Location: Kuwait at Abacus Consulting

Kuwait City, Capital Governorate, Kuwait -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

26 Sep, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

28 Jun, 26

Experience

5 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Cloud Cost Optimization, FinOps Strategy, Budgeting and Forecasting, Cloud Governance, Data Analysis, Financial Modeling, Stakeholder Engagement, Multi-cloud Management, AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform, Power BI, Arabic Fluency, English Fluency, Cross-functional Collaboration, Cloud Billing Models

Industry

IT Services and IT Consulting

Description

Location: Kuwait Experience Level: Senior (5+ Years) Languages Required: Fluent in Arabic and English (written and spoken) Role Overview: We are seeking an accomplished Senior FinOps Engineer to lead cloud financial management initiatives. This pivotal role involves strategizing and implementing cost optimization practices across multi-cloud environments, ensuring financial efficiency, and fostering a culture of cost-awareness within the organization. The ideal candidate will possess extensive experience in cloud cost management, demonstrate strong analytical capabilities, and excel in cross-functional collaboration. Fluency in both Arabic and English is essential to effectively communicate with diverse stakeholders. Key Responsibilities: Cloud Cost Optimization: Analyze and monitor cloud expenditures across platforms such as AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform (GCP). Identify opportunities for cost reduction without compromising performance or reliability, implementing strategies like right-sizing, reserved instances, and efficient resource utilization. FinOps Strategy Development: Develop and enforce FinOps best practices to enhance cost visibility, accountability, and efficiency. Collaborate with engineering, finance, and product teams to integrate financial considerations into cloud architecture and deployment decisions. Budgeting and Forecasting: Work closely with finance teams to create accurate cloud cost forecasts and budgets. Implement chargeback/showback mechanisms to allocate costs appropriately and promote responsible resource consumption. Reporting and Automation: Design and automate comprehensive reporting systems to provide real-time insights into cloud spending. Utilize tools such as Power BI, Excel, and cloud-native analytics platforms to inform stakeholders and drive data-driven decisions. Governance and Compliance: Establish and maintain governance policies for cloud usage, including tagging strategies, cost allocation models, and compliance with internal financial controls and external regulatory requirements. Stakeholder Engagement and Training: Act as a liaison between technical and non-technical teams, translating complex financial data into actionable insights. Conduct training sessions to promote a cost-conscious culture and ensure adherence to FinOps principles across the organization. Required Skills and Qualifications: Educational Background: Bachelors degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Finance, or a related field. Advanced degrees or relevant certifications are advantageous. Professional Experience: A minimum of 5 years of experience in cloud financial management, FinOps, or related roles, with a proven track record of optimizing cloud costs and implementing financial governance structures. Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of cloud services and billing models across AWS, Azure, and GCP. Experience with cloud cost management tools such as Cloudability, Apptio, CloudHealth, or AWS Cost Explorer. Analytical Skills: Strong capability in data analysis and financial modeling, with proficiency in tools like Excel, Google Sheets, and Power BI. Ability to interpret complex datasets and present findings clearly to stakeholders. Communication Skills: Excellent verbal and written communication skills in both Arabic and English, with the ability to convey technical concepts to non-technical audiences and influence decision-making processes. Collaboration and Leadership: Demonstrated experience in leading cross-functional teams, fostering collaboration between finance, engineering, and product departments to achieve financial efficiency goals. Problem-Solving Abilities: Proactive approach to identifying issues and implementing effective solutions, with a focus on continuous improvement and innovation in cloud financial management practices. Preferred Certifications: FinOps Certified Practitioner: Demonstrates expertise in cloud financial management and optimization strategies. AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner: Validates foundational understanding of AWS cloud services and their cost structures. Google Cloud Digital Leader: Indicates proficiency in articulating the capabilities of Google Cloud core products and services. Microsoft Azure Fundamentals (AZ-900): Confirms basic knowledge of Azure cloud services and pricing models.

Responsibilities

Lead cloud financial management initiatives by implementing cost optimization practices across multi-cloud environments. Develop FinOps strategies, manage budgeting and forecasting, and establish governance policies to ensure financial efficiency.