Cloud & AI Researcher at Pointfive

ABOUT POINTFIVE PointFive is the Cloud & AI Efficiency Engine trusted by engineering and FinOps teams at companies like Fanatics, H&M, Bridgestone, and Hertz. We created the category of Cloud & AI Efficiency Management — because legacy tools only show what you spend. PointFive shows what you’re wasting and helps you fix it. Customers see ROI in as little as 10 days, 1,200%+ average ROI, and a 4.9 rating on G2. Founded by the team behind IntSights (acquired by Rapid7) and backed by Index Ventures, Salesforce Ventures, Entree Capital, and Sheva Capital, we’re a fast-growing Series A company building to win one of the most important problems in modern infrastructure. We are looking for a Cloud & AI Researcher to join our team. This role is pivotal in driving value into our product offerings by providing in-depth analysis, innovative solutions, and actionable insights related to cloud & AI cost optimization. Join us in making the world of cloud optimization more efficient and actionable! JOB REQUIREMENTS Hard Skills - Proficiency in cloud technologies, including AWS, Azure, and GCP - Experience in building or researching AI technologies such as: coding agents, LLM-based applications, GPU training - Hands-on capabilities in cloud native environments (e.g. k8s) - Proficiency in big data analytics (SQL) and data modelling - Familiarity with cloud infra / DevOps tools and processes Soft Skills - Excellent analytical skills - Advanced research methodologies - Proven track record of conducting hands-on, low-level research - Proven track record of delivering innovative POCs - Strong written and verbal communication skills - Ability to work effectively at the junction of research, product, and development Advantages - Published technical research artifacts (blog/white papers/OSS etc.) - Experience in public speaking (conferences, meetups, etc.) - Prior cloud security research experience JOB RESPONSIBILITIES - Conduct comprehensive hands-on research on AI & Cloud technologies, trends and best practices with a focus on cost optimization - Collaborate with product development teams to integrate research findings and PoCs into new platform features and enhancements - Bring domain expertise into pre-sales and post-sales processes, directly and tightly working with prospects to maximize value - Publish thought-leadership technical content, in various forms: blog/white papers/OSS/Webinars/Live sessions. Equal Opportunity Statement PointFive is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome candidates from all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives to apply.