FinOps Engineer

ControlUp creates an autonomous workplace where the day runs itself.

We’re a leader in DEX, unifying digital employee experience and IT operations into one powerful platform built for modern workplace management. By combining real-time monitoring, automation, and proactive remediation, ControlUp enables IT teams to prevent issues before they impact employees, reduce operational complexity, and streamline IT environments, without the clutter of multiple tools. With ControlUp, IT works smarter, employees stay productive, and the workday runs itself. One platform. One powerful shift in how work flows.

No tool sprawl. No wasted time. No interruptions. Just technology that runs smoothly, so people can get on with work that matters.

The Role

We are looking for a FinOps Engineer to join our innovative and fast-growing R&D team. In this role, you will take part in shaping and optimizing the way we manage our cloud infrastructure, with a strong focus on cost visibility, governance, and automation. You will be working closely with our VP Infrastructure, DevOps, R&D, and Finance teams to provide scalable, cost-effective, and sustainable cloud solutions.

How You’ll Spend Your Day

• Monitor, analyze, and optimize cloud costs across multiple environments (AWS, Azure)
• Collaborate with cloud vendor representatives to develop next-generation cloud cost optimization strategies that drive efficiency and reduce expenses
• Develop and implement tools and automation for tracking and controlling cloud expenses
• Build dashboards and reports to visualize usage and spend for technical and non-technical stakeholders
• Collaborate with Finance, DevOps, and Engineering teams to improve cost efficiency and drive FinOps best practices
• Research cloud pricing models, savings plans, and reserved instances to identify optimization opportunities
• Stay up to date with the latest FinOps methodologies, tools, and industry standards
  
  

• Solid understanding of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure) and their pricing models
• Experience with Kubernetes and operating systems (Linux/Windows)
• Hands-on experience with cost management and monitoring tools (e.g., CloudHealth, Anodot, cloud native)
• Scripting and automation skills (Python, Bash, or similar)
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a dynamic environment
• Excellent communication and collaboration skills
• Familiarity with infrastructure-as-code tools (Terraform, CloudFormation)