Senior FinOps Engineer

About this role

THE POSITION Our roster has an opening with your name on it Are you passionate about the intersection of cloud technology and finance? As a Senior FinOps Engineer , you’ll play a key role in optimizing cloud financial operations -- especially within our AWS and DataDog ecosystems—by aligning cloud investments with business goals and ensuring every dollar spent delivers value. This isn’t just about cost control—it’s about using data and strategy to make impactful decisions that balance performance, security, and efficiency. You’ll partner with cross-functional teams across Finance, Product, and Engineering, leading initiatives that improve cloud cost visibility, forecasting, and accountability. If you're energized by solving complex challenges, love turning data into action, and thrive in a collaborative, ever-evolving environment—this role is for you. Why You’ll Love It Here • A culture that values innovation, transparency, and continuous improvement. • A chance to make a measurable impact on business outcomes. • Opportunities to grow your expertise at the cutting edge of cloud and finance. • Supportive teammates who love solving tough problems together. In addition to the specific responsibilities outlined above, employees may be required to perform other such duties as assigned by the Company. This ensures operational flexibility and allows the Company to meet evolving business needs. THE GAME PLAN Everyone on our team has a part to play What You’ll Do • Lead cloud financial management initiatives—cost optimization, budgeting, and forecasting. • Analyze usage patterns and spending data to uncover insights and savings opportunities. • Own and manage cloud cost management tools and best practices. • Collaborate across teams to embed FinOps principles into the broader business strategy. • Create and enforce smart cloud usage policies that balance performance, cost, and security. • Translate financial data into clear, actionable insights for stakeholders. • Stay ahead of the curve with AWS and DataDog offerings, pricing models, and cost trends. • Mentor teams on cloud financial best practices. • Define and track key metrics to continuously improve cloud efficiency. THE STATS What we're looking for in our next teammate • 3+ years’ experience driving effective FinOps practices at large cloud based organizations. • Deep experience in cloud financial management, with a focus on AWS and DataDog. • Cloud engineering or DevOps skills • Comfortable with Infrastructure as Code tooling, primarily Terraform • Strong analytical skills in financial reporting, forecasting, and cost modeling. • Solid understanding of AWS services and how they impact cost structures. • Excellent communication skills—you know how to explain complex ideas simply. • A collaborative mindset with the ability to influence across teams. • Experience with cloud cost management tools (e.g., Datadog Cloud Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer). • A proactive approach to identifying inefficiencies and driving improvements. • Bonus: Certifications in AWS, FinOps, or cloud financial management. ABOUT FANDUEL FanDuel Group is the premier mobile gaming company in the United States and Canada. FanDuel Group consists of a portfolio of leading brands across mobile wagering including: America’s #1 Sportsbook, FanDuel Sportsbook; its leading iGaming platform, FanDuel Casino; the industry’s unquestioned leader in horse racing and advance-deposit wagering, FanDuel Racing; and its daily fantasy sports product. In addition, FanDuel Group operates FanDuel TV, its broadly distributed linear cable television network and FanDuel TV+, its leading direct-to-consumer OTT platform. FanDuel Group has a presence across all 50 states, Canada, and Puerto Rico. The company is based in New York with US offices in Los Angeles, Atlanta, and Jersey City, as well as global offices in Canada and Scotland. The company’s affiliates have offices worldwide, including in Ireland, Portugal, Romania, and Australia. FanDuel Group is a subsidiary of Flutter Entertainment, the world's largest sports betting and gaming operator with a portfolio of globally recognized brands and traded on the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE: FLUT). PLAYER BENEFITS We treat our team right We offer amazing benefits above and beyond the basics. We have an array of health plans to choose from (some as low as $0 per paycheck) that include programs for fertility and family planning, mental health support, and fitness benefits. We offer generous paid time off (PTO & sick leave), annual bonus and long-term incentive opportunities (based on performance), 401k with up to a 5% match, commuter benefits, pet insurance, and more - check out all our benefits here: FanDuel Total Rewards . *Benefits differ across location, role, and level. FanDuel is an equal opportunities employer and we believe, as one of our principles states, “We are One Team!”. As such, we are committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, religion, creed, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship status, marital status, disability, gender identity, gender expression, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by state, local or federal law. We believe FanDuel is strongest and best able to compete if all employees feel valued, respected, and included. FanDuel is committed to providing reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. If you have a disability and need a workplace accommodation or adjustment during the application and hiring process, including support for the interview or onboarding process, please email Benefits@fanduel.com . The applicable salary range for this position is $126,000 - $158,000 USD, which is dependent on a variety of factors including relevant experience, location, business needs and market demand. This role may offer the following benefits: medical, vision, and dental insurance; life insurance; disability insurance; a 401(k) matching program; among other employee benefits. This role may also be eligible for short-term or long-term incentive compensation, including, but not limited to, cash bonuses and stock program participation. This role includes paid personal time off and 14 paid company holidays. FanDuel offers paid sick time in accordance with all applicable state and federal laws. It is unlawful in Massachusetts to require or administer a lie detector test as a condition of employment or continued employment. An employer who violates this law shall be subject to criminal penalties and civil liability. #LI-Hybrid