FinOps Engineer role focused on Azure cloud cost optimization. Requires strong Python skills for building ETL pipelines, automation, and data analysis to implement FinOps practices.
Responsibilities
The FinOps Engineer/Practitioner is a highly hands-on technical role responsible for implementing and operating cloud financial management (FinOps) practices with a strong focus on Microsoft Azure. This position requires strong, demonstrable coding skills, particularly in Python, to build ETL pipelines, automate FinOps processes, and analyze large-scale cloud cost and usage data. The FinOps Engineer works closely with engineering, finance, and product teams to drive cost optimization, increase financial transparency, and embed financial accountability into cloud operations. This role is not advisory-only; it requires the ability to design, code, automate, and maintain FinOps solutions in production environments.
Requirements
Required Qualifications Education Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Finance, Engineering, or a related field. FinOps Certified Practitioner and/or Microsoft Azure certifications are considered strong assets. Experience 2+ years of hands-on experience in cloud engineering, DevOps, or cloud financial management. Proven, practical experience working with Microsoft Azure in production environments. Demonstrated experience writing and maintaining Python code for real-world use cases. Required Skills (Must-Have) Strong hands-on Python development skills for ETL, automation, and data analysis. In-depth knowledge of Azure services, billing, and cost management. Experience implementing cloud cost optimization strategies (not just identifying them). Hands-on experience building dashboards and reports using Grafana. Familiarity with Azure DevOps for backlog management and workflow execution. Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail. Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
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