Responsibilities:
Cloud Consumption Reporting:
- Develop and implement reporting processes for hybrid IBM Cloud consumption using tools like Power Query, VBA, Excel, and Power BI.
- Ensure accurate tracking and visualization of cloud resource usage across environments.
Cost Allocation Models:
- Design and establish models for allocating shared costs related to Kubernetes (K8s), Security, Networking, Monitoring (Sysdig and Dynatrace), Logging, and Backups.
- Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure cost transparency and accountability.
Optimization Dashboards and KPIs:
- Design key performance indicators (KPIs) and create dashboards for FinOps optimization using tools like Grafana, Power BI, and Dataiku.
- Provide actionable insights to drive cost efficiency across the cloud ecosystem.
Optimization Plans and Implementation:
- Define actionable plans for cloud cost optimization and follow up on the operational implementation of these strategies.
- Work closely with technical teams to ensure alignment with best practices and organizational goals.
Forecasting and Cost Estimation Tools:
- Design forecasting processes and develop a cost estimation tool tailored for IBM Cloud environments.
- Provide accurate and reliable forecasting to support budgeting and decision-making.
Required Skills and Qualifications:
- Proven experience in FinOps and Cloud DevOps Engineering, with a focus on hybrid cloud environments.
- Proficiency in tools like Power Query, VBA, Excel, Power BI, Grafana, and Dataiku.
- Strong understanding of cost allocation principles and tools, particularly for Kubernetes, security, networking, and monitoring solutions (Sysdig, Dynatrace).
- Experience designing and implementing dashboards and KPIs to track and optimize cloud performance and costs.
- Hands-on expertise in IBM Cloud environments and forecasting techniques.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
