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Architect - FinOps

Zynga
Location
Toronto, Canada
Posted
2 months ago
Department
Corporate
What they actually want (must-haves)
  • B.S. in Computer Science, Math, Statistics, Engineering, or other quantitative field (or equivalent experience)
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience with cloud infrastructure (AWS)
  • 8+ years of hands-on experience with software programming (preferably Python)
  • Hands-on experience with SQL tables and SQL queries
  • Hands-on experience developing APIs, UIs, and data pipelines
  • Hands-on experience with infrastructure-as-code and continuous integration testing
Nice to have
  • Previous experience with FinOps practices and cost management analysis
What the job really is

As an Architect for the FinOps team at Zynga, you will lead the technical direction and development of backend services for various games. Your role involves mentoring engineers, optimizing costs across cloud services, and collaborating with multiple teams to implement data analysis tools and cost-saving initiatives. You will also serve as a technical advisor, addressing complex inquiries related to cloud cost optimization and architecture.

Benefits
  • World-class benefits package
  • Base pay range of $156,140 to $206,140 CAD per year
  • Bonus and/or equity awards
  • Eligibility to participate in 401(K) plan and Employee Stock Purchase Program
  • Medical, dental, vision, and basic life insurance coverage
  • 14 paid holidays per calendar year
Things to weigh
  • No specific mention of the technology stack beyond AWS and GCP
  • Role involves collaboration with a large number of teams, which may indicate a complex work environment
  • Position is for an existing vacancy, indicating possible urgency in hiring
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