What are the responsibilities and job description for the Senior Expert Cloud FinOps Architect position at INSPYR Solutions?
Job Details
Title: Senior Expert Cloud FinOps Architect
Location: Remote/Hybrid - Santa Monica, CA.
Duration: 12 months long term project
Compensation: $90-105/hr
Work Requirements: , Holders or Authorized to Work in the U.S.
We are seeking a cloud architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a deep understanding of cloud infrastructure and cost management, and will work closely with our internal development teams to identify and implement strategies to reduce cloud expenses without compromising performance or scalability.
Responsibilities
* Lead the analysis of current cloud expenses and usage patterns to uncover cost-saving opportunities and eliminate inefficiencies.
* Collaborate with development teams to optimize cloud resource allocation and utilization.
* Develop and implement cost management strategies, including rightsizing, optimizing storage solutions, and looking for efficiencies on managed services.
* Monitor and report on cloud costs, providing insights and recommendations for continuous improvement.
* Work directly with internal developer teams to implement these recommendations on new and existing projects.
* Work with DevOps and Infra engineers to optimize our internal Kubernetes platform.
* Stay up-to-date with the latest cloud technologies and cost management tools to ensure best practices are being followed.
Requirements
* Experience working with large-scale cloud systems
* An understanding of cloud billing and optimization, preferably with major cloud providers such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.
* Strong analytical skills and the ability to interpret complex billing data.
* Excellent communication and collaboration skills to work effectively with cross-functional teams.
* Experience with Optimizing Kubernetes Applications
* Experience with automation, IaC, and scripting (e.g., Terraform, go, Python) to drive cost optimization.
Preferred Skills
* Familiarity with DevOps practices and tools, including ArgoCD
* Familiarity with software development or experience as a software architect
* Experience with cloud observability and dashboarding (e.g. Grafana)
* Basic knowledge of financial principles and cost accounting related to cloud services.
* Ability to troubleshoot and update Excel/Google Sheets reports related to cost reporting
Our benefits package includes:
- Comprehensive medical benefits
- Competitive pay
- 401(k) retirement plan
- ...and much more!
Technology is our focus and quality is our commitment. As a national expert in delivering flexible technology and talent solutions, we strategically align industry and technical expertise with our clients' business objectives and cultural needs. Our solutions are tailored to each client and include a wide variety of professional services, project, and talent solutions. By always striving for excellence and focusing on the human aspect of our business, we work seamlessly with our talent and clients to match the right solutions to the right opportunities. Learn more about us at inspyrsolutions.com.
INSPYR Solutions provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, INSPYR Solutions complies with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities
Salary : $90 - $105
