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.
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.
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 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.
Senior GTM Intelligence Analyst
$110K - $130K *
Drive strategic insights by analyzing cross-functional data to enhance decision-making. Collaborate with teams to build a trusted business intelligence framework, delivering actionable recommendations...
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Regional Director of Business Development
$125K - $150K *
Join a team that's driving strategic business development initiatives, leading a talented group to foster growth, build key relationships, and explore new market opportunities while ensuring alignment...
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PDS Operations Analyst (Construction)
$110K - $120K *
Drive sourcing strategies and supplier relationships, enhancing construction procurement efficiency while delivering actionable insights and fostering collaboration across operational teams...
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$66K - $106K *
Analyze and audit financial reports to identify risks and improve processes. Collaborate with team members to provide insights and updates on audit findings while applying intermediate knowledge in fi...
1 week ago
Data Analytics & Integration Developer
$96K - $114K *
Join us to integrate and optimize data solutions that enhance reporting and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform data into actionable insights, ensuring seamless data flow a...
Reposted 2 days ago
$70K - $100K *
Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing financial operations through meticulous month-end close processes, reconciliations, and compliance. Collaborate cross-functionally to drive efficiency and acc...
1 week ago
Senior Regulatory Medical Writer, Client-embedded, FSP
$110K - $130K *
Innovate as a Senior Medical Writer, delivering high-quality regulatory documents while collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and operational excellence in a remote setting...
2 weeks ago
Field Service Engineer III (Analytical Instrumentation) Calgary Remote
$80K - $95K *
Deliver advanced technical service and support for analytical instrumentation, specializing in Chromatography and Trace Elemental technologies. Build trusted customer relationships while ensuring opti...
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$120K - $140K *
Champion the design and implementation of tailored ServiceNow solutions, focusing on optimizing Financial Services Operations through collaboration with stakeholders and integrating best practices for...
Reposted 4 weeks ago
Software Engineer - ML Ops (R37)
$140K - $270K *
Unlock your potential by managing ML systems at scale, ensuring uptime and observability. Collaborate on deploying and scaling models, while enhancing platform reliability through advanced engineering...
2 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Manage client relationships and drive revenue growth through strategic account planning, contract renewals, and performance analysis. Collaborate with teams to ensure client satisfaction and successfu...
Reposted 2 days ago
$120K - $155K *
Optimize cloud infrastructure and enhance automation while ensuring production reliability. Collaborate with teams to modernize deployment practices and improve system functionality in a fully remote...
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Account Executive - Enterprise SaaS | Workday, SAP & Coupa
$125K - $150K *
Join a dynamic team to drive enterprise sales within the Workday, SAP, or Coupa ecosystems. Leverage your relationships and expertise to navigate complex sales cycles, engage C-suite executives, and a...
1 week ago
$112K - $150K *
Shape the future of communication technology by providing expert technical support and training to diverse clients. Collaborate with sales and engineering teams to deliver innovative solutions while m...
1 week ago
$79K - $142K *
Elevate data-driven decision-making by transforming HR data into strategic insights. Leverage analytical skills and tools to enhance workforce performance and support HR initiatives, ensuring data acc...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
FSP Associate Manager Clinical Operations
$95K - $115K *
Drive operational excellence by leading clinical teams, ensuring effective training, resource allocation, and performance management. Collaborate with senior management to enhance project delivery and...
Reposted 4 days ago
Renewal Risk Engineer - Management Liability
$120K - $160K *
The Renewal Risk Engineer will be responsible for underwriting and managing a renewal book of Management Liability and Professional Liability business. This role involves evaluating risk exposures, pr...
Reposted 1 week ago
$152K - $202K *
Drive patient access by leveraging your expertise in reimbursement and market access. Collaborate with healthcare providers to navigate complex payer landscapes, ensuring timely access to therapies wh...
3 weeks ago
Senior Principal Structural Engineer - Data Center Infrastructure (FE)
$156K - $281K *
Join a team that's redefining structural engineering for data centers. As a Senior Principal Structural Engineer, you'll ensure the integrity of innovative designs, collaborating across disciplines to...
4 days ago
$130K - $135K *
Drive project success by managing all phases from initiation to completion, ensuring timely delivery and budget adherence. Lead cross-functional teams, maintain client communication, and uphold qualit...
3 weeks ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a team that's dedicated to excellence in tax compliance and planning. Leverage your expertise to manage complex tax matters while collaborating with various departments. Contribute to process imp...
4 weeks ago
$150K - $200K *
Transform enterprise sales by leading AI-driven solutions for global FS/Banking brands. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive client success and evolve operations, ensuring measurable outco...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $124K *
Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of CI/CD pipelines, enhancing software delivery and operational stability for enterprise applications while collaborating with cross-functiona...
5 days ago
Senior Internal Sales Analyst, Global Wealth
$125K *
Unlock potential by driving investment product sales through strategic relationships with Financial Advisors. Collaborate with Client Relationship Managers to achieve regional sales goals while mentor...
3 days ago
$108K - $130K *
Elevate business processes by analyzing, designing, and implementing ERP solutions. Lead complex integrations and data migrations while ensuring compliance and optimizing performance for enhanced user...
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What is a Functional Analyst?
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?
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?
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?
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?
Use Ladders to explore vetted professional job listings, review role requirements, and identify Functional Analyst opportunities with compensation of $100,000 or more.