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Network Architect - AWS

Irvine, CA · On-site

$69.50 - $91.25/hr

AWS Cost Optimization Preferred Certifications: * AWS Certified Advanced Networking - Specialty * AWS Certified Solutions Architect - Professional * CCIE / CCNP or equivalent networking certification ...

Lead AWS FinOps Analyst

Richardson, TX · Hybrid

$65K - $85K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

AWS Cost Optimization Hub * Strong understanding of FinOps principles and cloud financial management. * Familiarity with: CI/CD pipelines and shift-left engineering practices. * Advanced SQL skills ...

Lead AWS FinOps Analyst

Tempe, AZ · Hybrid

$69K - $90K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

AWS Cost Optimization Hub * Strong understanding of FinOps principles and cloud financial management. * Familiarity with: CI/CD pipelines and shift-left engineering practices. * Advanced SQL skills ...

Lead AWS FinOps Analyst

Dunwoody, GA · Hybrid

$71K - $93K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

AWS Cost Optimization Hub * Strong understanding of FinOps principles and cloud financial management. * Familiarity with: CI/CD pipelines and shift-left engineering practices. * Advanced SQL skills ...

Lead AWS FinOps Analyst

Bloomington, IL · Hybrid

$68K - $89K/yr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Retirement

AWS Cost Optimization Hub * Strong understanding of FinOps principles and cloud financial management. * Familiarity with: CI/CD pipelines and shift-left engineering practices. * Advanced SQL skills ...

AWS Engineer ( Finops )

Miami, FL · On-site

$62 - $81.25/hr

The ideal candidate will be responsible for assessing, enhancing, and optimizing AWS cloud environments to ensure performance efficiency, cost-effectiveness, security, and scalability. Years of ...

Sr. Cloud Architect

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on AWS, utilizing cloud-native technologies and cost optimization strategies (e.g., auto-scaling, reserved instances, storage ...

Sr. Cloud Architect

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on AWS, utilizing cloud-native technologies and cost optimization strategies (e.g., auto-scaling, reserved instances, storage ...

Sr. Cloud Architect

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on AWS, utilizing cloud-native technologies and cost optimization strategies (e.g., auto-scaling, reserved instances, storage ...

Sr. Cloud Architect

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on AWS, utilizing cloud-native technologies and cost optimization strategies (e.g., auto-scaling, reserved instances, storage ...

Sr. Cloud Architect

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on AWS, utilizing cloud-native technologies and cost optimization strategies (e.g., auto-scaling, reserved instances, storage ...

Sr. Cloud Architect

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on AWS, utilizing cloud-native technologies and cost optimization strategies (e.g., auto-scaling, reserved instances, storage ...

Sr. Cloud Architect

$66.50 - $84.75/hr

  • Medical

  • Dental

  • Vision

  • Life

  • Retirement

  • PTO

Design and architect scalable, secure, and cost-effective cloud solutions on AWS, utilizing cloud-native technologies and cost optimization strategies (e.g., auto-scaling, reserved instances, storage ...

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How much do aws cost optimization jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 16, 2026, the average yearly pay for aws cost optimization in the United States is $97,048.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $114,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is an AWS Cost Optimization?

An AWS Cost Optimization job focuses on analyzing cloud usage and spending to identify opportunities for reducing costs while maintaining performance and scalability. Professionals in this role use tools like AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Budgets, and Reserved Instances to optimize resource allocation. They work closely with finance and engineering teams to implement cost-saving strategies such as rightsizing instances, leveraging savings plans, and implementing automation for cost management.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive in AWS Cost Optimization?

To thrive in AWS Cost Optimization, a strong background in cloud computing, financial analysis, and AWS services is essential, often supported by a bachelor's degree in computer science, IT, or a related field. Familiarity with tools like AWS Cost Explorer, Trusted Advisor, and experience with AWS Certified Solutions Architect or AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner certifications are typically required. Analytical thinking, attention to detail, and effective communication are key soft skills for success. These skills are vital for implementing cost-saving strategies, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring an organization maximizes value from its AWS investments.

Are AWS Cost Optimization jobs still in demand?

AWS Cost Optimization roles are in high demand as organizations seek to manage cloud expenses effectively. These jobs often require skills in cloud billing, cost analysis tools, and certifications like AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner or AWS Certified Solutions Architect. The increasing adoption of cloud services continues to drive demand for professionals specializing in cost management and optimization.

What are the common challenges faced by professionals in AWS Cost Optimization?

One common challenge in AWS Cost Optimization is balancing the need for robust cloud services with efficient resource spending, especially as cloud environments become increasingly complex. Professionals in this role must frequently analyze usage patterns, negotiate resource commitments, and recommend architectural changes to minimize wasted spend. They often work closely with IT, engineering, and finance teams to align technical requirements with budget goals. Staying current with evolving AWS pricing models and features is crucial for providing ongoing actionable advice to organizations.

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Infographic showing various Aws Cost Optimization job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 88% Full Time, 7% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 94% Physical, 2% Hybrid, and 4% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $97,048 per year, or $46.7 per hour.

Network Architect - AWS

Northern Base

Irvine, CA • On-site

$69.50 - $91.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 4 days ago


Job description

Hiring Alert | Network Architect – AWS

Location: Irvine, CA (Onsite)
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience Required: 8–10 Years
Visa Type: USC / GC Only

Must-Have Skills:
  • AWS Networking
  • AWS VPC
  • AWS Transit Gateway
  • AWS PrivateLink
  • AWS CloudFront
  • AWS Global Accelerator
  • BGP
  • OSPF
  • SD-WAN
  • AWS Direct Connect
  • Site-to-Site VPN
  • AWS IAM
  • AWS KMS
  • Palo Alto / Fortinet
  • Python / Boto3
  • Bash Scripting
  • Terraform / CloudFormation
  • AWS Control Tower
  • AWS Organizations
  • AWS Network Firewall
  • AWS WAF
  • Security Groups / NACLs
  • Route 53
  • ALB / NLB / GWLB
  • CloudWatch
  • VPC Flow Logs
  • Traffic Mirroring
  • IPAM
  • Hybrid Cloud Networking
  • Legacy Application Migration
  • Zero-Trust Network Architecture
  • Network Security & Governance
  • Disaster Recovery Planning
  • AWS Cost Optimization
Preferred Certifications:
  • AWS Certified Advanced Networking – Specialty
  • AWS Certified Solutions Architect – Professional
  • CCIE / CCNP or equivalent networking certification
Preferred Experience:
  • 8+ years of enterprise networking experience
  • 5+ years of AWS Cloud Architecture experience
  • Experience designing enterprise-grade AWS network architectures
  • Experience with multi-account AWS environments using Control Tower and Organizations
  • Strong experience with hybrid connectivity and global network architecture
  • Experience designing Zero-Trust and micro-segmented network environments
  • Experience migrating multi-tier legacy applications from on-premises to AWS
  • Strong Infrastructure-as-Code experience using Terraform or CloudFormation
  • Experience with network performance monitoring and observability
  • Experience optimizing AWS data-transfer and egress costs
  • Experience mentoring junior engineers and leading cross-functional initiatives
  • Strong stakeholder and executive communication skills
  • Proven ability to resolve complex architectural and disaster recovery challenges
Tech Stack:

AWS | VPC | Transit Gateway | PrivateLink | CloudFront | Global Accelerator | Direct Connect | Site-to-Site VPN | BGP | OSPF | SD-WAN | IAM | KMS | Palo Alto | Fortinet | Python | Boto3 | Bash | Terraform | CloudFormation | Control Tower | AWS Organizations | Network Firewall | WAF | Security Groups | NACLs | Route 53 | ALB | NLB | GWLB | CloudWatch | VPC Flow Logs | Traffic Mirroring | IPAM | Zero Trust | Hybrid Cloud | Network Security | Disaster Recovery | AWS Cost Optimization