AWS Cloud Architect; FinOps

Job Title:

AWS Cloud Architect (Fin Ops 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.

We are seeking a hands‑on AWS Cloud Architect with strong Fin Ops 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.

• Design and implement scalable, secure, and cost‑efficient AWS cloud architectures.
• Lead cloud migration, modernization, and optimization initiatives.
• Implement Fin Ops best practices including cost allocation, budgeting, forecasting, and cost optimization.
• Work closely with engineering, Dev Ops, 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.

• 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 Fin Ops practices and cloud cost optimization strategies.
• Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform / Cloud Formation).
• Strong understanding of networking, security, and governance in AWS.
• Experience with monitoring and cost management tools (AWS Cost Explorer, Cloud Watch).
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to work independently and in hybrid model.