Pricing and Cost Analyst

About Augment Code

Augment Code is the only AI coding assistant built for professional software engineers working in large, production‑grade codebases. Our Context  Engine understands your entire repo, enabling developers to stay in flow while writing, reviewing, and understanding code. Backed by top‑tier investors and trusted by engineering teams at leading tech companies, Augment Code is redefining how modern software is built.

About the Role

We're looking for a Pricing and Cost Analyst to join our Data & Operations team. In this role, you'll be instrumental in developing and optimizing our pricing strategy while managing the cost economics of our LLM-powered platform. You'll analyze usage patterns, model cost structures, and design pricing frameworks that balance customer value with sustainable unit economics.

This high-impact role sits at the intersection of operations, product, and engineering infrastructure. You'll own the modeling for our credit-based pricing system, forecast LLM costs, and provide strategic insights that guide both pricing decisions and cost optimization initiatives. You'll work closely with engineering, product, sales, and leadership to ensure our business model scales efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

LLM Cost Management

• Monitor and forecast costs across multiple LLM providers and model tiers
• Analyze usage patterns to identify cost optimization opportunities
• Build models to predict infrastructure costs based on product usage and growth scenarios
• Partner with engineering to implement cost-efficient serving strategies

Pricing Strategy & Analysis

• Design and refine credit-based pricing models that align with customer value and usage patterns
• Conduct competitive pricing analysis within the AI/developer tools space
• Model different pricing tiers and packaging options to optimize conversion and retention
• Analyze price elasticity and willingness-to-pay across customer segments

Financial Modeling & Forecasting

• Build comprehensive financial models linking usage metrics to revenue and cost
• Create scenario analyses for different pricing and cost structures
• Forecast gross margins and unit economics across customer cohorts

Cross-functional Partnership

• Translate complex cost and pricing analyses into actionable recommendations for leadership
• Work with Product to understand feature development impact on costs
• Collaborate with Sales to develop pricing proposals for enterprise customers
• Partner with Data team to ensure accurate tracking of usage and cost metrics

Qualifications

• 3-5 years of experience in pricing analysis, cost accounting, FP&A, or related operations roles
• Strong proficiency in financial modeling and Excel/Google Sheets
• SQL skills for data analysis and cost attribution
• Experience with LLM costs, API pricing, or cloud infrastructure economics preferred
• Understanding of credit-based or consumption pricing models highly valued
• Familiarity with SaaS metrics and B2B software business models
• Experience in the AI/ML or developer tools space a plus

The Intangibles We Value

• Low ego and a huge dose of GSD (Get Stuff Done)
• Genuine curiosity about emerging technologies and developer trends
• Strategic thinking combined with execution excellence
• Creative problem-solving approach
• Data-driven mindset for measuring and improving performance

Perks & Benefits

We invest in creating an environment where you can do your best work and enjoy showing up.

• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage
• Unlimited paid time off
• Mental health and family-forming support
• Commuter benefits, including pre-tax options and a monthly stipend
• Daily lunch, stocked kitchens, and regular in-office events
• Thoughtful office setups, plus workspace and tools stipends
• Onsite gym access and a pet-friendly HQ
• A collaborative, in-person culture built around connection and momentum

We will do everything we can within reason to make sure that your interview takes place in an environment that fairly and accurately assesses your skills. If you need assistance or accommodation, please contact your recruiter.

Augment Code is proud to be an Equal Employment Opportunity employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

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