Senior FinOps Engineer

FanDuel

$126K — $158K *
Finance & Insurance
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • 3+ years of experience in FinOps at large cloud-based organizations
  • Strong expertise in AWS and DataDog for cloud financial management
  • Familiarity with Infrastructure as Code tools, especially Terraform
  • Excellent analytical skills for financial reporting and cost modeling
  • Solid understanding of AWS service impacts on cost structures
  • Effective communicator, capable of simplifying complex concepts
  • Collaborative team player with influence across departments
  • Experience with cloud cost management tools like Datadog and AWS Cost Explorer
  • Proactive in identifying inefficiencies and proposing solutions

Responsibilities

  • Lead cloud financial management initiatives, focusing on optimization and forecasting
  • Analyze usage patterns to find insights and cost-saving opportunities
  • Manage cloud cost management tools and establish best practices
  • Collaborate to integrate FinOps principles with business strategies
  • Create cloud usage policies that balance performance, cost, and security
  • Translate financial data into actionable insights for stakeholders
  • Stay updated on AWS and DataDog pricing and cost trends
  • Mentor team members regarding cloud financial best practices

Benefits

  • Diverse health plans, including options for fertility, mental health, and fitness support
  • Generous paid time off (PTO) and sick leave days
  • 401k plan with up to a 5% match
  • Commuter benefits and pet insurance options
  • Incentive opportunities based on performance
Full Job Description
THE POSITIONOur roster has an opening with your name on it

Are you passionate about the intersection of cloud technology and finance? As a Senior FinOps Engineer, you'll play a key role in optimizing cloud financial operations -- especially within our AWS and DataDog ecosystems-by aligning cloud investments with business goals and ensuring every dollar spent delivers value.

This isn't just about cost control-it's about using data and strategy to make impactful decisions that balance performance, security, and efficiency. You'll partner with cross-functional teams across Finance, Product, and Engineering, leading initiatives that improve cloud cost visibility, forecasting, and accountability.

If you're energized by solving complex challenges, love turning data into action, and thrive in a collaborative, ever-evolving environment-this role is for you.

In addition to the specific responsibilities outlined above, employees may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by the Company. This ensures operational flexibility and allows the Company to meet evolving business needs.

THE GAME PLAN
Everyone on our team has a part to play

What You'll Do
  • Lead cloud financial management initiatives-cost optimization, budgeting, and forecasting.
  • Analyze usage patterns and spending data to uncover insights and savings opportunities.
  • Own and manage cloud cost management tools and best practices.
  • Collaborate across teams to embed FinOps principles into the broader business strategy.
  • Create and enforce smart cloud usage policies that balance performance, cost, and security.
  • Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders.
  • Stay ahead of the curve with AWS and DataDog offerings, pricing models, and cost trends.
  • Mentor teams on cloud financial best practices.
  • Define and track key metrics to continuously improve cloud efficiency.


THE STATS
What we're looking for in our next teammate
  • 3+ years' experience driving effective FinOps practices at large cloud based organizations.
  • Deep experience in cloud financial management, with a focus on AWS and DataDog.
  • Cloud engineering or DevOps skills
  • Comfortable with Infrastructure as Code tooling, primarily Terraform
  • Strong analytical skills in financial reporting, forecasting, and cost modeling.
  • Solid understanding of AWS services and how they impact cost structures.
  • Excellent communication skills-you know how to explain complex ideas simply.
  • A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across teams.
  • Experience with cloud cost management tools (e.g., Datadog Cloud Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer).
  • A proactive approach to identifying inefficiencies and driving improvements.
  • Bonus: Certifications in AWS, FinOps, or cloud financial management.

PLAYER BENEFITS
We treat our team right

We offer amazing benefits above and beyond the basics. We have an array of health plans to choose from (some as low as $0 per paycheck) that include programs for fertility and family planning, mental health support, and fitness benefits. We offer generous paid time off (PTO & sick leave), annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities (based on performance), 401k with up to a 5% match, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and more - check out all our benefits here: FanDuel Total Rewards. *Benefits differ across location, role, and level.

The applicable salary range for this position is $126,000 - $158,000 USD, which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses and stock program participation. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. FanDuel offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws.

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