What are the responsibilities and job description for the AWS Architect FinOps Specialist position at VRIT Tech Inc?
Job Details
We are seeking an experienced AWS Architect with expertise in FinOps (Cloud Financial Management) to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in designing, implementing, and optimizing AWS cloud solutions while ensuring cost efficiency and financial accountability. This role requires a deep understanding of cloud architecture, cost management tools, and the ability to collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive cloud financial optimization.
Key Responsibilities
Cloud Architecture Design:
Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost-effective AWS cloud solutions.
Develop architecture blueprints, best practices, and governance frameworks for cloud adoption.
Ensure solutions align with business goals, compliance requirements, and industry standards.
FinOps Implementation:
Lead the implementation of FinOps practices to optimize cloud spending and improve financial accountability.
Monitor, analyze, and report on cloud costs using tools like AWS Cost Explorer, CloudHealth, or CloudCheckr.
Identify cost-saving opportunities through reserved instances, spot instances, and right-sizing of resources.
Collaborate with finance, engineering, and operations teams to establish cloud budgets, forecasts, and cost allocation models.
Cost Optimization:
Conduct regular cloud cost audits and provide actionable recommendations for optimization.
Implement automation for cost management, including tagging policies, budget alerts, and resource scheduling.
Optimize workloads for performance and cost efficiency using AWS services like Lambda, ECS, RDS, and S3.
Stakeholder Collaboration:
Work closely with DevOps, engineering, and finance teams to ensure alignment between cloud usage and financial goals.
Educate teams on FinOps principles and best practices for cloud cost management.
Provide regular cost and usage reports to stakeholders, highlighting trends and areas for improvement.
Tooling and Automation:
Evaluate and implement FinOps tools and platforms to enhance cost visibility and control.
Develop scripts and automation workflows to streamline cost management processes.
Integrate FinOps tools with existing CI/CD pipelines and monitoring systems.