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FinOps SME Cloud Cost Optimization Release Engineer - Recutify Inc.
Software Engineer
FinOps SME (Cloud Cost Optimization Release Engineer) leading global cost‑optimization initiatives, managing release pipelines, and coordinating cross‑functional teams to deliver efficient, scalable cloud solutions using AWS, Azure, Terraform and CI/CD practices.
About the role
Key Responsibilities
- Serve as the single point of contact for cloud cost tracking and optimization across multiple customer projects.
- Design, implement, and maintain release pipelines that integrate cost‑optimization changes into production environments.
- Collaborate with business and technical stakeholders to prioritize and schedule optimization initiatives, ensuring alignment with business goals.
- Analyze cloud usage data, identify cost‑saving opportunities, and develop actionable recommendations for AWS and Azure environments.
- Lead cross‑functional workshops to educate teams on FinOps best practices and cost‑aware development.
Requirements
- Proven experience in FinOps, cloud cost optimization, and release management for large‑scale cloud deployments.
- Hands‑on expertise with AWS, Azure, Terraform, and CI/CD tools such as GitHub Actions, Jenkins, or Azure DevOps.
- Strong analytical skills with the ability to interpret usage metrics and translate them into tangible cost‑reduction strategies.
- Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills, capable of driving initiatives across multiple teams.
- Experience with automation, scripting (Python, Bash), and monitoring tools (CloudWatch, Azure Monitor) is a plus.
Skills
awsazureterraformcicd