Cloud Optimization (FinOps) Analyst

We are seeking a Cloud FinOps Analyst to join our rapidly growing organization. As a Cloud FinOps Analyst, you will play a critical role in optimizing our cloud expenditures, ensuring efficient usage of cloud resources, and driving financial accountability within our technology teams.Youtap is empowering businesses globally with innovative digital banking, wallet, and loyalty solutions that transform customer engagement and drive sustainable finance.

Responsibilities:

• Monitor and analyze cloud usage and costs, providing regular reports and recommendations to stakeholders and senior management
• Work closely with the technology and finance teams to understand budget forecasts, actual spend, and future cloud resource requirements
• Develop and implement processes for cloud cost allocation to various business units and projects
• Provide insights and recommendations to optimize cloud spending and utilization
• Stay updated with the latest in cloud services, pricing models, and best practices for cloud cost management
• Collaborate with technical teams to optimize cloud resources and enforce cost-efficient usage
• Assist in the negotiation of cloud service contracts and agreements
• Drive the implementation of cost-saving measures in the organization’s cloud operations

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field
• Proven experience in a similar role, within a cloud-based technology environment
• You must have an in-depth understanding of cloud platforms, such as AWS, MS Azure, or Google Cloud, and their respective billing and cost management tools
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills
• Strong communication skills to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders including management and Youtap customers
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks simultaneously
• Familiarity with cloud optimization tools and software is a plus

Benefits

• Competitive salary and benefits