Solution architect FinOps

Your mission:

As a Solution Architect finOps your role will be critical in managing and optimizing the financial operations of our IT and cloud services. You will be responsible for:

• Implementing FinOps solutions using well-architected frameworks.
• Develop and implement FinOps strategies and frameworks to optimize cloud spending and enhance financial accountability.
• Engaging with key stakeholders, including directors and solution leads, to discuss optimization strategies.
• Work closely with engineering, product, finance, and operations teams to align cloud cost management practices with business objectives.
• Analyze cloud usage and spending, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement optimization initiatives across cloud services.
• Collaborating with service delivery managers and technical teams to ensure cost-effective cloud solutions.
• Conducting deep dives to identify and execute cost-saving measures.
• Manage cloud billing and budgeting processes, track spending, and forecast future cloud costs.
• Create detailed financial reports, dashboards, and presentations for stakeholders to provide insights into cloud spending and savings.
• Establish and enforce cloud financial management policies and governance to ensure compliance and cost-efficiency.
• Evaluate and implement FinOps tools and automation solutions to streamline cloud cost management processes.
• Educate and train teams on cloud financial management best practices, promoting a culture of cost-consciousness and financial responsibility.
• Participate in relationships with cloud service providers and Participate in negotiate contracts to ensure cost-effective use of services.

• FinOps Certified Practitioner at least
• AWS/Azure Certified Solutions Architect
• Proficiency in technical aspects related to IT and financial operations in the cloud.
• Experience in cloud solutions architecture, FinOps, AWS and/or Azure, and project management.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to conduct presentations and training.

• Open-mindedness and a collaborative approach, capable of engaging with various stakeholders.
• Leadership qualities to gain trust and respect from the team and other departments.

• Analytical Skills: Ability to analyze complex cloud financial data and make strategic recommendations.
• Fluency in English is required; knowledge of French or Dutch is a plus.

• Competitive monthly salary
• Meal vouchers
• Hospitalization-, group- and disability insurances
• A phone subscription and company car
• 20 days of statutory leave and 7 additional extralegal days off
• An end-of-year and performance-based bonus and double holiday pay
• Many benefits from more than 100 bpost-partners

• Become part of the bpostgroup family with a unique atmosphere and culture.
• Enjoy a dynamic work environment with a hybrid model allowing for flexibility.
• Have access to continuous learning and development opportunities.
• Have a direct impact on decision-making in an international success story.
• Thrive in a leadership culture centered on visioning, sense making, innovation, and relating, empowering you to lead effectively in our forward-thinking organization.