> Markdown version of [/jobs/ext/1327595-staff-cloud-finops-analyst-eng](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/jobs/ext/1327595-staff-cloud-finops-analyst-eng). Every page supports `.md` or `Accept: text/markdown`. Links point to the HTML versions so they work for humans too. Agent guide: [/agents.md](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/agents.md).

---

# Staff Cloud FinOps Analyst- Eng

- **Company:** UKG Inc.
- **Location:** Lowell, MA, United States
- **Experience:** Experienced
- **Salary:** $102,300.0 - $161,755.0
- **Contract:** Permanent contract
- **Skills:** Microsoft Excel, Amazon Web Services, Data Analysis, Microsoft Azure, Cloud Computing, Cloud Engineering, Oracle (Applications), SAP (Applications), Systems Integration, Multi-Cloud
- **Published:** July 18, 2026
- **Apply:** https://www.juju.com/job/00000000gh77wr

## About the Role

+ Experience:

 + 5+ years in FinOps or cloud financial management roles.

 + Minimum 2+ years hands-on experience with GCP (or similar - AWS, Azure) billing concepts.

 + Technical Skills:

 + Strong proficiency in Excel and enterprise financial systems (SAP, Oracle).

 + Familiarity with cloud-native cost tools and third-party FinOps platforms.

 + Core Competencies:

 + Budget governance and forecasting.

 + Cost allocation and tagging strategies.

 + Advanced data analysis and reporting.

 + Strong collaboration and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

 + FinOps Certified Practitioner or Professional.

 + Experience with multi-cloud environments.

 + Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Business, Finance, or related field (MBA preferred).

## Description

As a Staff Cloud FinOps Analyst- Eng, you will be a key driver of financial accountability and optimization within a defined Line of Business. This role combines deep expertise in public cloud cost governance, cost allocation, and data analysis with strong program execution to embed cost awareness into engineering decisions. You will lead complex FinOps initiatives, partner with engineering and finance stakeholders, and deliver actionable insights that improve cost efficiency and transparency., Governance & Strategic Leadership

 + Lead FinOps governance and rhythms of business within a Line of Business, including forecasting, budgeting, optimization tracking, and reporting.

 + Establish and maintain monthly forecasts and long-range plans for cloud cost and usage.

 + Act as the primary FinOps practitioner for a Strategic Line of Business, driving accountability and visibility.

 + Define and manage KPIs and metrics to track performance and outcomes.

Cost Awareness & Architecture Integration

 + Partner with engineering teams to embed cost awareness into design and architecture decisions.

 + Provide cost-to-serve insights to inform pricing strategies and capacity planning.

Optimization & Enablement

 + Identify, prioritize, and drive execution of cost optimization opportunities.

 + Support commitment strategies and partner with engineering on forecasting and budgets.

 + Drive tagging, allocations, and unit-cost visibility across services and teams.

 + Enable teams with dashboards, training, and anomaly detection practices.

Reporting & Tooling

 + Develop and maintain dashboards and reports for cloud cost, optimization progress, and risks.

 + Translate complex billing data into actionable insights for engineering and business stakeholders.


## Related Videos

- [The Open-source Java SDK for Multi-Cloud Development - Sandeep Pal](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/2113-the-open-source-java-sdk-for-multi-cloud-development-sandeep-pal)
- [Data Science in Retail](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/586-data-science-in-retail)
- [In-depth .NET Azure Functions: Isolated mode, performance and durable AI agents](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/100207-in-depth-net-azure-functions-isolated-mode-performance-and-durable-ai-agents)
- [Mastering AWS Cost Optimization: Real-world technical and operational cost-saving best practices](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/1408-mastering-aws-cost-optimization-real-world-technical-and-operational-cost-saving-best-practices)
- [Winning the Hybrid Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/432-winning-the-hybrid-cloud)
- [Leverage Cloud Computing Benefits with Serverless Multi-Cloud ML ](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/videos/78-leverage-cloud-computing-benefits-with-serverless-multi-cloud-ml)

## Related Articles

- [What Are The Top Skills Required For Azure Developers?](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/77-what-are-the-top-skills-required-for-azure-developers)
- [7 Cloud Computing Trends Coming in 2025 for Developers](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/412-7-cloud-computing-trends-coming-in-2025-for-developers)
- [Data Analyst Salary in the UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/278-data-analyst-salary-in-the-uk)
- [DevOps Engineer Salary [2023]](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/203-devops-engineer-salary-2023)
- [Data Engineer Salary UK](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/253-data-engineer-salary-uk)
- [Got AI ideas but no money? Here are 10 free ways to level up your AI skills with Google Cloud](https://www.wearedevelopers.com/magazine/600-got-ai-ideas-but-no-money-here-are-10-free-ways-to-level-up-your-ai-skills-with-google-cloud)