Apple

Cloud Infrastructure Financial and Strategic Lead

Apple$130K — $180K *
Finance & Insurance
5 - 7 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 7+ years of Finance or Business experience in fast-paced environments, especially in FP&A or Corporate Finance
  • Proficient in advanced financial modeling tools and scripting languages such as SQL, Python, and Excel
  • Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or equivalent quantitative discipline
  • Hands-on cost management experience in large-scale multi-cloud environments
  • Strong understanding of cloud pricing, cost structures, and billing models
  • Proven ability to establish cloud cost governance across various organizational segments
  • Excellent relationship building and communication skills

Responsibilities

  • Partner with infrastructure teams to develop and manage internal cost metrics
  • Lead day-to-day operations as the financial domain expert for third-party cloud infrastructure
  • Create comparative cost-and-capability models across AWS, GCP, and Alibaba Cloud
  • Collaborate with engineering teams to improve efficiency through process improvements and automation
  • Manage relationships with cloud vendors to optimize costs and enhance reporting accuracy
  • Influence infrastructure investment decisions with data-driven insights
  • Align with various stakeholders on cost, capacity, and commercial strategies

Benefits

  • Collaborative team environment with cross-functional partnerships
  • Opportunities for process innovation and automation
  • Professional development through industry engagement and tools
  • Potential for travel to key company facilities or cloud provider engagements
Full Job Description
We are searching for a Senior Cloud Infrastructure Financial Analyst to join the Infrastructure Finance team. You will partner with our infrastructure teams to establish and manage internal cost metrics and develop comparative models across AWS, GCP, and Alibaba Cloud. This role demands a strong analytical mindset paired with deep cross-functional partnership across the organization. The ideal candidate is highly motivated, well-versed in multi-cloud environments, driven, and team-oriented. You will be the financial domain expert for Apple's third-party cloud (3PC) infrastructure, leading day-to-day operations while partnering across Procurement, Engineering, Corporate Accounting, and other stakeholders to align on cost, capacity, and commercial strategy . Bring that expertise to the table when building comparative cost-and-capability models across cloud providers that inform sourcing decisions and influence infrastructure investment. Partner with engineering teams to drive efficiency through process improvement, automation, and new tooling. Own the cloud vendor relationship, pushing for better cost, usage, and commitment data that improves the accuracy of cost reporting and invoicing. 7+ years of Finance or Business experience in a fast-paced environment; FP&A, Corporate Finance, or Engineering Technical proficiency with advanced financial modeling tools and scripting languages (SQL, Python, Excel) Bachelor's degree in Finance, Economics, Computer Science, or another quantitative field Technical or business background in cloud technologies, with hands-on cloud cost management experience in a large scale enterprise multi-cloud environment Ability to travel 10% Strong understanding of cloud pricing, cost structures, and billing models Experience owning a multi-cloud cost management strategy , cost allocation, forecasting, budgeting, spend tracking, and variance analysis Experience establishing cloud cost governance across subscriptions/accounts/projects, resource groups, environments, products, teams, and customer segments Strong relationship building, business judgment, and process management Strong presentation and communication skills

About Apple

Apple is a corporation that designs, manufactures, and markets mobile communication and media devices, personal computers, portable digital music players, and sells a variety of related software, services, peripherals, networking solutions, and third-party digital content and applications. Apple provides many products and services, including iPhone; iPad; iPod; Mac; Apple TV; a portfolio of consumer and professional software applications; the iOS and OS X operating systems; iCloud; and accessories, service, and support offerings. It sells its products worldwide through its retail stores, online stores, direct sales force and third-party cellular network carriers, wholesalers, retailers, and value-added resellers to the consumer and also sells third-party iPhone, iPad, Mac and iPod compatible products, including application software and accessories through its online and retail stores. Introduced in 1984, the Macintosh was the first widely sold personal computer with a graphical user interface (GUI). That feature and others such as an improved floppy drive design and a low-cost hard drive that made data retrieval faster helped Apple cultivate a reputation for innovation. Apple was named as the most admired company in the United States in 2008 and in the world from 2008 to 2012 by the Fortune magazine. The company was founded by Steven Paul Jobs, Steve Wozniak, and Ronald Gerald Wayne on April 1, 1976, and is headquartered in Cupertino, California.

Apple Careers

Join Apple, a place where extraordinary people gather to do their best work. Our ever-expanding global team is at the forefront of innovation and leadership in the tech industry. At Apple, we're not just building products—we're crafting the kind of wonder that revolutionizes entire industries. It's the diversity of our people and their ideas that inspires the innovation that runs through everything we do, from amazing technology to industry-leading environmental efforts. Work You’ll Do Embark on a journey with Apple’s market-leading team to help some of the world’s most influential companies navigate their path to digital mastery with cutting-edge technology and services. Transform industries and touch lives with your unique ideas at Apple. Here, you’ll lead through a unique position at the intersection of technology, creativity, and robust industry expertise. Collaborate with a global team of professionals who are at the top of their game in technology and design. Apple isn’t just a company, it’s a community of innovators and passionate thinkers. Introducing the Apple Innovation and Leadership Initiative We are building a market-leading team to drive our efforts in delivering groundbreaking solutions and services. At Apple, job opportunities are abundant, offering you the chance to explore diverse roles from engineering to marketing, all designed to empower your career growth. Do Innovative Work Join the largest group of creative and technical experts in the world—professionals dedicated to redefining what’s possible through technology and innovation. Deliver targeted solutions through a depth and breadth of expertise that’s unmatched, driving forward our commitment to excellence and leadership in every project we undertake. Be Part of a Great Team Engage in a wide range of projects utilizing Apple’s technology and resources. Harness the unparalleled capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development that only Apple can offer. Future-Proof Your Career Advance your career with limitless opportunities at Apple. Go as far as your ambition takes you with unmatched training, development, and certification support. Explore Discover how Apple is leading the way in tech innovation: [With iOS] Businesses can streamline operations and enhance customer interactions... READ MORE Smart home technology integration that sets the standard for convenience and security... READ MORE The Apple Experience Our combined service capabilities, global scale, and joint solution development help clients overcome challenges and lead transformation in their industries. Clients worldwide look to Apple for new strategies and solutions that drive growth and innovation in the digital era. Stay Connected Join Our Team Search open positions that match your skills and interests. We look for passionate, curious, creative, and solution-driven team players. Whether you’re seeking a professional role, an internship, or a leadership position, Apple offers a variety of employment opportunities. SEARCH APPLE JOBS Keep Up to Date Stay ahead with career tips, insider perspectives, and industry-leading insights you can put to use today—all from the people who work here. READ CAREERS BLOG Job Alert Emails Personalize your subscription to receive job alerts, latest news, and insider tips tailored to your preferences. See what exciting and rewarding opportunities await at Apple, a company committed to diversity, innovation, and leadership. Explore job opportunities, employment benefits, and the culture of growth and innovation at Apple. Prepare your resume, hone your interview skills, and ready yourself for a career at one of the most prestigious companies in the world. Join us in pushing the boundaries of what is possible.
Learn more about Apple
Size
154,000 employees
Market Cap
$2,074.3 billion
Industry
Net Income
$63.9 billion
Founded
1976
5 Year Trend
+11.5%
Revenue
$294.1 billion
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