Cloud Cost Optimization Engineer

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At Techjays, we are driving the future of artificial intelligence with a bold mission to empower businesses worldwide by helping them build AI solutions that transform industries. As an established leader in the AI space, we combine deep expertise with a collaborative, agile approach to deliver impactful technology that drives meaningful change.

Our global team consists of professionals who have honed their skills at leading companies such as Google, Akamai, NetApp, ADP, Cognizant Consulting, and Capgemini. With engineering teams across the globe, we deliver tailored AI software and services to clients ranging from startups to large-scale enterprises.

Be part of a company that’s pushing the boundaries of digital transformation. At Techjays, you’ll work on exciting projects that redefine industries, innovate with the latest technologies, and contribute to solutions that make a real-world impact. Join us on our journey to shape the future with AI.

We are looking for a Cloud Cost Optimization Engineer with deep expertise in cloud financial operations (FinOps), cost modeling, automation, and AI-enhanced optimization. You will work closely with engineering, cloud operations, SRE, governance, and finance teams to improve cloud cost efficiency, forecast spending, and build automated workflows that ensure sustainable scaling across AWS and Azure.

Years of Experience : 6 - 8 years

Location : Remote

Key Skills :

Primary Skills : AWS (advanced certifications), Kubernetes, Docker, Terraform, Helm charts, Python scripting

Secondary Skills : Dashboard creation

Certifications : Cloud certifications (AWS Certified Cloud Practitioner, Azure Fundamentals, Kubernetes) preferred

Key Responsibilities

Cost Analysis & Optimization

Lead comprehensive cost optimization of AWS and Azure cloud services and infrastructure

Analysis of AWS and Azure billing data, usage data from asset inventory and monitoring utilization data to assess Engineering teams cloud consumption, identify wasteful spend, and provide actionable insights to optimize spend

Financial analysis to identify trends, patterns, and anomalies in spending and financial performance

Conduct deep-dive investigation of cost overruns and optimization opportunities through data-driven analysis

Develop and maintain cost optimization strategies, roadmaps, and forecasting models

Technical Leadership & Automation

Automation with serverless products on AWS (Lambda, Step Functions, EventBridge) and Azure (Functions, Logic Apps, Event Grid), Python, Terraform etc. to repeat analysis, data collection, recommendation generation, and track benefit implementation to reduce Cost overruns.

Create and maintain cost attribution models to specific cost centers and automated reporting dashboards

Implement cloud cost governance frameworks and best practices

Stakeholder Engagement & Implementation

Engage with Engineering & Cloud Platform teams to drive optimization implementation

Work closely with engineering teams to understand infrastructure requirements and provide technical recommendations for cost-effective architecture improvements

Present findings and recommendations to senior leadership and stakeholders

Process Improvement & Governance

Establish KPIs and metrics to track cost optimization progress and benefit realization

Develop cost optimization playbooks, documentation, and training materials

Conduct knowledge sharing sessions with engineering teams

Required Qualifications

Infrastructure & Cloud technology industry experience (6+ Years)

Proficient in AWS and Azure infrastructure and services with hands-on experience in cost management tools (AWS Cost Explorer, Azure Cost Management)

Proficient in Python, AWS / Azure CLI, Terraform, and GitHub workflows (4+ Years)

Proficient in data analysis tools e.g., Excel, SQL (4+ Years)

Experience with cloud architecture patterns, containerization (Docker, Kubernetes), and CI / CD pipelines

Ability to analyze complex data sets, identify patterns, and draw actionable insights

Ability to translate complex technical data into business insights

Experience in Engineering, Cost Optimization, and reducing Cloud spend

Knowledge of Engineering practices and cost optimization methodologies

What we offer :

Best in class packages

Paid holidays and flexible paid time away

Casual dress code & flexible working environment

Work in an engaging, fast paced environment with ample opportunities for professional development.

Medical Insurance covering self & family up to 4 lakhs per person.

Diverse and multicultural work environment

Be part of an innovation-driven culture that provides the support and resources needed to succeed.