Functional Analyst Jobs in California
Functional Analyst jobs in California are among the most active in the country, concentrated in enterprise software, healthcare systems, and financial services, with openings at every level from junior to principal. The heaviest hiring clusters in the San Francisco Bay Area, Los Angeles, and San Diego, where employers like Salesforce, Kaiser Permanente, and Deloitte maintain large California operations. Business systems analysis, ERP configuration, and healthcare IT are the most in-demand specializations across the state. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Infor Certification is required — candidates must hold a current and valid Infor certification relevant to HCM, Payroll, or a related Infor product module
- Hands-on experience with Infor Payroll or Infor HCM
- Strong understanding of payroll processes
- Sharp attention to detail — particularly when validating numerical payroll outputs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Configure and maintain Infor application modules, business rules, workflows, and system settings in accordance with business requirements.
- Analyze payroll data, perform reconciliations, and investigate payroll discrepancies to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data integrity. Configure and support Infor Payroll, gather business requirements, and execute testing for system enhancements, upgrades, and process improvements.
- Collaborate with business users to understand operational needs and translate them into configuration and solution designs.
- Analyze system issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve application performance and user experience.
- Develop, execute, and document functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance test cases.
- Validate system configurations, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate defect resolution with technical teams and vendors.
- Support system upgrades, patches, and releases by performing impact analysis and end-to-end testing.
- Maintain test documentation, configuration records, and process documentation.
- Assist with data validation, user training, and post-implementation support activities.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with business objectives and operational requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize system performance and user experience.
Generic Managerial Skills:
- Required Skills and Experience
- Infor Certification is required — candidates must hold a current and valid Infor certification relevant to HCM, Payroll, or a related Infor product module
- Hands-on experience with Infor Payroll or Infor HCM
- Strong understanding of payroll processes
- Sharp attention to detail — particularly when validating numerical payroll outputs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Salary Range: $120,000-$130,000 a year
Location
Culver City, CA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Analyst
Job Id
417878
Desired Skills
Data Analytics
Salary Range
$120,000-$130,000 a year
Must Have Technical/Functional Skills
- Infor Certification is required — candidates must hold a current and valid Infor certification relevant to HCM, Payroll, or a related Infor product module
- Hands-on experience with Infor Payroll or Infor HCM
- Strong understanding of payroll processes
- Sharp attention to detail — particularly when validating numerical payroll outputs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Roles & Responsibilities
Key Responsibilities:
- Configure and maintain Infor application modules, business rules, workflows, and system settings in accordance with business requirements.
- Analyze payroll data, perform reconciliations, and investigate payroll discrepancies to ensure accuracy, compliance, and data integrity. Configure and support Infor Payroll, gather business requirements, and execute testing for system enhancements, upgrades, and process improvements.
- Collaborate with business users to understand operational needs and translate them into configuration and solution designs.
- Analyze system issues, identify root causes, and recommend corrective actions to improve application performance and user experience.
- Develop, execute, and document functional, integration, regression, and user acceptance test cases.
- Validate system configurations, troubleshoot issues, and coordinate defect resolution with technical teams and vendors.
- Support system upgrades, patches, and releases by performing impact analysis and end-to-end testing.
- Maintain test documentation, configuration records, and process documentation.
- Assist with data validation, user training, and post-implementation support activities.
- Work closely with cross-functional teams to ensure solutions align with business objectives and operational requirements.
- Participate in continuous improvement initiatives to optimize system performance and user experience.
Generic Managerial Skills:
- Required Skills and Experience
- Infor Certification is required — candidates must hold a current and valid Infor certification relevant to HCM, Payroll, or a related Infor product module
- Hands-on experience with Infor Payroll or Infor HCM
- Strong understanding of payroll processes
- Sharp attention to detail — particularly when validating numerical payroll outputs
- Strong written and verbal communication skills to work effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
Salary Range: $120,000-$130,000 a year
Location
Culver City, CA
Job Function
TECHNOLOGY
Role
Analyst
Job Id
417878
Desired Skills
Data Analytics
Salary Range
$120,000-$130,000 a year
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Find Functional Analyst JobsFunctional Analyst Jobs by City in California
Where California roles are concentrated, by current openings.
Functional Analyst Job Market in California
A snapshot from current California openings, updated as new roles post.
Who's Hiring
- Applied Medical2
- Onto Innovation2
- SONIC2
- Aaa Texas1
- Artech1
Top Industries Hiring
- Technology & Software10
- Electronics & Hardware5
- Biotechnology & Pharmaceuticals2
- Consulting & Professional Services2
- Media & Entertainment2
What California Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in functional analyst jobs across California.
- Bachelor's degree in information systems, business administration, or a related field
- Three or more years of experience gathering and documenting business requirements
- Proficiency with enterprise platforms such as SAP, Oracle, or Salesforce
- Ability to translate business needs into functional specifications for technical teams
- Experience facilitating stakeholder workshops and producing process flow diagrams
- Familiarity with Agile or Scrum delivery frameworks in a cross-functional environment
Functional Analyst Jobs in California: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a functional analyst in California?
Most functional analyst roles in California require a bachelor's degree in information systems, business administration, or a closely related field. California does not issue a state license for this role, so employers focus on demonstrated experience and certifications such as the Certified Business Analysis Professional (CBAP) from IIBA or platform credentials from Salesforce and SAP. Building experience in a business operations or systems support role is the most reliable entry path.
How much do functional analysts make in California?
Functional analysts in California earn a median of about $127,720 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $79,110 for the lowest 10% to over $181,770 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire functional analysts in California?
Employers hiring functional analysts in California right now include Applied Medical, Onto Innovation, and SONIC, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. California's concentration of enterprise technology headquarters, large healthcare networks, and financial services firms means consistent demand for analysts who can bridge business and IT teams.
Which California cities have the most functional analyst jobs?
Irvine, Milpitas, and Rancho Santa Margarita have the most functional analyst openings in California. The Bay Area leads because of its density of enterprise software companies and tech headquarters, while Los Angeles draws demand from media, healthcare, and finance, and San Diego's biotech and defense sectors generate steady openings for analysts supporting complex operational systems.
Are there remote functional analyst jobs in California?
Yes, and more than most fields. Functional analysis is largely desk-based work involving requirements gathering, documentation, and stakeholder calls, which translates well to remote delivery. About 20% of functional analyst openings tied to California are remote or hybrid as of June 2026, reflecting how normalized distributed work has become in California's technology and consulting sectors. Requirements gathering and documentation phases are the most commonly performed remotely.
How can I get hired as a functional analyst in California with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is moving laterally from a business operations, QA, or systems support role where you already document processes or work with enterprise tools. Large California employers like Kaiser Permanente and Deloitte run associate consultant and analyst development programs that accept candidates without dedicated functional analyst experience. Earning a platform certification in Salesforce or SAP, or completing the IIBA's ECBA entry certificate, gives early-career applicants a concrete credential that offsets a shorter resume.
Where can I find and apply to functional analyst jobs in California?
You can find and apply to functional analyst jobs in California on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings across the state. Search the listings, find roles that match your background and target location, and apply directly to the ones that fit.
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