Manager, Cloud FinOps at Tekion

Bengaluru, Karnataka, India

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Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years), Senior (5 to 8 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Automotive, Technology, Cloud ComputingIndustries

Requirements

  • 7-12 years of experience in FinOps, cloud finance, infrastructure cost management, or related domains
  • Deep expertise in cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) and strong understanding of their pricing, billing, and discounting models
  • Hands-on experience with cloud cost management platforms, APIs, and automation
  • Proficiency in Excel, SQL, and data visualization tools (Power BI, Looker, Tableau)
  • Strong financial modeling, budgeting, and forecasting capabilities in cloud environments
  • Excellent communication skills and ability to partner effectively with both technical and non-technical stakeholders
  • Preferred Skills
  • FinOps Certified Practitioner or similar certification
  • Experience in high-growth SaaS or platform-based environments
  • Background working with Agile, DevOps, or CI/CD-driven organizations
  • Familiarity with automotive tech (plus, but not required)
  • Strong sense of ownership and drive to deliver
  • Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced startup environment
  • Proven experience managing and leading customer-facing cloud and FinOps conversations

Responsibilities

  • Lead the implementation and evolution of FinOps practices across the organization
  • Develop frameworks for cloud cost governance, budgeting, forecasting, and usage optimization
  • Own the strategy and execution of cloud financial reporting and act as a key liaison between technical and finance teams
  • Partner with engineering, DevOps, finance, and procurement teams to drive cloud cost accountability and strategic cloud investment
  • Align cloud spending with product priorities, while helping stakeholders make data-informed decisions
  • Support chargeback/showback models to ensure clear cost allocation and business unit ownership
  • Analyze cloud billing data across AWS, Azure, and GCP to identify inefficiencies, track anomalies, and recommend savings opportunities
  • Manage and optimize pricing models including Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and Spot instances
  • Improve visibility into cloud spend through effective tagging strategies and cost categorization
  • Design and maintain cloud cost dashboards and reports for executive and engineering teams
  • Implement and enhance tooling (e.g., CloudHealth, Cloudability, AWS Cost Explorer) to automate reporting and drive visibility
  • Enable self-service cost insights for engineering teams and promote a data-driven culture

Skills

FinOps
Cloud Cost Optimization
AWS
Azure
GCP
Cost Governance
Budgeting
Forecasting
Financial Reporting
DevOps
Data Analysis

Tekion

Cloud-native platform for automotive retail management

About Tekion

Tekion has developed a cloud-native platform designed for the automotive retail industry. Its main product is a Dealer Management System (DMS) that utilizes technologies like Big Data, the Internet of Things (IoT), and Machine Learning (ML) to improve the operations of car dealerships. The DMS provides a centralized view and performance metrics for dealership groups, allowing for better management and increased operational efficiency. Tekion differentiates itself from competitors by being the first and fastest cloud-native DMS available, and it integrates seamlessly with major Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs) at no extra cost. The company's goal is to enhance dealership efficiency, profitability, and customer experience through its subscription-based software-as-a-service (SaaS) model, which also includes additional services to help dealerships identify upsell and cross-sell opportunities.

Pleasanton, CaliforniaHeadquarters
2016Year Founded
$617.8MTotal Funding
GROWTH_EQUITY_VCCompany Stage
Data & Analytics, Automotive & Transportation, AI & Machine LearningIndustries
1,001-5,000Employees

Benefits

Competitive compensation and generous stock options
100% employer-paid top-of-the-line medical, dental and vision coverage
Great benefits including unlimited PTO, parental leave and free snacks and beverages
The opportunity to work with some of the brightest minds from Silicon Valley’s most dominant and successful companies
Be part of an early stage, hyper-growth start-up with the opportunity to grow and prosper
Work on the latest and coolest technologies – everything is home-grown and built ground-up
A dynamic work environment with a strong sense of community and collaboration
The open and transparent culture that encourages innovation, rewards performance and discourages hierarchy
Exciting opportunities for career growth and development

Risks

Competition from established players like CDK Global may impact Tekion's market share.
Data privacy concerns could arise from integrating generative AI into Tekion's platform.
Reliance on partnerships may pose risks if expected synergies are not achieved.

Differentiation

Tekion offers the first cloud-native platform for the automotive retail industry.
The platform integrates AI and machine learning for predictive analytics and personalization.
Tekion's Automotive Partner Cloud enables seamless data sharing across the automotive ecosystem.

Upsides

Increased adoption of cloud-native solutions boosts demand for Tekion's platform.
AI integration in dealership systems enhances customer experience and operational efficiency.
Subscription-based SaaS model aligns with industry trends, supporting Tekion's growth.

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