Full-Time

Director of Finops-Cloud Infrastructure Engineering

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Athena Health

Athena Health

5,001-10,000 employees

Cloud-based healthcare management solutions provider

Social Impact
Healthcare

Senior, Expert

Remote in USA

Category
DevOps & Infrastructure
Financial Operations
Required Skills
Microsoft Azure
AWS
Risk Management
Data Analysis
Financial Modeling

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Degree
Experience
Requirements
  • Bachelor’s degree in Finance, Accounting, Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field
  • Minimum of 5-10 years of experience in financial operations, cloud finance management, or related fields
  • At least 5 years of experience managing cloud financial operations in large-scale environments using AWS and Azure
  • Strong experience with cloud cost management tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management, CloudHealth, Apptio)
  • Deep understanding of cloud pricing models, billing, and cost allocation strategies for AWS and Azure
  • Expertise in cloud infrastructure, architecture, and financial management in a hybrid/multi-cloud environment
  • Strong data analysis and financial modeling skills, with the ability to interpret complex data and communicate findings clearly
  • Experience with governance, compliance, and risk management in a cloud environment, particularly in the healthcare sector
  • Ability to collaborate effectively across multiple teams and departments
  • Excellent leadership, interpersonal, and communication skills
  • Ability to influence decision-makers and drive change across the organization
  • Strong problem-solving skills with a focus on practical solutions and cost-effective outcomes
Responsibilities
  • Develop and implement FinOps strategies to optimize cloud costs and ensure financial transparency across the organization
  • Collaborate with senior leadership to align cloud financial goals with broader organizational objectives
  • Build a culture of cost accountability and ownership across engineering, operations, and finance teams
  • Oversee the monitoring and optimization of AWS and Azure cloud spending, ensuring cost efficiency and the effective use of resources
  • Implement and manage best practices for cloud cost forecasting, budgeting, and reporting
  • Analyze cloud usage trends, identify cost-saving opportunities, and provide actionable insights to leadership
  • Continuously evaluate pricing models, manage reserved instances, and implement other cost-saving mechanisms to reduce cloud expenditures
  • Lead the development and maintenance of cloud financial reporting and analytics to track costs, usage, and ROI
  • Provide regular reports to senior leadership and stakeholders on cloud spend, forecasts, and financial performance
  • Utilize cloud-native tools (e.g., AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management) along with third-party tools (e.g. Apptio) to monitor, analyze, and report on cloud expenses
  • Work closely with engineering, IT, and product teams to drive efficient use of cloud resources while balancing performance, scalability, and cost
  • Partner with procurement and vendor management teams to optimize cloud provider contracts, licensing, and subscription models
  • Educate and train teams across the organization on best practices for cost control and cloud resource optimization
  • Ensure that cloud financial management practices align with healthcare industry regulations and internal policies
  • Establish governance frameworks for cloud resource usage and cost management, including tagging, monitoring, and reporting
  • Maintain compliance with HIPAA, GDPR, and other relevant data protection regulations as they pertain to cloud resources
  • Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing FinOps team to support the organization’s cloud financial operations
  • Set clear objectives, KPIs, and performance metrics for the team, ensuring alignment with broader company goals
  • Foster a collaborative and transparent culture, driving continuous improvement in cloud financial operations

Athenahealth offers cloud-based services to enhance the efficiency of healthcare providers, including electronic health records (EHR), revenue cycle management (RCM), and patient engagement tools. Their integrated solutions help clinicians manage patient information, streamline billing, and improve communication with patients. Unlike many competitors, Athenahealth also supports underserved communities through its athenaGives initiative, providing free EHR technology to charitable clinics. The company's goal is to improve clinical outcomes and financial performance for healthcare providers while reducing administrative burdens.

Company Stage

IPO

Total Funding

$38.9M

Headquarters

Watertown, Massachusetts

Founded

1997

Growth & Insights
Headcount

6 month growth

9%

1 year growth

9%

2 year growth

9%
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What believers are saying

  • AI-powered Ambient Notes enhance efficiency by reducing clinical documentation burdens for ambulatory practices.
  • Marketplace expansion with partners like WCH and Fruit Street Health increases platform value for providers.
  • AI in RCM streamlines administrative processes, improving financial performance for physician practices.

What critics are saying

  • Increased competition from AI-driven EHR solutions like Suki may challenge athenahealth's market position.
  • Integration of remote care platforms could raise data privacy concerns with shared patient information.
  • AI-powered Ambient Notes may face resistance from providers wary of AI in clinical settings.

What makes Athena Health unique

  • Athenahealth offers a comprehensive, cloud-based healthcare management solution integrating EHR, RCM, and patient engagement.
  • The company provides a unique Marketplace program, enabling integration with third-party applications.
  • Athenahealth's philanthropic arm, athenaGives, supports underserved communities with free EHR technology.

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Health Insurance

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