Associate, Cloud FinOps Analyst

Posted:
8/19/2025, 12:29:03 AM

Location(s):
San Jose Province, Costa Rica

Experience Level(s):
Junior ⋅ Mid Level

Field(s):
Software Engineering

ROLE SUMMARY

At the heart of Pfizer's Digital Hosting and Application Development strategy sits the Cloud and Network Security Services (CNSS) organization. We enable all manner of digital infrastructure and cloud development capabilities, with services that span across business lines, influencing Pfizer’s business outcomes and contributing to our mission of delivering value to patients and shareholders globally.

Pfizer seeks individuals that are highly self-motivated, eager to learn, and are effective when working in a team environment.  A strong aptitude towards self-development and growth is highly desired.

ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES

The FinOps Analyst role will work within the FinOps product domain within DHS.  This role will collaborate closely with the FinOps product owner, engineering team, and cloud consumers to manage and optimize Pfizer’s cloud environments.  Key aspects of this role include analysis of Pfizer’s cloud inventory, improving cloud tagging, and working with cloud consumers to help translate cloud usage and costing information.  The ideal candidate will understand cloud services, cloud cost structures, and have strong communication skills to work with Pfizer cloud consumers.

  • Experience with assessing cloud usage and knowledge of cloud cost structures
  • Understanding of AWS/Azure cloud services
  • Knowledge of cloud tagging methodologies
  • Commit to ongoing learning and professional development.

 BASIC QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Bachelor’s degree, preferably in Computer Science, Engineering or related field, with experience utilizing cloud technologies.
  • <2 years of cloud-specific experience with Amazon Web Services or Microsoft Azure
  • Candidates must be highly motivated and capable of working independently. 
  • Hands on experience with visualization tools such as AWS Quicksight, PowerBI, or equivalent
  • Strong attention to detail and organizational skills
  • Ability to work both independently and in a team-oriented, collaborative environment
  • Ability to adapt to changing requirements and constraints
  • Ability to use creative thinking and advanced problem-solving skills
  • Strong communication and presentation skills

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

  • Experience with cloud cost and usage reporting capabilities
  • Degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
  • Certifications in AWS, Azure, or GCP, such as Solutions Architect or Cloud Practitioner.
  • Understanding of regulatory compliance and security standards in the pharmaceutical industry.
  • Experience in the pharmaceutical or biotechnology industry.
  • Working knowledge of Atlassian Confluence and Jira is desired.
  
Work Location Assignment: Hybrid

EEO (Equal Employment Opportunity) & Employment Eligibility 

Pfizer is committed to equal opportunity in the terms and conditions of employment for all employees and job applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, gender identity or gender expression, national origin, or disability.

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