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Cloud FinOps Architect Lead

Ponte Vedra, FL · Hybrid

$61.75 - $78.75/hr

... help dealers strengthen their finance and insurance performance and build lasting relationships ... Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) & Optimization

Cloud FinOps Architect Lead

Norcross, GA · Hybrid

$61 - $77.50/hr

... help dealers strengthen their finance and insurance performance and build lasting relationships ... Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) & Optimization

Cloud FinOps Architect Lead

Ponte Vedra, FL · Hybrid

$61.75 - $78.75/hr

... help dealers strengthen their finance and insurance performance and build lasting relationships ... Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) & Optimization

Cloud FinOps Architect Lead

Norcross, GA · On-site

$61 - $77.50/hr

... help dealers strengthen their finance and insurance performance and build lasting relationships ... Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) & Optimization

Cloud FinOps Architect Lead

Norcross, GA · Hybrid

$61 - $77.50/hr

... help dealers strengthen their finance and insurance performance and build lasting relationships ... Essential Duties and Responsibilities Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) & Optimization

We're committed to helping solve our common security problems: ineffective security tools, false ... What You'll Do We are looking for an experienced Cloud FinOps practitioner to provide visibility ...

$77K - $105K/yr

... we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation. AtAHEAD, we prioritize ... The Senior Cloud FinOps Engineer leads complex cloud financial management, optimization, and ...

... we help enterprises deliver on the promise of digital transformation. At AHEAD, we prioritize ... The Senior Cloud FinOps Engineer leads complex cloud financial management, optimization, and ...

$84K - $111K/yr

This role blends traditional multi-cloud FinOps execution with advanced analytics, Business Systems ... We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but ...

$77K - $102K/yr

This role blends traditional multi-cloud FinOps execution with advanced analytics, Business Systems ... We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but ...

Senior Cloud & AI FinOps Analyst

America, IL · On-site

$75K - $100K/yr

This role blends traditional multi-cloud FinOps execution with advanced analytics, Business Systems ... We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but ...

Senior Cloud & AI FinOps Analyst

Novi, MI · On-site

$82K - $109K/yr

This role blends traditional multi-cloud FinOps execution with advanced analytics, Business Systems ... We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but ...

Senior Cloud & AI FinOps Analyst

Novi, MI · On-site

$82K - $109K/yr

This role blends traditional multi-cloud FinOps execution with advanced analytics, Business Systems ... We help innovators turn their ideas into reality, transforming not only how things are made, but ...

Senior FinOps Platform Engineer

Renton, WA · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

You will provide technical leadership for cloud optimization initiatives and help establish reusable FinOps patterns and standards across the organization. Success in this role means cost management ...

Senior FinOps Platform Engineer

Renton, WA · On-site

$117K - $161K/yr

You will provide technical leadership for cloud optimization initiatives and help establish reusable FinOps patterns and standards across the organization. Success in this role means cost management ...

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How much do cloud finops helper jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 12, 2026, the average hourly pay for cloud finops helper in the United States is $17.92, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $20.19 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Cloud Finops Helper?

A Cloud FinOps Helper is a professional who assists organizations in managing and optimizing their cloud financial operations. Their main role is to help teams understand, monitor, and control cloud spending, ensuring that cloud resources are used efficiently and cost-effectively. They collaborate with engineering, finance, and procurement departments to track usage, implement cost-saving strategies, and improve forecasting. By leveraging tools, analytics, and best practices, Cloud FinOps Helpers drive financial accountability and maximize the value of cloud investments.

How does a Cloud Finops Helper typically interact with engineering and finance teams to optimize cloud costs?

As a Cloud Finops Helper, you will frequently serve as a bridge between engineering and finance teams. This role involves gathering cloud usage data, analyzing spending patterns, and presenting actionable insights to both technical and non-technical stakeholders. You'll facilitate meetings to discuss budget forecasts, suggest cost-saving measures, and help teams implement best practices for resource allocation. Effective communication and collaboration are essential, as you'll need to translate technical usage into financial terms and vice versa to drive alignment and cost efficiency.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Cloud Finops Helper, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Cloud Finops Helper, you need a solid understanding of cloud computing concepts, financial analysis, and cost optimization strategies, often supported by a degree in finance, IT, or a related field. Familiarity with cloud platforms (such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud), cost management tools (like AWS Cost Explorer or CloudHealth), and relevant certifications (e.g., AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner) is typical. Strong attention to detail, analytical thinking, and clear communication are important soft skills for collaborating with technical and financial teams. These competencies are crucial for effectively managing cloud expenditures, ensuring cost efficiency, and supporting organizational budgeting goals.

What is the difference between Cloud Finops Helper vs Cloud Cost Analyst?

AspectCloud Finops HelperCloud Cost Analyst
Required CredentialsBasic cloud certifications (e.g., AWS, Azure), Finops trainingCloud certifications, financial analysis certifications
Work EnvironmentCloud teams, Finops teams, IT departmentsFinance teams, cloud management teams
Employer & Industry UsageTech companies, cloud service providers, startupsLarge enterprises, cloud service providers, consulting firms
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding entry-level cloud financial rolesAnalyzing cloud costs and budgeting strategies

The Cloud Finops Helper typically focuses on assisting with cloud financial operations, cost optimization, and basic Finops practices. In contrast, a Cloud Cost Analyst performs detailed cost analysis, budgeting, and financial reporting related to cloud usage. While both roles involve cloud cost management, the Helper is more entry-level and operational, whereas the Analyst has a more analytical and strategic focus.

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Infographic showing various Cloud Finops Helper job openings in the United States as of September 2026, with employment types broken down into 93% Full Time, 3% Part Time, and 4% Contract. Highlights an 76% Physical, 6% Hybrid, and 18% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $37,276 per year, or $17.9 per hour.

Cloud FinOps Architect Lead

Ponte Vedra, FL • Hybrid

APCO Holdings
Motor Vehicle Manufacturing • 501 - 1,000 employees

$61.75 - $78.75/hr

Full-time

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Job description

APCO Holdings partners with dealerships across North America to deliver innovative vehicle protection products and services that enhance the ownership experience for customers and drive growth for our partners. Through our family of brands, we bring together industry expertise, technology, and data-driven insights to help dealers strengthen their finance and insurance performance and build lasting relationships with their customers.

Our teams work collaboratively across operations, technology, risk, finance, marketing, and sales to deliver solutions that create measurable value and support the continued growth of APCO and the partners we serve.


We are seeking a Cloud Optimization Architect to lead the financial and technical evolution of our Azure ecosystem. This is a senior-level technical role focused on the intersection of high-performance engineering and cloud financial accountability. You will be the primary architect responsible for ensuring our $1M+ annual Azure spend is optimized for maximum value through Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC), automated governance, and data-driven FinOps practices.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Cloud Financial Operations (FinOps) & Optimization

  • Strategic Optimization: Lead the "Inform, Optimize, and Operate" phases of the FinOps lifecycle to maintain a lean cloud footprint.
  • Commitment Management: Proactively manage the lifecycle of Azure Reservations and Savings Plans to maximize ROI and coverage.
  • Data Visualization: Develop and maintain automated Power BI dashboards and "Showback/Chargeback" reports to provide stakeholders with granular visibility into spend.
  • Governance & Guardrails: Implement and enforce Azure governance controls (Azure Policy, Tagging, Management Groups) to prevent cost leakage.
  • Continuous Improvement: Lead monthly "Optimization Reviews" with application owners to identify and execute rightsizing opportunities for underutilized resources.
  • Databricks Efficiency: Design and support Azure Databricks environments with a strict focus on cost-efficiency, implementing Auto-termination, Spot Instance policies, and Unity Catalog governance.

Infrastructure-as-Code (IaC) & Automation

  • Architectural Standards: Build and maintain Azure reference architectures delivered exclusively via Terraform and/or Bicep.
  • Shift-Left Costing: Integrate cost-estimation tools (e.g., Infracost) directly into CI/CD pipelines to provide visibility into the financial impact of code changes before deployment.
  • Automated Remediation: Build automated workflows to detect and remediate "zombie" resources (unattached disks, idle Load Balancers, etc.).
  • Scalable Networking: Architect secure, cost-optimized hybrid connectivity (VPN, ExpressRoute, VNet peering) and global DNS strategies.

 Resiliency & Platform Support

  • Cost-Effective DR: Design disaster recovery strategies (RTO/RPO) that balance business continuity with cost (e.g., Pilot Light vs. Multi-region Active/Active).
  • Observability: Establish monitoring and logging standards using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to track both performance and cost anomalies.
Education and Experience
  • 8+ years of experience in IT infrastructure or systems engineering.
  • 5+ years of hands-on Azure architecture experience with a proven track record of managing spend at scale ($50k-$100k+/month).
  • Expert-level proficiency in IaC: Extensive experience with Terraform (preferred) or Bicep in a production environment.
  • Advanced Azure Billing Knowledge: Deep understanding of EA/MCA agreements, Azure Resource Graph (Kusto/KQL), and retail vs. negotiated rates.
  • Data Platform Experience: Hands-on experience optimizing Azure Databricks, ADLS, and Entra ID integration.
Certifications


Preferred certifications or equivalent hands-on experience across Azure DevOps, application development, networking, identity & access management, and hybrid infrastructure:

  • FinOps Certified Practitioner (FOCP) - Highly Preferred
  • AZ-305: Azure Solutions Architect Expert
  • AZ-400: Azure DevOps Engineer Expert
  • AZ-700: Azure Network Engineer Associate
  • SC-300: Identity and Access Administrator Associate
At APCO, the way we work matters just as much as the results we deliver. Our values guide how we work, how we partner, and how we deliver results.
 
We C.A.R.E.
Committed - We build strong, high-trust relationships with our partners and each other.
Accountable - We take ownership of outcomes and hold ourselves to the highest standards of performance and integrity.
Results-Driven - We focus on delivering measurable outcomes that create value for our partners and our business.
Excellent - We strive for excellence in everything we do while balancing short-term performance with long-term success.
 
If you're excited about joining a team that values collaboration, accountability, and continuous improvement, we'd love to hear from you.
 
 
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