FinOps Analyst - Cloud Cost Optimization and Reporting

DXC Technology India Pvt Ltd; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

DXC Technology India Pvt Ltd seeks a FinOps Analyst to analyze cloud cost and usage data, build dashboards, and support optimization efforts across Azure, AWS, and GCP. The role collaborates with engineering and finance teams to drive cost governance and reporting insights.

The ideal candidate has 2–5 years in FinOps or cloud financial analysis, strong Excel/SQL skills, and experience with BI tools such as Power BI or Tableau. Flexibly supports cost transparency and optimization initiatives.

Qualifications

• 2–5 years of experience in cloud operations, financial analysis, or FinOps roles.
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL; Python is a plus.
• Experience with cloud billing data from major providers (Azure, AWS, GCP).

Responsibilities

• Analyze cloud billing and usage data across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
• Build and maintain FinOps dashboards and reports in BI platforms.
• Identify optimization opportunities and track savings realization.

Skills

Analytical skills

SQL

Excel

Python

Cost analysis

Tools

Power BI

Tableau

Looker

Cloudability

CloudHealth

Job description

Sr Analyst I Cloud Engineering Job Description: Job Title: FinOps Analyst (Cloud Cost Optimization & Reporting) Role Summary The FinOps Analyst supports FinOps programs by analysing cloud cost and usage data, building reports and dashboards, identifying optimization opportunities, and assisting in tool operations. This role is highly analytical and data-driven, with a strong focus on turning billing data into actionable insights. The analyst works closely with FinOps Advisors, engineering teams, and finance partners to support continuous cost optimization and governance.

Key Responsibilities

Cost & Usage Analysis

• Analyse cloud billing and usage data across Azure, AWS, and GCP.
• Identify cost trends, anomalies, and optimization opportunities.
• Investigate root causes of cost spikes and unexpected spend.

Reporting & Dashboards

• Build and maintain FinOps dashboards and reports in FinOps tools and BI platforms.
• Support executive, finance, and engineering reporting requirements.
• Maintain cost allocation models based on tags, accounts, projects, and business units.

Optimization Support

• Generate rightsizing, idle resource, storage, and commitment utilisation reports.
• Track implementation and savings realization of optimisation actions.
• Support RI/SP/CUD utilisation analysis and coverage tracking.

Tool Operations Support

• Support configuration and ongoing administration of FinOps tools.
• Validate data ingestion, billing exports, and cost categorisation logic.
• Assist in integrating billing data with internal systems and data pipelines.

Research & Data Engineering Support

• Assist in researching complex billing scenarios and pricing behaviours.
• Support development of scripts, queries, or automation for cost data processing.
• Help improve data quality and enrichment for reporting and forecasting.

Required Skills & Experience

• 2–5 years of experience in cloud operations, financial analysis, or FinOps roles.
• Strong analytical skills with large datasets and billing exports.
• Experience with at least one major cloud provider’s billing and cost management data.
• Proficiency in Excel and SQL; experience with Python is a plus.
• Understanding of cloud pricing models and billing constructs.
• Ability to communicate findings clearly to technical and non-technical stakeholders.

Preferred Qualifications

• FinOps Certified Practitioner or equivalent training.
• Experience with Cloudability, CloudHealth, or similar FinOps platforms.
• Experience working with data warehouses or BI tools (Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
• Exposure to Kubernetes cost visibility and shared services allocation.

At DXC Technology, we believe strong connections and community are key to our success. Our work model prioritises in‑person collaboration while offering flexibility to support wellbeing, productivity, individual work styles, and life circumstances. We’re committed to fostering an inclusive environment where everyone can thrive.

Experience Level Senior Level