Senior AI FinOps Data Analyst

About the role

Red Hat is seeking a Senior FinOps Data Analyst in Raleigh. This role involves working at the intersection of Cloud Infrastructure, Corporate Finance, and AI Engineering. The ideal candidate should have a Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience. They should have 2+ years of experience in FinOps, cloud financial management, data analysis, IT finance, or a related technology operations role.

Responsibilities

• AI & GPU Infrastructure Modeling: Track, evaluate, and forecast cross-environment financial trends driven by AI platform adoptions, machine learning workloads, and enterprise GPU utilization.
• Dataverse Pipeline Integration: Act as the core architect for cloud and data center data collection, building reliable ingestion loops that funnel technical usage data directly into Dataverse.
• Dynamic PO Lifecycle Management: Reform the purchase order framework from an annual forecast model to an active, twice-a-year allocation refresh cycle that keeps pace with AI investment spikes.
• Cross-Functional Bridge Building: Partner directly with workstream service owners and IT engineering teams to translate raw system metrics into shared financial strategies, preventing data misinterpretation.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Information Technology, Data Analytics, Computer Science, or a related field; or equivalent combination of education and relevant professional experience.
• 2+ years of progressive experience in FinOps, cloud financial management, data analysis, IT finance, or a related technology operations role.
• Demonstrated ability to work with large operational datasets using SQL and at least one scripting language (Python preferred).
• Working knowledge of public cloud billing, cost allocation, and optimization concepts across at least one major provider (AWS, GCP, or Azure).
• Experience translating technical usage and spend data into clear reports, forecasts, or recommendations for engineering and leadership stakeholders.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills; ability to influence cross-functional partners without direct authority.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience building automations, internal tools, or data pipelines — including use of AI-assisted development tools (e.g., Cursor, LLM APIs).
• Familiarity with enterprise data platforms (Snowflake, Dataverse, or similar warehouse/lake environments).
• Experience modeling OpEx and CapEx together for hybrid cloud or infrastructure planning.
• Exposure to AI/GPU workload cost forecasting or high-growth technology spend environments.
• Experience partnering with shared services, procurement, or finance teams on invoice validation, chargeback, or PO lifecycle management.

Benefits

The salary range for this position is $88,510.00 - $141,630.00. Actual offer will be based on your qualifications. Pay Transparency Red Hat determines compensation based on several factors including but not limited to job location, experience, applicable skills and training, external market value, and internal pay equity. Annual salary is one component of Red Hat’s compensation package. This position may also be eligible for bonus, commission, and/or equity.

Red Hat

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