Horseplay is hiring: Senior Business Analyst in Los Angeles

Overview Senior Business Analyst – Turning Ideas into Game-Changing Solutions Ready to Bridge Business Needs and Winning Strategies? Imagine this: You’re the person who turns visionary ideas into practical, well-defined solutions that drive the largest regulated online gaming platform in the U.S. As our Senior Business Analyst, you’ll partner directly with our President, COO, and cross-functional teams to translate business challenges into clear requirements and ensure solutions deliver measurable impact. You’ll be at the center of the action — facilitating conversations between business leaders and technical teams, mapping processes, defining requirements, and making sure every project moves from concept to completion with clarity and precision. This is not a back-office role. You’ll see your work come to life in real time, shaping product decisions, player experiences, and operational strategies across 18 states. What You’ll Do Be the Strategic Connector Partner with leadership to understand business goals and translate them into actionable project requirements. Turn ambiguous problems into clear analytical and functional frameworks. Serve as the go-to resource for understanding what the business really needs and ensuring solutions align with strategic objectives. Facilitate and Document with Precision Lead requirements-gathering sessions, workshops, and stakeholder interviews. Document current and future state processes using clear process maps, workflows, and user stories. Define acceptance criteria and ensure alignment with business objectives. Ensure Solutions Deliver Value Collaborate with BI, engineering, marketing, and product teams to ensure solutions meet business needs and are user-friendly. Conduct impact analysis on proposed changes, including cost, benefit, and risk assessments. Support testing and UAT by validating that solutions meet requirements before launch. Navigate the Regulated Gaming Landscape Ensure all solutions meet the unique compliance requirements of regulated gaming. Partner with compliance teams to maintain data security and regulatory standards. Build Relationships Across the Organization Act as a trusted liaison between business and technical teams. Balance competing priorities while keeping projects on track and stakeholders informed. What You Bring to the Game Must-Haves: Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Information Systems, or related field (or equivalent experience). 5+ years in a Business Analyst or similar cross-functional role (experience in tech, gaming, or startups is a plus). Strong skills in requirements gathering, process mapping, and documentation. Familiarity with project management and collaboration tools (e.g., Jira, Confluence, Lucidchart). Ability to translate complex ideas into clear, concise documentation and presentations. Excellent facilitation and stakeholder management skills. Nice-to-Haves: Understanding of BI concepts and tools (Tableau, Power BI) to communicate effectively with analytics teams. Experience working in regulated industries. Agile/Scrum experience and familiarity with user story creation and backlog refinement. Mindset We Love: Startup hustle — you thrive in fast-paced, ambiguous environments. Curiosity about gaming — you want to understand what makes players tick. Collaborative spirit — you work well with everyone from engineers to executives. Security-first thinking — you naturally consider data protection in every solution. The Reality Check (Working Conditions) Physical setup: Primarily computer-based work (up to 8+ hours/day), with flexibility to work remote or in-office. Mental environment: High-energy startup pace with the precision of a regulated industry. Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt quickly. Gaming responsibility: Champion responsible gaming practices, ensuring solutions support both business growth and player well-being. Ready to Turn Ideas into Gaming Gold? Join a team that’s rewriting the rules of regulated online gaming. Your ability to connect people, processes, and technology will help us deliver industry-changing solutions. Your analytical superpowers + Our gaming platform = Industry-changing impact Seniority level Mid-Senior level Employment type Full-time Job function Analyst, Information Technology, and Product Management Industries Entertainment Providers, Financial Services, and Gambling Facilities and Casinos Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Horseplay by 2x Inferred from the description for this job Ventura, CA $120,800 - $181,200 4 days ago Hawthorne, CA $80,000 - $100,000 2 weeks ago San Juan Capistrano, CA $70,000 - $95,000 6 days ago Irwindale, CA $82,000 - $110,000 3 weeks ago Moorpark, CA $68,000 - $115,000 4 days ago Long Beach, CA $80,300 - $138,330 21 hours ago Long Beach, CA $80,300 - $138,330 21 hours ago We’re unlocking community knowledge in a new way. Experts add insights directly into each article, started with the help of AI. #J-18808-Ljbffr