• SDLC Azure DevOps Consultant

    COOLSOFT (Lansing, MI)


    SDLC Azure DevOps Consultant

     

    (Jobs in Lansing, MI)

     

    Requirement id 155533

     

    Job title Consultant

     

    Job location in Lansing, MI

     

    Skills required Software Development, Business Processes, Gathering And Documenting Requirements, SDLC Azure DevOps

     

    Open Date 15-Oct-2025

     

    Close Date

     

    Job type Contract

     

    Duration 12 Months

     

    Compensation DOE

     

    Status requirement ---

     

    Job interview type ---

     

    Email Recruiter:coolsoft

     

    Job Description Consultant: Software Development, Business Processes, Gathering And Documenting Requirements, SDLC Azure DevOps

     

    Start Date :11/10/2025

     

    End Date :At least 1 Years from projected start date

     

    Submission Deadline : 10/21 @ 10 am EST

     

    Client Info : MDE

    Note:

    * Hybrid: Resource will be working a hybrid schedule. NO REMOTE ONLY OPTION. Will need to be onsite from day 1, two days a week (Tuesdays and Wednesdays are preferred in-office days). Candidate can be full time in office, if desired.

    * Interview Process: Virtual Interview via MS Teams video. Please use laptop and be prepared to share screen if asked.

    * Duration: 1 year with possible extension

    * Local candidates (strongly preferred) or non-local (must be willing to relocate at their own expense from acceptance with no delays & follow the hybrid schedule)

    Description :

    Business Process Reengineering Position Description

    Position Overview:

    we are seeking a Senior Business Process Reengineer to support the Office of Educational Supports (OES) in enhancing and maintaining the Consolidated Application within the NexSys platform. This application is critical for distributing federal formula grants to Michigan Local Education Agencies.

     

    This role will serve as a strategic liaison between OES, regional field services consultants and managers, internal MDE cross-office teams (including the Office of Systems, Evaluation, and Technology - OSET), the Department of Technology, Management, and Budget (DTMB), and vendor partners. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in business process analysis, requirements gathering, and the software development lifecycle (SDLC), with proven leadership experience in cross-functional environments.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Process Analysis & Improvement

    • Review and document current grant-related business processes and workflows.

    • Identify opportunities for process optimization and recommend improvements.

    • Analyze federal policy changes and advise OES on necessary application updates.

    • Stakeholder Engagement & Communication

    • Facilitate meetings with business stakeholders, technical teams, and external consultants.

    • Act as the primary point of contact for field consultants regarding application issues.

    • Communicate issue status, resolutions, and updates to relevant stakeholders.

    • Operational & Technical Liaison

    • Manage and prioritize operational support requests and enhancement tickets in Azure DevOps.

    • Collaborate with OSET and vendor teams to ensure timely resolution of technical issues.

    • Translate business needs into clear, actionable technical requirements.

    • Leadership & Team Coordination

    • Lead and mentor a team of business analysts.

    • Delegate tasks effectively and ensure alignment with project goals.

    • Facilitate and lead requirement-gathering sessions with both business and technical teams.

    • Documentation & Knowledge Management

    • Maintain comprehensive documentation on the project SharePoint site.

    • Ensure all process changes and decisions are well-documented and accessible.

    Required Skills & Qualifications:

    • Proven experience in business process reengineering or business analysis.

    • Strong understanding of the software development lifecycle (SDLC).

    • Experience working with grant management systems or government-funded programs is a plus.

    • Excellent communication, facilitation, and interpersonal skills.

    • Demonstrated leadership capabilities in cross-functional team environments.

    • Proficiency with tools such as Microsoft SharePoint, Azure DevOps, and Microsoft Office Suite.

    • Self-starter with strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities.

    * Interviews will likely be conducted on 10/24/25 via Microsoft Teams.

     

    Desired Start Date: Monday November 10th; start date is flexible

     

    Work location is hybrid, 2 days in

     

    Call502-379-4456 Ext 100for more details. Please provide Requirement id: 155533 while calling.

     

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