Technical Program Manager, Cloud Economics

Who you are

You have a strong background in program management, ideally with experience in cloud economics or financial analysis — you've navigated complex problem spaces and have a knack for forecasting and optimizing costs. Your analytical skills allow you to uncover second-order effects of infrastructure decisions, and you thrive in environments where you can influence both execution and long-term strategy. You are comfortable working with engineering and finance leaders, translating technical details into actionable insights that drive decision-making. You understand the importance of diverse perspectives and are eager to bring your unique viewpoint to the team.

Desirable

Experience in a multi-cloud environment is a plus, as is familiarity with cloud cost management tools. You may have a background in engineering or finance, which helps you bridge the gap between technical and financial discussions. A proactive approach to problem-solving and a collaborative mindset will set you apart in this role.

What you'll do

As a Technical Program Manager at Block, you will play a critical role in defining how cloud spending is understood and forecasted across the organization. You will work closely with engineering teams to make informed trade-offs between speed, reliability, and cost, ensuring that cloud investments are optimized for maximum impact. Your responsibilities will include framing complex problems, developing hypotheses, and creating new analytical approaches that help leaders answer critical questions regarding cloud investment. You will also partner with various stakeholders to influence both near-term execution and long-term strategy, ensuring that the company's cloud resources are utilized effectively.

You will be expected to operate with high ownership in ambiguous problem spaces, leveraging your analytical skills to forecast dynamic spend drivers and uncover insights that inform executive decision-making. Your work will directly impact how Block allocates its significant cloud investments, and you will be instrumental in shaping the company's approach to cloud economics.

What we offer

At Block, you will be part of a mission-driven company focused on economic empowerment. We offer a collaborative work environment where diverse perspectives are valued, and your contributions will have a direct impact on the company's success. While specific salary details were not mentioned, we provide competitive compensation and benefits to support our employees' well-being and professional growth. Join us in building a financial system that is open to everyone.