FinOps Cloud Engineer
Company: G-research
Location: Dallas
Posted on: May 6, 2024
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Job Description:
Do you want to tackle the biggest questions in finance with near
infinite compute power at your fingertips?G-Research is a leading
quantitative research and technology firm, with offices in London
and Dallas.We are proud to employ some of the best people in their
field and to nurture their talent in a dynamic, flexible and highly
stimulating culture where world-beating ideas are cultivated and
rewarded.This is a hybrid role based in our new Dallas
infrastructure hub where we work on the latest technologies in a
cutting-edge environment.The roleG-Researchs Infrastructure group
is looking for an AWS Cloud Engineer specialising in FinOps to join
its expanding global team in Dallas.As an AWS FinOps Engineer,
you'll work primarily on maximising the value and efficiency of our
cloud spend. You will help to define best practices to ensure
responsible cloud spend and help forecast future spend.You will be
part of an exciting and challenging work environment, working with
some of the best engineers in the industry. You will benefit from
investment in technology, training, conference attendance, career
development and cross-team growth opportunities.Key
responsibilities of the role include:Developing and implementing
cost optimization strategies to maximize efficiency and minimize
waste across AWS servicesMonitoring cloud usage and spending
patterns, identifying areas for optimization and cost-saving
opportunitiesCollaborating with engineering and operations teams to
align cloud resources with business objectives and performance
requirementsUtilizing AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Budgets, and other
cost management tools to analyse spending trends and forecast
future expendituresEstablishing and enforcing governance policies
and best practices to ensure responsible cloud spending and
resource utilizationWorking with finance teams to track and report
on cloud spending, providing dashboards for insights and
recommendations for budget management and forecastingIdentifying
opportunities for Reserved Instance purchases, Spot Instance
utilization, and other cost-saving mechanismsConducting regular
audits of AWS accounts to identify unused or underutilized
resources, recommending decommissioning or rightsizing as
necessaryStaying informed about AWS pricing updates, service
offerings, and cost management best practices to continuously
improve FinOps processesWho are we looking for?The ideal candidate
will have the following skills and experience:3+ years of
experience in financial analysis, cost management, or cloud
computing, with a focus on AWSAbility to code in PythonExperience
working with infrastructure as code tooling, such as
TerraformStrong proficiency in AWS cost management tools and
services, including AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Budgets, and AWS Cost
and Usage ReportsExcellent analytical skills with the ability to
interpret complex data and identify actionable insightsSolid
understanding of cloud computing principles, architectures, and
services offered by AWSExperience working in cross-functional teams
and collaborating with stakeholders across different
departmentsExcellent communication skills, with the ability to
present complex ideas and findings to technical and non-technical
audiencesProven ability to work independently, prioritize tasks and
manage multiple projects simultaneouslyAWS certification(s) such as
AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, AWS Certified Solutions Architect
or AWS Certified DevOps Engineer is highly desirableWhy should you
apply?Market-leading compensation plus annual discretionary
bonusInformal dress code and excellent work/life balanceExcellent
paid time off allowance of 25 daysSick days, military leave, and
family and medical leaveGenerous 401(k) plan16-weeks fully paid
parental leaveMedical and Prescription, Dental, and Vision
insuranceLife and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D)
insuranceEmployee Assistance and Wellness programsGenerous
relocation allowance and supportGreat selection of office snacks,
and hot and cold drinksOn-site gym and car parkingby Jobble
Keywords: G-research, The Colony , FinOps Cloud Engineer, Engineering , Dallas, Texas
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