The Opportunity
Join FICO as Vice President of Cloud Operations, where you’ll lead the transformation and scaling of our cloud infrastructure that powers the FICO Platform. This is a critical leadership role where you’ll oversee all aspects of cloud operations, including DevOps Engineering, Cloud Engineering, and infrastructure services that enable our platform to deliver mission-critical solutions to enterprises worldwide.
As the senior leader for cloud operations, you’ll refine and advance the strategy, execution, and continuous evolution of our AWS cloud infrastructure across multiple regions. You’ll ensure our platform maintains the highest standards of reliability, security, and performance while enabling rapid innovation and deployment capabilities for our engineering teams. This role is perfect for a seasoned cloud operations executive who combines deep technical expertise with strategic vision and the ability to lead large, distributed teams in delivering world-class cloud services.
What You’ll Contribute
Strategic Cloud Leadership
Refine and execute a comprehensive cloud operations strategy that supports FICO Platform’s growth and scalability requirements
Enhance our AWS cloud strategy to optimize performance, cost, and reliability across all regions and services
Drive cloud transformation initiatives that modernize our infrastructure while maintaining enterprise-grade stability and security
Operational Excellence
Lead and scale our world-class DevOps and Cloud Engineering teams to deliver exceptional reliability and performance
Enhance and maintain SLAs that exceed enterprise customer requirements for availability, performance, and security
Optimize comprehensive monitoring, alerting, and incident response systems that ensure proactive platform management
Infrastructure & Platform Engineering
Oversee the evolution and optimization of scalable, secure, and cost-effective AWS infrastructure architectures
Advance infrastructure-as-code initiatives that enable reproducible, automated deployments across environments
Enhance containerization and orchestration strategies using Kubernetes and related technologies
DevOps Culture & Practices
Champion and evolve DevOps best practices across the engineering organization, strengthening collaboration between development and operations
Optimize CI/CD pipelines that enable rapid, reliable deployments while maintaining quality and security standards
Foster a culture of automation, continuous improvement, and operational excellence
Security & Compliance
Ensure cloud infrastructure meets all security, compliance, and regulatory requirements for enterprise customers
Lead security-first approaches to cloud architecture and operations, implementing zero-trust principles and defense-in-depth strategies
Partner with security teams to maintain and enhance robust security postures across all cloud environments
Cost Optimization & Governance
Refine cloud financial management practices that optimize costs while maintaining performance and reliability
Enhance governance frameworks that ensure proper resource utilization, tagging, and accountability
Drive FinOps initiatives that provide transparency and control over cloud spending
What We’re Seeking
Cloud Operations Leadership
Extensive experience leading large-scale cloud operations teams with proven success managing complex AWS environments at enterprise scale
Deep expertise in AWS services and architectures with hands-on experience operating mission-critical infrastructures
Technical Excellence
Comprehensive understanding of cloud-native architectures, microservices, containers, and orchestration platforms
Strong background in infrastructure-as-code, configuration management, and automation tools (Terraform, Ansible, CloudFormation)
DevOps Expertise
Proven track record implementing and scaling DevOps practices, including CI/CD, automated testing, and deployment strategies
Experience building and leading DevOps engineering teams that enable rapid, reliable software delivery
Platform Reliability
Deep expertise in site reliability engineering principles with experience maintaining high-availability systems
Proven ability to design and implement disaster recovery and business continuity strategies for mission-critical platforms
Security & Compliance
Extensive experience implementing security best practices in AWS environments including identity management, encryption, and network security
Strong understanding of enterprise compliance requirements and experience maintaining security certifications
Strategic Business Acumen
Ability to align cloud operations strategy with business objectives and demonstrate ROI on infrastructure investments
Experience managing large operational budgets and driving cost optimization without compromising quality
Leadership & Team Building
Exceptional leadership skills with proven ability to build, mentor, and retain high-performing technical teams
Experience leading geographically distributed teams and fostering collaboration across time zones
Stakeholder Management
Strong ability to communicate technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and influence executive decision-making
Proven track record of partnering with engineering, product, and business teams to deliver integrated solutions
About US
FICO, originally known as Fair Isaac Corporation, is a leading analytics and decision management company that empowers businesses and individuals around the world with data-driven insights. Known for pioneering the FICO® Score, a standard in consumer credit risk assessment, FICO combines advanced analytics, machine learning, and sophisticated algorithms to drive smarter, faster decisions across industries. From financial services to retail, insurance, and healthcare, FICO’s innovative solutions help organizations make precise decisions, reduce risk, and enhance customer experiences. With a strong commitment to ethical use of AI and data, FICO is dedicated to improving financial access and inclusivity, fostering trust, and driving growth for a digitally evolving world
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Location: United States
Job Link: https://www.linkedin.com/jobs/view/4373043643