Functional Analyst Jobs

Functional Analysts help organizations turn business goals into effective systems, processes, and technology solutions. They connect business stakeholders with technical teams by clarifying needs, documenting requirements, and assessing how applications and workflows can better support day-to-day operations. Explore vetted Functional Analyst opportunities on Ladders, including roles paying $100,000 or more.

What Does a Functional Analyst Do?

Responsibilities vary by industry and employer, but Functional Analysts commonly gather and analyze business requirements, map existing processes, identify gaps, and recommend improvements. They may write functional specifications, support system configuration, coordinate user acceptance testing, investigate issues, and help teams prepare for new tools or process changes.

Skills and Qualifications

Employers often seek strong analytical, communication, and problem-solving skills, along with experience translating stakeholder needs into clear documentation. Familiarity with business process modeling, enterprise applications, data analysis, and project delivery methods can be valuable. Some positions require expertise in a particular platform, industry, or functional area, such as finance, human resources, supply chain, or customer operations.

Functional Analyst Career Opportunities

Functional Analysts work across technology, consulting, financial services, healthcare, manufacturing, and other sectors. Depending on experience and focus, career paths may lead to senior or lead analyst roles, product ownership, business analysis, solution consulting, or management. Browse Ladders to discover vetted Functional Analyst jobs and find opportunities aligned with your expertise and career goals.

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$80K - $95K *

Unlock potential by bridging engineering and user needs through exceptional technical documentation. This role requires translating complex information into clear, actionable content for training mate...

New Jersey, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$80K - $125K *

Drive success by managing the full subcontract lifecycle, ensuring compliance and collaboration with project teams to support federal, state, and local contracts in a dynamic environment...

Arlington, VARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $270K *

Unlock your potential as a Research Scientist, driving AI innovations in healthcare. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop and implement cutting-edge machine learning models that enhance...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Transform your career by driving innovative cloud engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance software development practices, troubleshoot issues, and improve system perf...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$127K - $172K *

Unlock your potential by designing and optimizing Power BI reporting solutions that transform complex identity datasets into actionable insights, enhancing enterprise decision-making and compliance re...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $145K *

Engage with clients to deliver financial insights, manage accounting teams, and drive process improvements. Collaborate on budgeting and technology integration while ensuring compliance in healthcare...

Naperville, ILRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$150K - $350K *

Build advanced inference systems to enhance RL research, optimizing throughput and enabling scalable model updates. Collaborate with researchers to balance efficiency and quality in cutting-edge AI ar...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$155K - $165K *

Drive success at leading Oracle Fusion Cloud projects, bridging technical expertise and financial acumen to deliver top-tier support and enhancements across Financial and Supply Chain modules with eff...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$87K - $107K *

Engage with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful spend analytics and supplier performance insights, driving strategic procurement initiatives and enhancing operational efficiency within a globa...

Virginia, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$132K - $157K *

Join a team that's dedicated to ensuring compliance and transparency in financial reporting. As a Senior Data Analyst, you'll collaborate across departments to organize data, draw insights, and suppor...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $173K *

Lead the charge in developing and implementing advanced risk segmentation strategies, leveraging statistical methodologies and machine learning to optimize financial returns and enhance model performa...

Southfield, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$101K - $206K *

Join a team that's redefining AI product development by leading high-performing engineering teams. Drive innovation and collaboration across functions to deliver scalable AI solutions, while fostering...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Drive client success by serving as the primary technical liaison for strategic partners, ensuring seamless data integrations and ongoing support while collaborating with cross-functional teams to solv...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$100K - $125K *

Drive business growth by leveraging industry expertise and relationships to acquire new clients in the manufacturing sector. Collaborate with teams to develop strategic sales plans and enhance client...

RemoteRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $205K *

Join a team that's transforming payroll solutions by leading Workday Payroll implementations, optimizing processes, and mentoring junior consultants to enhance client efficiency and satisfaction...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $100K *

Lead the charge in delivering complex technical implementations for healthcare IT solutions. Collaborate cross-functionally to design workflows, configure systems, and guide clients through go-lives...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $105K *

Support complex, high-value customer renewals while leading strategic negotiations. Engage at C-suite level to build relationships, drive consensus, and mentor team members towards continual improveme...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $115K *

Unlock your potential as a key player in cybersecurity operations, focusing on vulnerability management and incident response. Collaborate with IT teams to enhance security posture and ensure complian...

Lacey, WARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$110K - $130K *

Grow your career by optimizing clinical applications, enhancing radiology workflows, and collaborating with healthcare teams nationwide to ensure seamless operations and technical support across syste...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$116K - $155K *

Transform the future of healthcare IT by designing scalable, secure database architectures that enhance medical imaging solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-performance systems that supp...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by leading analytics initiatives, transforming data into actionable insights, and mentoring junior analysts. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance reporting solutions and drive ope...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Support client success by optimizing cloud monitoring and system performance. You will proactively oversee infrastructure reliability, leveraging Dynatrace and automation to enhance operational excell...

CanadaRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $250K *

Accelerate progress at the forefront of AI technology by building and operating a secure, production-grade platform. Collaborate with business teams to transform AI capabilities into measurable value...

RemoteRemote

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$80K - $90K *

Transform business needs into actionable requirements by bridging technical solutions and operational workflows. Collaborate across teams to enhance product creation technology systems, ensuring seaml...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$86K - $116K *

Champion data-driven emergency response initiatives by leading analytics, ensuring quality assurance, and collaborating with global teams to enhance decision-making and program effectiveness in infect...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What is a Functional Analyst?question toggle

    A Functional Analyst evaluates business needs and helps translate them into system requirements, process improvements, and practical technology solutions. The role often bridges business stakeholders and technical teams.

  • What does a Functional Analyst do day to day?question toggle

    Day-to-day work may include interviewing stakeholders, documenting requirements, mapping workflows, assessing system functionality, coordinating testing, and helping resolve functional issues.

  • What skills are important for Functional Analyst jobs?question toggle

    Commonly valued skills include requirements analysis, process mapping, clear written and verbal communication, critical thinking, documentation, and familiarity with relevant business systems or platforms.

  • Where do Functional Analysts work?question toggle

    Functional Analysts work in many industries, including technology, consulting, finance, healthcare, manufacturing, and retail. Their work may focus on a specific department, business process, or enterprise platform.

  • How can I find Functional Analyst jobs paying $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings, review role requirements, and identify Functional Analyst opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.