[Remote] Engineer III - Data Analytics (Remote)

Note: The job is a remote job and is open to candidates in USA. CrowdStrike is a global cybersecurity company that protects organizations with an AI-native platform and a mission to stop breaches. The company is seeking an Engineer III to establish and support its FinOps practice by building automation, dashboards, cost allocation logic, and technical solutions for cloud cost optimization and visibility.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement automated cost monitoring, alerting, and optimization solutions across cloud platforms
• Develop and maintain cost allocation algorithms and tagging strategies for accurate cost attribution
• Build integrations between cloud billing APIs and internal cost management systems
• Create technical documentation and best practices for cost-efficient infrastructure patterns
• Collaborate with platform teams to implement cost optimization recommendations
• Develop tooling and automation to support FinOps processes across fourteen product groups and eleven platform groups
• Build dashboards and reporting mechanisms for real-time cost visibility
• Implement cost guardrails and automated policies to prevent cost overruns
• Design scalable solutions for cost data collection, processing, and analysis
• Contribute to the TechOps Analytics Data Solution FinOps requirements
• Partner with product engineering teams to identify and implement cost optimization opportunities
• Work closely with Infrastructure Foundations Program to align technical solutions with FY27 Cost Reduction Program
• Support FinOps Working Group with technical expertise and implementation guidance
• Collaborate with Data Analytics Team on cost data pipeline development
• Provide technical input for FinOps capability development roadmap
• Research and evaluate new cost optimization tools and techniques
• Contribute to FinOps governance structures and technical standards
• Mentor junior engineers on cost-conscious engineering practices
• Stay current with cloud platform pricing changes and optimization opportunities

Skills

• Required Qualifications * Must be eligible for CJIS clearance (requires U.S. citizenship or Green Card/permanent resident status). * Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field * 5+ years of software engineering experience with focus on cloud infrastructure * Strong programming skills in Python, Go, or similar languages * Deep hands-on experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and their cost management tools * Experience with infrastructure as code (Terraform, CloudFormation, etc.) * Proficiency with monitoring and observability tools (Prometheus, Grafana, DataDog, etc.) * Understanding of containerization and orchestration technologies (Docker, Kubernetes) * Experience with CI/CD pipelines and DevOps practices
• Preferred:[
• Preferred Qualifications * FinOps Certified Practitioner certification (or commitment to obtain within 6 months) * Experience in cybersecurity or SaaS industry * Background with commitment-based discount programs (Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, CUDs) * Experience with data pipeline development and ETL processes * Familiarity with cost optimization tools (CloudHealth, Cloudability, etc.) * Knowledge of database optimization and performance tuning
• Key Competencies * Strong analytical and problem-solving skills with attention to detail * Ability to translate business requirements into technical solutions * Excellent communication skills for collaborating with both technical and non-technical stakeholders * Self-motivated with ability to work independently in an emerging practice area * Passion for building efficient, scalable systems
• AI Tooling * Proven experience utilizing AI technologies to enhance decision-making, streamline workflows and processes, improve efficiency and drive business outcomes

Benefits

• Market leader in compensation and equity awards
• Comprehensive physical and mental wellness programs
• Competitive vacation and holidays for recharge
• Paid parental and adoption leaves
• Professional development opportunities for all employees regardless of level or role
• Employee Networks, geographic neighborhood groups, and volunteer opportunities to build connections
• Vibrant office culture with world class amenities
• Eligibility for bonuses, equity grants and a comprehensive benefits package that includes health insurance, 401k and paid time off

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