About the job
Lightning AI powers PyTorch Lightning and aims to simplify the journey from AI research to production. Founded in 2019, the company builds an end-to-end platform for developing, training, and deploying AI systems. In partnership with Voltage Park, Lightning AI combines developer-focused software with scalable, cost-effective computing to support experimentation, training, and production inference. Security, observability, and control are built into the platform. The company serves researchers, startups, and large organizations worldwide, with offices in New York, San Francisco, Seattle, and London. Lightning AI is backed by investors including Coatue, Index Ventures, Bain Capital Ventures, and Firstminute.
Core Values
- Speed: Act quickly and precisely, breaking complex problems into manageable steps.
- Focus: Tackle one goal at a time, collaborating closely to deliver strong results.
- Balance: Value rest and recovery to maintain high performance and a healthy work-life balance.
- Excellence: Pursue innovation through mastery, attention to detail, and pride in craftsmanship.
- Simplicity: Drive innovation by removing unnecessary complexity and focusing on what matters most.
Role overview
The Financial Planning & Analysis Manager will lead the FP&A function following Lightning AI's merger with Voltage Park. This position sets and manages the planning cadence for a business that spans a developer-first software platform and a large-scale GPU cloud environment. A key responsibility is translating a complex Profit & Loss statement into clear performance metrics, unit economics, and capital efficiency insights for leadership, the board, and investors.
This role shapes decisions on GPU capacity, capital expenditures, software annual recurring revenue growth, merger integration, and long-term strategy. The FP&A Manager owns financial models, forecasts, and the narrative behind financial data, working closely with senior leaders across Infrastructure, Sales, Product, and Engineering.
