Azure FinOps Architect: Cloud Cost Optimizer

APCO Holdings; Norcross (GA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

APCO Holdings is seeking a Cloud Optimization Architect to lead the financial and technical evolution of their Azure ecosystem. The successful candidate will collaborate across teams to optimize a $1M+ annual Azure spend using Infrastructure-as-Code, automated governance, and data-driven FinOps practices. The role requires extensive experience in Azure architecture, hands-on expertise with Terraform, and a focus on continuous improvement and cost optimization strategies.

Qualifications

• Lead the financial and technical evolution of our Azure ecosystem.
• Develop and maintain automated Power BI dashboards for granular spend visibility.
• Implement Azure governance controls to prevent cost leakage.

Responsibilities

• Lead the FinOps lifecycle to maintain a lean cloud footprint.
• Proactively manage Azure Reservations and Savings Plans for maximizing ROI.
• Design disaster recovery strategies balancing business continuity with cost.

Skills

Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps)

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC)

Azure architecture

Terraform

Data visualization

Education

8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or systems engineering

5+ years of Azure architecture experience

FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP)

Tools

Power BI

Azure Monitor

Azure Databricks

Job description

APCO Holdings is seeking a Cloud Optimization Architect to lead the financial and technical evolution of their Azure ecosystem. The successful candidate will collaborate across teams to optimize a $1M+ annual Azure spend using Infrastructure-as-Code, automated governance, and data-driven FinOps practices. The role requires extensive experience in Azure architecture, hands-on expertise with Terraform, and a focus on continuous improvement and cost optimization strategies.