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Department OverviewThe Cloud Platform Engineering team is responsible for the development and operations of critical cloud infrastructure, reliability, security and Business operational services, in support of Motorola Solutions' public and hybrid cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) solutions for public safety customers. This team is part of Motorola Solutions’ Software Enterprise division, which offers secure, reliable and efficient team communications, workflow and operational intelligence solutions for mission critical public safety and enterprise markets throughout the world. Our services leverage Cloud Computing infrastructure on Azure, AWS and GCP to build at scale.
Job Description
**Position Overview:**
We are seeking a highly motivated and detail-oriented Business Analyst with a strong understanding of cloud technologies and Financial Operations (FinOps). The ideal candidate will bridge the gap between business needs and technical solutions, leveraging their expertise in cloud platforms and FinOps practices to help optimize costs, improve efficiency, and drive value from cloud investments. This role requires excellent analytical skills, communication abilities, and a proactive attitude to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
**Key Responsibilities:**
1. **Business Analysis & Stakeholder Engagement:**
- Act as a liaison between business stakeholders, IT teams, and cloud service providers to gather, analyze, and document business requirements.
- Identify pain points, opportunities, and improvement areas in business processes related to cloud adoption and financial management.
- Translate business needs into actionable technical requirements and ensure alignment with organizational goals.
2. **Cloud Cost Optimization (FinOps):**
- Collaborate with cloud engineers and finance teams to monitor cloud spending, analyze cost drivers, and identify opportunities for optimization.
- Assist in creating cloud budgets, forecasts, and cost allocation models to provide transparency and accountability across teams.
- Develop dashboards and reports to track key performance indicators (KPIs) for cloud cost efficiency and utilization.
- Promote FinOps best practices and advocate for cost-effective cloud usage across the organization.
3. **Data Analysis & Reporting:**
- Conduct data analysis to extract insights on cloud usage patterns, trends, and risks.
- Present findings and recommendations to stakeholders through clear and concise reports, visualizations, and presentations.
- Support decision-making by providing actionable insights related to cloud services, costs, and business outcomes.
4. **Process Improvement:**
- Evaluate and improve existing processes related to cloud resource management, procurement, and billing.
- Collaborate with teams to implement automation tools and workflows that enhance efficiency and reduce manual efforts.
- Stay updated on emerging cloud trends, tools, and technologies to recommend innovative solutions.
5. **Training & Knowledge Sharing:**
- Educate internal teams on cloud cost management practices and FinOps principles.
- Serve as a subject matter expert in cloud financial management, providing guidance and support to stakeholders.
Basic Requirements
- Bachelor's degree in Business Administration, Information Technology, Finance, or a related field.
- Proven experience as a Business Analyst, with knowledge of cloud technologies preferably (e.g., AWS, Azure, Google Cloud) and FinOps principles.
- Strong understanding of cloud service models (IaaS, PaaS, SaaS) and billing mechanisms.
- Proficiency in analyzing and interpreting complex data sets to provide actionable insights.
- Familiarity with FinOps tools and principles (e.g.,AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management).
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively collaborate with technical and non-technical stakeholders.
- Strong organizational skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
**Preferred Skills:**
- FinOps certification (e.g., FinOps Certified Practitioner) or relevant cloud certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals).
- Experience with cost allocation tagging strategies and chargeback models.
- Knowledge of DevOps practices and how they intersect with cloud financial management.
- Knowledge in data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau) and advanced Excel skills.
**Why Join Us?**
- Opportunity to work on cutting-edge cloud technologies and help shape the organization's cloud strategy.
- Be part of a forward-thinking team that values innovation, collaboration, and continuous improvement.
- Competitive salary, benefits, and growth opportunities in a dynamic environment.
If you are passionate about bridging business and technology, optimizing cloud investments, and driving financial efficiency, we would love to hear from you! Apply today to join our team.
Travel RequirementsNone
Relocation ProvidedNone
Position TypeExperiencedReferral Payment PlanYes
EEO Statement
Motorola Solutions is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion or belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status or any other legally-protected characteristic.
We are proud of our people-first and community-focused culture, empowering every Motorolan to be their most authentic self and to do their best work to deliver on the promise of a safer world. If you’d like to join our team but feel that you don’t quite meet all of the preferred skills, we’d still love to hear why you think you’d be a great addition to our team.
