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Full-Time

Senior Finops Engineer

Posted on 6/12/2024

fuboTV

fuboTV

201-500 employees

Live TV streaming for sports and news

Consumer Software
Entertainment

Compensation Overview

$155k - $200kAnnually

+ Equity Plan + Cash Bonus + Unlimited PTO + Medical Benefits

Senior, Expert

New York, NY, USA

This role is a New York City based HYBRID position. Candidates must be located in NYC, and willing to come into the office on a hybrid basis.

Category
Financial Planning and Analysis (FP&A)
Finance & Banking
Required Skills
Communications
Management
Requirements
  • Proven experience as a FinOps Engineer or software engineer with cost optimization projects
  • Strong understanding of cloud platforms, particularly GCP
  • Proficiency in using cloud cost management tools like Google Cloud Cost Management, AWS Cost Explorer, etc.
  • Ability to write code in Golang and develop/maintain Terraform scripts
  • Knowledge of Kubernetes, Kafka, PostgreSQL
  • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams
  • Strong communication and relationship-building skills
Responsibilities
  • Monitor and analyze cloud spending across all services, with a focus on GCP
  • Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track cloud usage and expenses
  • Identify and alert the team of unexpected increases in cloud costs
  • Contribute to the codebase of Golang microservices to optimize for cost
  • Collaborate with engineering and finance teams to forecast and manage cloud budgets
  • Implement cost-saving measures and provide recommendations to stakeholders
  • Stay updated with cloud cost management tools and best practices

FuboTV provides a live TV streaming service that allows users to watch a variety of channels, including sports, news, and entertainment, all from a single app. The service operates primarily in the U.S., Canada, Spain, and France, targeting individuals who prefer streaming over traditional cable TV, especially those who have canceled their cable subscriptions. FuboTV functions as a virtual Multichannel Video Programming Distributor (vMVPD), offering multiple live TV channels through internet streaming. Users pay a monthly subscription fee for access to live channels and on-demand content, while the company also earns revenue through advertising. FuboTV distinguishes itself from competitors by focusing on an interactive viewing experience and a strong emphasis on premium content, particularly for sports fans. The company's goal is to create a leading global platform for live TV streaming that enhances how viewers engage with television.

Company Stage

Series D

Total Funding

$152.9M

Headquarters

New York City, New York

Founded

2015

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

1%

1 year growth

2%

2 year growth

8%
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Simplify's Take

What believers are saying

  • FuboTV's high viewer engagement and attention metrics indicate strong user satisfaction and potential for sustained growth.
  • Strategic partnerships with regional sports networks like YES and MASN solidify FuboTV's position as a go-to platform for local sports coverage.
  • The company's continuous innovation in ad technology and user experience features, such as AI-generated Instant Headlines, positions it as a leader in the streaming industry.

What critics are saying

  • The antitrust lawsuit against major media companies could lead to prolonged legal battles and financial strain.
  • FuboTV's focus on sports content may limit its appeal to a broader audience, potentially capping subscriber growth.

What makes fuboTV unique

  • FuboTV's sports-first approach sets it apart in the crowded live TV streaming market, appealing specifically to sports enthusiasts.
  • The platform's innovative ad offerings, such as interactive and pause ads, provide unique engagement opportunities for advertisers, unlike traditional TV.
  • FuboTV's integration of AI-generated Instant Headlines enhances the user experience by providing real-time contextual news updates, a feature not commonly found in other streaming services.

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