Principal Solution Architect - Cost Optimization

Salesforce is a leading cloud-based software company specializing in customer relationship management (CRM) solutions.
$204,400 - $323,400
Cloud
Principal Software Engineer
Hybrid
5,000+ Employees
10+ years of experience
Enterprise SaaS · Cloud

Description For Principal Solution Architect - Cost Optimization

Salesforce is seeking a Principal Solution Architect specializing in Cost Optimization for their Enterprise Technology & Infrastructure team. This role is perfect for a seasoned Cloud FinOps professional with extensive experience in cloud infrastructure optimization.

As a Principal Solution Architect, you'll be at the forefront of Salesforce's cloud transformation journey, focusing on crafting and implementing cloud-cost optimization strategies. Your expertise will be crucial in analyzing cloud spend, identifying cost-saving opportunities, and aligning cloud spending with business objectives.

Key responsibilities include:

  • Driving strategic innovation and architectural excellence in public cloud solutions
  • Collaborating with various teams to analyze cloud usage patterns and identify areas for cost efficiency
  • Leveraging AI models to provide insights into cost-saving opportunities
  • Developing and implementing Cloud FinOps policies and processes
  • Participating in cloud architecture discussions to ensure cost optimization is considered in solution design

The ideal candidate will have:

  • 10+ years of technical experience, including 3-5 years as a FinOps practitioner
  • Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, security principles, and compliance requirements
  • Experience with AWS, Azure, and Google Cloud Platform
  • Proven track record in Cloud Service Cost optimization planning and execution

Salesforce offers a comprehensive benefits package, including wellbeing reimbursement, generous parental leave, adoption assistance, and fertility benefits. This role provides an excellent opportunity for an individual contributor passionate about making a significant impact on the company's bottom line while working with cutting-edge cloud technologies.

Join Salesforce's innovative team and help shape the future of cloud cost optimization in a dynamic, fast-paced environment!

Last updated 9 days ago

Responsibilities For Principal Solution Architect - Cost Optimization

  • Drive strategic innovation and architectural excellence in public cloud solutions
  • Analyze cloud usage patterns and identify areas for cost efficiency
  • Leverage AI models to analyze cost and usage data
  • Collaborate with various teams to maintain cloud spend and environment stability
  • Participate in the design and deployment of highly available and cost-optimized cloud infrastructure solutions
  • Advise service owners on cloud-optimized recommendations
  • Develop and implement Cloud FinOps policies, processes, and guidelines
  • Devise Cloud Service cost optimization rules and templates
  • Ensure proper thresholds and alerts are created to track resource usage and cost consumption
  • Track and report on cost savings achieved through optimization initiatives

Requirements For Principal Solution Architect - Cost Optimization

  • Related technical degree
  • 10+ years of proven related technical experience
  • 3-5 years of demonstrated ability in Cloud, with experience as a FinOps practitioner
  • 8+ years of experience in cloud operations or system administration
  • Experience with cloud infrastructure and services (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud Platform)
  • Strong knowledge of cloud architecture, security principles and compliance requirements
  • Experience designing, deploying, and managing AWS infrastructure
  • Proven experience in Cloud Service Cost optimization planning and execution
  • Detailed knowledge of AWS Cloud service cost tiers
  • Capability to analyze and identify possible cost optimization based on service consumptions

Benefits For Principal Solution Architect - Cost Optimization

Medical Insurance
Parental Leave
Vision Insurance
Dental Insurance
  • Wellbeing reimbursement
  • Generous parental leave
  • Adoption assistance
  • Fertility benefits

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