About UOB
United Overseas Bank Limited (UOB) is a leading bank in Asia with a global network of more than 500 branches and offices in 19 countries and territories in Asia Pacific, Europe and North America. In Asia, we operate through our head office in Singapore and banking subsidiaries in China, Indonesia, Malaysia and Thailand, as well as branches and offices. Our history spans over 80 years. Over this time, we have been guided by our values – Honorable, Enterprising, United and Committed. This means we always strive to do what is right, build for the future, work as one team and pursue long-term success. It is how we work, consistently, be it towards the company, our colleagues or our customers.
Job Description
The Cloud FinOps & Engineering Executive is responsible for driving effective cloud financial management, governance, and operational efficiency across the organization. This role primarily focuses on cloud cost optimization, contract management, and internal approval processes (70%), ensuring financial discipline, compliance, and value realization from cloud investments. In addition, the role provides hands-on cloud engineering support (30%), assisting with infrastructure, automation, and system performance. The ideal candidate combines strong financial acumen, attention to detail, and technical expertise to bridge business, finance, and engineering teams while enabling scalable and cost-efficient cloud operations.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud FinOps & Cost Optimization (Primary – ~70%)
Monitor, analyze, and report on cloud spend across platforms (e.g., AWS, Azure, GCP)
Identify cost optimization opportunities (rightsizing, reserved instances, savings plans, idle resources)
Develop and maintain cloud cost dashboards, KPIs, and financial reports
Support budgeting, forecasting, and variance analysis for cloud spend
Partner with engineering teams to enforce cost-aware architecture and usage practices
Implement and promote FinOps best practices and governance frameworks
Cloud bill payment on-time to avoid charges
Contract Management & Vendor Governance
Manage lifecycle of cloud-related contracts (negotiation support, renewals, compliance tracking)
Liaise with vendors and internal stakeholders to ensure contract alignment with business needs
Monitor contract utilization, commitments, and financial obligations
Maintain contract repository and documentation for audit readiness
Support commercial negotiations with data-driven insights
Internal Approvals & Memo Preparation
Prepare and submit internal MEMOs for cloud spend approvals, investments, and renewals
Coordinate with finance, procurement, and leadership teams to secure approvals
Ensure completeness, accuracy, and compliance in all documentation
Track approval workflows and follow-through on execution timelines
Provide clear business justifications supported by financial and technical data
Cloud Engineering Support (Secondary – ~30%)
Assist in cloud infrastructure setup, configuration, and maintenance
Support deployment pipelines, automation, and monitoring tools
Work with engineering teams on implementing tagging standards and cost allocation frameworks
Troubleshoot basic cloud infrastructure and performance issues
Contribute to system reliability, performance optimization, and security compliance
Requirements
Education & Experience
Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Finance, or related field
3–7 years of experience in Cloud FinOps, cloud operations, or cloud engineering
Proven experience handling cloud cost management and financial governance
Technical Skills
Strong understanding of at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
Familiarity with FinOps tools (e.g., CloudHealth, Cloudability, Azure Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer)
Basic cloud engineering experience (IAM, compute, storage, networking)
Experience with scripting or automation (Python, Bash, Terraform is a plus)
Data analysis skills (Excel advanced)
Business & Functional Skills
Strong financial acumen with experience in budgeting and forecasting
Experience in contract/vendor management and procurement processes
Proven ability to prepare executive-ready MEMOs and business cases
Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills
Strong attention to detail and organizational abilities
Key Competencies
Analytical mindset with strong problem-solving ability
High ownership and execution focus
Ability to balance technical and commercial priorities
Strong governance, compliance, and documentation discipline
Collaborative and cross-functional team player
Preferred Qualifications
FinOps Certified Practitioner (FCP) or equivalent certification
Cloud certifications (AWS/Azure/GCP)
Experience in regulated industries (e.g., financial services)
Exposure to IT financial management frameworks
Success Metrics
% reduction in cloud cost / optimization savings achieved
Accuracy and timeliness of cost reporting and forecasts
Efficiency in approval cycle for cloud investments
Contract compliance and utilization rates
Stability and performance of supported cloud environments
Additional Requirements
Be a Part of the UOB Family
UOB is an equal opportunity employer. UOB does not discriminate on the basis of a candidate’s age, race, gender, color, religion, sexual orientation, physical or mental disability, or other non-merit factors. All employment decisions at UOB are based on business needs, job requirements and qualifications. If you require any assistance or accommodations to be made for the recruitment process, please inform us when you submit your online application.
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