • Provide strong technical program leadership, ensuring quality, scalability, risk mitigation, and stakeholder satisfaction. • Prepare reports, dashboards, and presentations to communicate program status, risks, and outcomes. • Oversee web application and API development efforts aligned with overall IWMS strategy. • Guide AI/ML model implementation to enhance automation and decision-making. • Ensure high-quality releases and monitor performance, scalability, and stability. • Identify risks proactively, create mitigation plans, and ensure timely resolutions. Required Qualifications • Proficiency in data analysis techniques and business analysis methods. • Hands-on experience with Agile methodologies (Scrum/Kanban). • Strong communication and interpersonal skills for stakeholder engagement. • Ability to think critically, solve problems, and support strategic decisions. • Bachelors or Masters degree in Computer Science, IT, Engineering, or related field. • 15+ years of experience in Technical Program Leadership or similar roles. • Experience managing custom web apps, AI/ML models, and APIs at scale. • Prior consulting experience preferred. Agile certification (e.g., PMI-ACP) preferred but not mandatory.