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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$90K *

Empower public safety by driving new business in private EMS. As an Account Executive, you'll build relationships, manage sales cycles, and collaborate with teams to enhance community engagement throu...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Elevate operational efficiency by guiding Field Engineering teams across locations, resolving complex issues, and ensuring seamless support for hardware and software upgrades while managing resources...

RemoteRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Lead the charge in providing strategic direction and support across multiple locations, ensuring effective problem resolution and resource allocation while enhancing client and team collaboration...

California, USRemote

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $232K *

Drive innovation and excellence in electrical engineering projects, ensuring compliance and efficiency. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize data center infrastructure and mentor junior...

United StatesRemote

Today

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $125K *

Shape the future of pharmaceutical account management by cultivating strategic relationships, driving retention, and identifying growth opportunities. Collaborate cross-functionally to deliver excepti...

Spartanburg, SCRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in developing global compensation strategies that attract talent, ensuring compliance and alignment with business goals while managing a team of compensation professionals across regio...

Pittsburgh, PARemote

Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$88K - $154K *

Optimize document management processes for a large-scale industrial project, ensuring accurate, secure, and accessible records throughout all project phases. Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams t...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$118K - $177K *

Shape the future of geospatial solutions by providing expert technical guidance and support to clients and teams. Drive project success through operational excellence, client relations, and innovative...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$56K - $114K *

Drive the development and support of applications and systems, ensuring quality and performance through coding, testing, and troubleshooting. Collaborate with teams to enhance software solutions and m...

Lansing, MIRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$99K - $156K *

Optimize the ServiceNow platform by designing and implementing solutions that enhance service management practices, integrating with CI/CD tools, and driving continuous improvement across business pro...

Florida, USRemote

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$110K - $130K *

Empower semiconductor innovation by providing technical expertise and solutions that enhance product development and integration, ensuring customer success through collaborative application developmen...

RemoteRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $120K *

Take ownership of end-to-end proposal management for complex RFPs and bids. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to craft compelling submissions, ensuring compliance and competitiveness in the ente...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$85K - $100K *

Elevate quality assurance in clinical audits by applying expert judgment and mentoring auditors. Ensure accuracy in DRG coding through comprehensive reviews and trend analysis, while fostering a colla...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$100K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and implement secure, scalable network solutions. Leverage your expertise in networking technologies to enhance performance and reliability while collaborating with cross-fun...

Chicago, ILRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Lead the architectural direction of order-to-cash solutions across multiple customer engagements, ensuring effective design, integration, and adoption of SAP systems while leveraging AI tools for enha...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Develop and enhance software solutions, collaborating with senior developers to ensure alignment with industry standards and methodologies. Engage in all phases of the development process while workin...

Warren, MIRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$125K - $150K *

Elevate your career by leading project finance for large-scale federal jobs. Oversee job-cost integrity, forecasts, and compliance while collaborating with operations to mitigate risks and ensure fina...

Orlando, FLRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$95K - $115K *

Empower our finance team by overseeing accounting operations, ensuring compliance, and enhancing financial reporting. Lead month-end close activities and mentor team members in a dynamic, multi-entity...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $140K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance clinical database design, driving efficiency and innovation in data management. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance and quality in clinical tria...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$125K - $150K *

Tackle complex technical programs by leading cross-functional teams, driving execution from strategy to launch, and ensuring alignment across global engineering and product leaders for impactful outco...

San Diego, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to optimizing procurement processes and delivering effective SAP solutions. Collaborate with clients and cross-functional teams to enhance materials management and drive e...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$82K - $172K *

Transform your career by leading the integration of Oracle EBS and Cloud EPM. Spearhead data flow management and architectural redesign while collaborating with technical teams to enhance financial sy...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's transforming local government operations through innovative SaaS implementations. Lead complex projects, collaborate with clients, and drive measurable outcomes while enhancing your...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Pioneer innovative finance systems to enhance automation and reporting. Lead the integration of AI and controls in a fast-growing mental health company, collaborating across teams to ensure scalable f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$116K - $157K *

Grow your career with our FP&A Systems team, designing innovative EPM solutions and enhancing financial planning processes. Collaborate with various stakeholders to optimize efficiency and ensure data...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

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.