AWS Cloud Architect (FinOps Experience Required)

ExaTech Inc; Atlanta (GA); Hybrid; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Part time

Job summary

A technology company is searching for a hands-on AWS Cloud Architect with strong FinOps experience to design and optimize cloud infrastructure solutions. This role involves leading cloud migration strategies and implementing cost management practices while ensuring security and compliance. The position requires initial onsite work in Atlanta for 2–3 weeks, followed by a hybrid working model. Candidates should have extensive AWS experience and excellent communication skills.

Qualifications

• 12+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in AWS cloud architecture.
• Strong hands-on experience with various AWS services.
• Proven experience in FinOps practices.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement scalable and secure AWS cloud architectures.
• Lead cloud migration and optimization initiatives.
• Implement FinOps best practices for cost management.

Skills

AWS services expertise (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM)

FinOps practices and cloud cost optimization

Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / CloudFormation)

Networking and security in AWS

Monitoring and cost management tools (AWS Cost Explorer, CloudWatch)

Communication and stakeholder management skills

Job description

Job Title: AWS Cloud Architect (FinOps Experience Required)

Location: Atlanta, GA (Hybrid – Initial 2–3 weeks onsite, then remote. Open to candidates who can travel to Atlanta for onboarding)

Employment Type: Contract

This is a W2 role. We need visa independent candidates.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a hands‑on AWS Cloud Architect with strong FinOps experience to design, implement, and optimize cloud infrastructure solutions. The ideal candidate will have deep expertise in AWS architecture, cloud cost optimization, governance, and financial accountability. This role requires initial onsite presence in Atlanta for 2–3 weeks, followed by remote work.

Key Responsibilities:

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost‑efficient AWS cloud architectures.
• Lead cloud migration, modernization, and optimization initiatives.
• Implement FinOps best practices including cost allocation, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
• Work closely with engineering, DevOps, and finance teams to ensure cost transparency and cloud governance.
• Perform AWS Well‑Architected reviews and recommend improvements.
• Monitor cloud usage, spending, and performance metrics.
• Ensure security, compliance, and operational best practices.
• Provide hands‑on troubleshooting and support for cloud infrastructure.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• 12+ years of IT experience with 5+ years in AWS cloud architecture.
• Strong hands‑on experience with AWS services (EC2, S3, RDS, Lambda, VPC, IAM, etc.).
• Proven experience in FinOps practices and cloud cost optimization strategies.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / CloudFormation).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and governance in AWS.
• Experience with monitoring and cost management tools (AWS Cost Explorer, CloudWatch).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in hybrid model.