FinOps Engineer Lead

At Similarweb, we are revolutionizing the way businesses interact with the digital world by revealing to them everything that happens online. 

Our unique data and solutions empower over 4,300 customers globally, including industry giants like Google, eBay, and Adidas, to make game-changing decisions that drive their digital strategies.

In 2021, we went public on the New York Stock Exchange, and we continue to reach new heights! Come work alongside Similarwebbers across the globe who are bright, curious, practical and good people.

We are looking for a FinOps Engineer that will be part of the R&D Foundations Group.
As part of your role, you’ll lead cost monitoring and analysis, identify and drive potential cost savings and forecast future infrastructure cost needs in our growing R&D department.

You will work closely with our Engineering and Finance teams to ensure we maintain our cloud cost spending and environment stability through data analysis, consulting, visualization, and creative problem-solving.

Ultimately, you should be able to manage all aspects of AWS cost and other SAAS tools across R&D operations to the extent that we can optimize costs and improve budget planning.. 

You will work closely with the CFO and VP of R&D to ensure cost efficiency, budget adherence, and financial transparency across our cloud services

Responsibilities

• Analyze, monitor, and report on cloud usage and trends, identifying cost-saving opportunities, improving efficiency, and leading the development and maturity of FinOps principles in-house.
• Collaborate with engineering and operations teams to develop and implement cloud cost optimization strategies, ensuring alignment between technical activities and financial objectives.
• Create financial models to calculate TCO of new projects.
• Implement and maintain financial governance and controls across cloud platforms, utilizing automation for cost trend optimization, anomaly detection, and accurate forecasting.
• Work closely with procurement and cloud vendors to manage contract costs, ensuring effective negotiation and alignment with organizational financial goals.
• Educate and train teams on FinOps best practices, promoting financial accountability and fostering collaboration across departments.

Requirements

• Minimum 3 years as a FinOps/DevOps Engineer or in an equivalent role.
• Strong understanding of cloud platforms (AWS essential, Azure/GCP advantage) 
• Experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Quicksight, Tableau, Sisense).
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Proficiency in Python and SQL.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and leadership skills, with experience in leading solutions end to end and encourage management and cross-departmental collaboration.

Advantage

• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field. Advanced degree or relevant certifications is an advantage
• Familiarity with SAAS Procurement Process and Negotiations
• Hands-on experience with Kubernetes and CI/CD Development tools. 
• Knowledge of Multi Cloud Deployment and cloud financial management
• Knowledge of large scale Big Data systems, databases and other SAAS tools and understand the principal cost factors.
• Cloud Solution Architect Certification / Databricks Certified Data Engineer Associate

Why you’ll love being a Similarwebber:

You’ll actually love the product you work with: Our customers aren’t our only raving fans. When we asked our employees why they chose to come work at Similarweb, 99% of them said “the product.” Imagine how exciting your job is when you get to work with the most powerful digital intelligence platform in the world.

You’ll find a home for your big ideas:  We encourage an open dialogue and empower employees to bring their ideas to the table. You’ll find the resources you need to take initiative and create meaningful change within the organization. 

We offer competitive perks & benefits: We take your well-being seriously, and offer competitive compensation packages to all employees. We also put a strong emphasis on community, with regular team outings and happy hours.

You can grow your career in any direction you choose: Interested in becoming a VP or want to transition into a different department? Whether it’s Career Week, personalized coaching, or our ongoing learning solutions, you’ll find all the tools and opportunities you need to develop your career right here.

Diversity isn’t just a buzzword: People want to work in a place where they can be themselves. We strive to create a workplace that is reflective of the communities we serve, where everyone is empowered to bring their full, authentic selves to work. We are committed to inclusivity across race, gender, ethnicity, culture, sexual orientation, age, religion, spirituality, identity and experience. Our culture of equality and mutual respect also helps us better understand and serve our customers in a world that is becoming more global, more diverse, and more digital every day.

*All Similarweb offices work in a hybrid model, so you can enjoy the flexibility of working from home with the benefits of building face to face connections with fellow Similarwebbers.*