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Autodesk Senior Cloud Spend Analyst in Plano, Texas
Job Requisition ID #
24WD78821
Position Overview
We are seeking a talented and motivated Senior Cloud Spend Analyst to join our growing team. In this role, you will be responsible for analyzing and optimizing our cloud spending, ensuring we are getting the most value from our cloud investments. You will work closely with other teams, including finance, engineering, and product, to identify areas for cost savings and implement effective strategies for optimization. This position is remote in the US, with a preference for Michigan.
Responsibilities
Analyze cloud usage data to identify trends and anomalies
Develop and implement cost optimization strategies, including rightsizing instances, utilizing reserved instances, and negotiating better pricing with cloud providers
Create and maintain reports and dashboards to track cloud spending and progress towards goals
Identify and implement opportunities to automate cloud cost management tasks
Analyze and report on cloud spend trends across all cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
Work with stakeholders across various departments to understand their cloud usage and optimize their costs
Contribute to the development and implementation of cloud governance policies
Proactively identify and address potential cloud spending risks
Forecast cloud spending and track progress against budget
Contribute to the development and implementation of FinOps best practices within the organization
Minimum Qualifications
Bachelor’s degree in finance, Accounting, Business Administration, or a related field
3-5 years of experience in cloud cost management or a related field
Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
Excellent communication and presentation skills
Proficiency in data analysis tools such as SQL, Looker, Power BI, or similar
Strong understanding of cloud computing concepts and technologies
Experience with cloud platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
Strong understanding of cloud billing and pricing models
Preferred Qualifications
Experience with cloud cost management tools
Microsoft Azure Fundamental Certification
AWS Cloud Practitioner Certification
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About Autodesk
Welcome to Autodesk! Amazing things are created every day with our software – from the greenest buildings and cleanest cars to the smartest factories and biggest hit movies. We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but what can be made.
We take great pride in our culture here at Autodesk – our Culture Code is at the core of everything we do. Our values and ways of working help our people thrive and realize their potential, which leads to even better outcomes for our customers.
When you’re an Autodesker, you can be your whole, authentic self and do meaningful work that helps build a better future for all. Ready to shape the world and your future? Join us!
Benefits
From health and financial benefits to time away and everyday wellness, we give Autodeskers the best, so they can do their best work. Learn more about our benefits in the U.S. by visiting https://benefits.autodesk.com/
Salary transparency
Salary is one part of Autodesk’s competitive compensation package. For U.S.-based roles, we expect a starting base salary between $112,200 and $181,610. Offers are based on the candidate’s experience and geographic location, and may exceed this range. In addition to base salaries, we also have a significant emphasis on annual cash bonuses, commissions for sales roles, stock grants, and a comprehensive benefits package.
Equal Employment Opportunity
At Autodesk, we're building a diverse workplace and an inclusive culture to give more people the chance to imagine, design, and make a better world. Autodesk is proud to be an equal opportunity employer and considers all qualified applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally protected characteristic. We also consider for employment all qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with applicable law.
Diversity & Belonging
We take pride in cultivating a culture of belonging and an equitable workplace where everyone can thrive. Learn more here: https://www.autodesk.com/company/diversity-and-belonging
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