Cloud Data Engineer (FinOps) - Remote Opportunity

About the Role

We are seeking a skilled Cloud Data Engineer (FinOps) remote to join our global Cloud Services team at Continental. This is an exciting opportunity to optimize cloud costs and enhance financial transparency within our cloud platforms.

What You'll Do

• Develop and implement FinOps practices and tooling across AWS and Azure landing zones to optimize cloud spending.
• Create comprehensive cost visibility dashboards and reports for stakeholder transparency.
• Automate financial operations processes including budget alerts, anomaly detection, and chargeback mechanisms.
• Analyze cloud consumption patterns and recommend cost optimization strategies.
• Implement strategies and financial controls to ensure proper cost allocation.
• Troubleshoot and resolve customer-reported platform issues, service requests, and work orders.
• Create and maintain technical documentation and operational runbooks.

Requirements

• Academic degree in computer science or a related technical field.
• Minimum of 3 years of experience in cloud platform engineering with a focus on financial operations and cost optimization.
• Strong understanding of FinOps principles, cloud cost management strategies, and billing processes for AWS and Azure.
• Experience with Databricks, ETL processes, Power BI, and financial data analysis in cloud environments.
• Proficiency in process automation and scripting languages (e.g., Python) for financial reporting workflows.
• Basic knowledge of financial controlling principles and budgeting processes in technology environments.
• Excellent analytical skills with the ability to design workflows with complex financial data.
• Professional working proficiency in English.

Nice to Have

• Experience in a similar role within the automotive industry.
• Familiarity with additional cloud services and tools.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary and performance bonuses.
• Flexible working hours and home office options.
• Health and wellness benefits including life assurance and private health insurance.
• Relocation support for non-Timisoara residents.
• Professional development opportunities in technical and leadership areas.
• International work environment with traveling opportunities.