Senior FinOps Engineer

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Requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Engineering, Computer Science, or a related field.
• Advanced degree or relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Solutions Architect, FinOps Certified Professional) are a plus.
• Minimum of 5-7 years of experience in cloud cost management, financial operations, or a related role within the software or technology industry.
• Proven track record of optimizing cloud costs and driving financial efficiency in a high-growth environment.
• Deep understanding of cloud computing, particularly AWS, and its cost structures.
• Strong analytical skills, with experience in financial modeling, forecasting, and budgeting.
• Proficiency in using cloud cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, CloudCheckr, CloudHealth).
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to collaborate across departments.
• Strong problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Experience with multi-cloud environments (e.g., Azure, Google Cloud Platform) is preferred.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and cloud infrastructure management is preferred.
• Prior experience in a senior or leadership role with responsibility for cloud cost optimization is preferred.

Responsibilities:

• Analyze and monitor cloud infrastructure costs, with a focus on AWS, identifying opportunities for cost savings and efficiency improvements.
• Implement best practices for cost management, including right-sizing, reserved instance planning, and leveraging cost-effective cloud services.
• Develop and execute strategies to reduce waste and optimize resource utilization without compromising service performance.
• Collaborate with the finance team to create accurate cloud cost forecasts and budgets, aligning them with overall business goals.
• Provide detailed cost reports, insights, and recommendations to senior management, highlighting key cost drivers and areas for improvement.
• Work with leadership to negotiate favorable terms with cloud service providers.
• Partner with DevOps and engineering teams to design and implement cost-effective cloud architectures.
• Evaluate new cloud services and tools to determine their cost implications and benefits to the organization.
• Lead initiatives to automate cost management processes, leveraging tools and technologies such as AWS Cost Explorer, CloudHealth, or similar.
• Act as the primary point of contact for cloud cost-related queries and issues.
• Educate and train internal teams on cost management practices and the financial impact of their decisions.
• Ensure that cost optimization efforts are communicated effectively across the organization, driving a culture of financial responsibility.
• Ensure compliance with company policies and cloud service agreements, minimizing financial risks.
• Develop and enforce governance policies related to cloud spending and resource management.