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Stifel

Senior FinOps Specialist

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Strong knowledge of cloud pricing models, billing structures, and cost optimization levers across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP). * Proven ability to translate complex cloud financial data ...

Stifel

FinOps Specialist

Memphis, TN · On-site

Foundational knowledge of cloud pricing models, billing structures, and cost optimization concepts across at least one major cloud platform (AWS, Azure, GCP); exposure to multiple platforms a plus.

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Saransh Inc

Environment Manager

Atlanta, GA · On-site

$112K - $116K/yr

Strong understanding of cloud cost optimization/FinOps (AWS Cost Explorer, Kubecost, CloudHealth). * Excellent stakeholder management, risk escalation, and communication skills.

MSRCosmos

AWS Data Architect

Torrance, CA · On-site

$65.50 - $84.25/hr

Optimize data storage and processing costs by leveraging AWS cost optimization features. * Data Exchange * Develop the required governance, security, monitoring and guard rails to enable efficient ...

MSR Cosmos

AWS Data Architect

Torrance, CA · On-site

$66.50 - $85.50/hr

Optimize data storage and processing costs by leveraging AWS cost optimization features. * Data Exchange * Develop the required governance, security, monitoring and guard rails to enable efficient ...

American Chemical Society

Cloud Engineer

Washington, DC · On-site

$63 - $84.25/hr

This role will focus on AWS multi-account management, cloud security, infrastructure automation, identity and access management, networking, monitoring, and cost optimization. The candidate must have ...

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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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Senior FinOps Specialist

Stifel

Saint Louis, MO • On-site

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

This job post has expired 1 day ago. Applications are no longer accepted.

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8.3

Company rating: 8.3 out of 10

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Job description

What You'll Be Doing
The Senior FinOps Specialist is responsible for leading cloud financial management and cost optimization strategies across the enterprise's multi-cloud and SaaS environments. This role partners with technology, finance, and business stakeholders to establish FinOps practices that drive accountability, transparency, and efficient use of cloud resources. The Senior FinOps Specialist develops and implements cost governance frameworks, builds forecasting and showback models, identifies optimization opportunities, and enables data-driven decision-making to maximize the business value of cloud investments while maintaining alignment with regulatory and compliance requirements.
What We're Looking For
  • Develop and execute FinOps strategies and operating models to optimize cloud spend across AWS, Azure, and other cloud platforms.
  • Design and implement cost allocation models, including showback frameworks, to drive accountability and transparency across business units.
  • Build and maintain cloud cost forecasting, budgeting, and variance analysis capabilities through vendor and business partnerships to support financial planning and governance.
  • Identify, prioritize, and drive implementation of cost optimization opportunities including rightsizing, reserved capacity planning, spot instance strategies, and architectural recommendations.
  • Partner with engineering and platform teams to embed cost awareness into development practices, CI/CD pipelines, and infrastructure-as-code standards.
  • Establish and manage tagging governance policies to ensure accurate cost attribution and reporting across all cloud resources.
  • Create and deliver executive dashboards, cost reports, and KPIs that communicate cloud financial performance to leadership and business stakeholders.
  • Lead FinOps governance processes including cost anomaly detection, budget alerting, and spend review cadences.
  • Negotiate and manage cloud provider commitments, including Reserved Instances, Savings Plans, and Enterprise Discount Programs.
  • Collaborate with IT Governance and Finance to align cloud financial management with enterprise budgeting and procurement processes.
  • Serve as a subject matter expert and trusted advisor on FinOps practices, educating teams on cost-conscious cloud consumption.
  • Stay current with FinOps Foundation frameworks, cloud provider pricing models, and emerging best practices to continuously mature the organization's FinOps capabilities.

What You'll Bring
  • Deep understanding of FinOps principles, frameworks, and practices as defined by the FinOps Foundation.
  • Strong knowledge of cloud pricing models, billing structures, and cost optimization levers across major cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP).
  • Proven ability to translate complex cloud financial data into actionable insights and executive-level recommendations.
  • Strong analytical, financial modeling, and data analysis skills.
  • Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills with the ability to influence across technical and business teams.
  • Experience building and operationalizing cost governance processes and policies.
  • Ability to work cross-functionally and manage multiple priorities in a complex, fast-paced environment.

Education & Experience
  • Minimum Required: Bachelor's degree in Finance, Information Technology, Business Administration, Computer Science, or a related field, or equivalent experience.
  • Minimum Required: 5+ years of experience in cloud financial management, IT finance, cloud operations, or a related discipline with progressive responsibility. 2+ years of hands-on experience with cloud cost management and optimization in enterprise multi-cloud and SaaS environments.
  • Financial services or regulated industry experience strongly preferred.

Licenses & Credentials
  • Preferred: FinOps Certified Practitioner or FinOps Certified Professional certification.
  • Cloud certifications (AWS Solutions Architect, Azure Administrator, or equivalent) a plus.

Systems & Technology
  • Expert proficiency with native cloud cost management tools (AWS Cost Explorer, AWS Cost and Usage Reports, Azure Cost Management, GCP Billing).
  • Experience with leading third-party FinOps platforms. Cloudability experience a plus.
  • Strong skills in data visualization and reporting tools (e.g., Power BI, Tableau, QuickSight) for building cost dashboards.

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About Stifel
Stifel is more than 130 years old and still thinking like a start-up. We are a global wealth management and investment banking firm serious about innovation and fresh ideas. Built on a simple premise of safeguarding our clients' money as if it were our own, coined by our namesake, Herman Stifel, our success is intimately tied to our commitment to helping families, companies, and municipalities find their own success.
While our headquarters is in St. Louis, we have offices in New York, San Francisco, Baltimore, London, Frankfurt, Toronto, and more than 400 other locations. Stifel is home to approximately 9,000 individuals who are currently building their careers as financial advisors, research analysts, project managers, marketing specialists, developers, bankers, operations associates, among hundreds more. Let's talk about how you can find your place here at Stifel, where success meets success.
At Stifel we offer an entrepreneurial environment, comprehensive benefits package to include health, dental and vision care, 401k, wellness initiatives, life insurance, and paid time off.
Stifel is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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