Functional Analyst
Hiring Process
Time to Answer
2 open days
Process
1 Phone Call
1 Onsite Interview
Days to get an Offer
4 Days after Interview
Overview
We are seeking an experienced Functional Analyst with at least 10 years of experience in business and functional analysis, preferably within the public transport industry. The ideal candidate will facilitate workshops and requirement elicitation sessions with stakeholders to gather, structure, and prioritise requirements, analyse and streamline business processes, and translate business needs into actionable technical specifications. The Functional Analyst will create clear and concise documentation for requirements, processes, and system interactions, define acceptance criteria, document API specifications using Swagger, and develop sequence diagrams to validate system interactions. They will work closely with architects, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure technical solutions align with organisational goals and collaborate effectively in multicultural, multi-language team environments.
Job Responsibilities
- Facilitate workshops and requirement elicitation sessions with stakeholders to gather, structure, and prioritise requirements.
- Analyse and streamline business processes to enhance efficiency and effectiveness.
- Translate business needs into actionable technical specifications.
- Create clear and concise documentation for requirements, processes, and system interactions.
- Define acceptance criteria that are understandable to business stakeholders and provide a foundation for creating test cases.
- Document and define API specifications using Swagger to ensure functional requirements are met and system integrations are seamless.
- Create and review sequence diagrams to validate and illustrate system interactions, ensuring smooth integration between components.
- Work closely with architects, developers, and business stakeholders to ensure technical solutions align with organisational goals.
- Collaborate effectively in a multicultural and multi-language team environment.
- Write and understand SQL queries to analyse and validate data.
- Collaborate with the Test Coordinator and Release Train Engineer (RTE) to evaluate implemented solutions, confirm their alignment with initial requirements and business objectives, and support quality assurance processes, including defining test cases and participating in testing sessions.
- Ensure comprehensive quality and scope coverage throughout the software development lifecycle.
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Contribute to implementing a lean delivery process and identify opportunities for continuous improvement.
Must Have Skills
- At least 10 years of experience as a Functional or Business Analyst.
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Business Science, or equivalent experience.
- Experience designing and implementing RESTful services and API integration within .NET environments.
- Familiarity with test-driven development (TDD), automated testing frameworks (e.g., Selenium, NUnit), and QA processes to ensure high-quality deliverables.
- Ability to gather, document, and communicate business requirements clearly to both technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Proficient in using Jira and Confluence for requirements, documentation, and project tracking.
- Experience with business process modeling to define workflows, user interactions, and system behavior.
- Basic knowledge of frontend concepts and user experience design to ensure seamless integration with .NET frontend solutions.
- Advanced technical expertise, including familiarity with cloud technologies, Cosmos DB, SQL, JSON, API definition, data structure modeling, and basic programming.
- Experience managing software releases, handling version control, and ensuring smooth deployment processes.
- Knowledge of Agile frameworks, such as SAFe or Scrum, and experience applying these methodologies in project teams.
- Proven experience in managing stakeholders, confidently negotiating and managing scope, and resolving conflicts to meet project objectives using acceptance criteria, MoSCoW prioritisation, and stakeholder matrices.
- Skilled in facilitating alignment between developers, business users, testers, and solution designers.
- Experience supporting testing activities, overseeing UAT, and managing resulting change requests.
- Formal training in functional analysis.
- Experience in the public transport industry.
- Fluency in English and fluent in either French (C2) or Dutch (C2), with proficiency in the other language.
Nice to have
- Self-starter with a proactive attitude who drives projects forward with energy.
- Team player with open, respectful communication that fosters trust and inclusivity.
- Comfortable with ambiguity and iterative feedback, thriving in fast-paced environments.
- Able to challenge requirements constructively and propose practical, balanced solutions.
- Persistent and creative in finding practical solutions to complex challenges.
- Clearly conveys complex information, ensuring alignment among stakeholders.
- Eager to learn, improve skills, and stay updated on industry trends.
- Embodies organisational values of transparency, innovation, and accountability.
What's great in the job?
- Great team of smart people, in a friendly and open culture
- Expand your knowledge of various business industries
- Create content that will help our users on a daily basis
- Real responsibilities and challenges in a fast evolving company
Work at yechte
We are an independent digital consultancy with ambitious goals and a global presence. We support a diverse range of companies, building digital teams and delivering innovative digital solutions. Our multicultural and diverse workforce, comprised of ‘Global Citizens’, reflects this inclusivity.
We care about work-life balance and meeting the expectation of a growing team, investing in people because they are our greatest asset. Our consistent growth is a testament to this commitment.
Come work at yechte, a company on the rise, offering excellent benefits, opportunities for personal development, and the chance to learn from accomplished leaders. We are always looking for exceptional professionals to join our team.
What We Offer
Each employee has a chance to see the impact of his work. You work on real digital projects and make tangible contributions to the company. We want to provide to each individual personal, professional and social growth.
Attractive Benefits
We care about your comfort. At yechte we offer cost-effective and eco-friendly mobility plans, food allowances, and comprehensive healthcare support, enhancing employee satisfaction.
Personal Development
We care about your growth. At yechte we offer to boost your personal growth through tailored IT trainings and certifications, fostering a culture of agility and tech-driven expertise.
Flexibility
We care about your wellbeing. At yechte we offer flexi-hours and hybrid home/office work arrangements, enhancing employee work-life balance and productivity.
