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AKANA API Management Platform Anlayst

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Amsterdam, Noord-Holland, Netherlands

We are seeking a highly skilled and experienced Airline Business Analyst to collaborate closely with stakeholders to gather, document, and analyze business requirements specific to airline operations. The successful candidate will have a deep understanding of airline systems, including reservations, ticketing, flight operations, and customer service. This role will also involve working with APIs, cloud platforms, and contributing to the integration of airline-specific software and systems.

Key Responsibilities:

  • Collaborate with key stakeholders to gather, analyze, and document business requirements related to airline operations (reservations, ticketing, flight management, customer service).

  • Develop and maintain a strong understanding of airline-specific software, including reservation systems (e.g., Sabre, Amadeus), flight management systems, and CRM tools.

  • Utilize business analysis tools and techniques such as use case modeling, process mapping, and requirements documentation to provide comprehensive solutions.

  • Design, develop, and analyze APIs, ensuring seamless integration with internal and external systems.

  • Work with RESTful and SOAP APIs and use API management tools like Postman, Swagger, or Apigee to document, test, and deploy API solutions.

  • Ensure the security of APIs by adhering to standards such as OAuth, JWT, and SSL protocols.

  • Engage in cloud-based development and deployment using platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

  • Contribute to and support microservices architecture design and implementation.

  • Collaborate with DevOps teams to ensure best practices are followed during the development and release of solutions.

  • Create process models, workflows, and diagrams to visualize and communicate proposed changes to stakeholders.

  • Prepare and present reports, presentations, and documentation to stakeholders at various levels, providing clear and actionable insights.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

  • Strong Knowledge of Airline Operations: Proven experience in airline business operations, including reservations, ticketing, flight operations, and customer service.

  • Business Analysis Expertise: Proficiency in business analysis techniques such as use case modeling, process mapping, and requirements documentation.

  • API Knowledge: Experience in API analysis, design, and development with a strong understanding of RESTful and SOAP APIs.

  • API Management Tools: Familiarity with API management tools such as Postman, Swagger, or Apigee.

  • API Security Protocols: Knowledge of security protocols, including OAuth, JWT, and SSL.

  • Cloud Platforms: Experience with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

  • Microservices Architecture: Experience in microservices design and implementation.

  • DevOps Practices: Knowledge of DevOps practices and tools, ensuring smooth development and deployment.

  • Communication Skills: Excellent communication and presentation skills with the ability to work with stakeholders at various levels of the organization.

  • Tools & Systems: Experience with airline-specific systems like Sabre, Amadeus, and CRM tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Certification in Business Analysis (e.g., CBAP, CCBA).

  • Experience with Agile or Scrum methodologies.

  • Experience in the airline industry or travel-related services.

  • Familiarity with project management tools and techniques.