Cloud Architect – Finops at Tek Experts Full Time NEW

Job Title: Cloud Architect – Finops

Location: Victoria Island, Lagos
Job ID: 16274
Job Type: Full-time (Hybrid)

Job Overview

• We are looking for a Cloud Architect – FinOps to drive cost optimization, financial governance, and operational efficiency for our Azure cloud environment. This role will be part of the Microsoft Cloud Center of Excellence (CoE), ensuring that cloud investments align with business objectives by implementing FinOps principles, cost analytics, automation, and AI-driven optimizations.
• The ideal candidate has deep expertise in Azure Cost Management, Reserved Instance (RI) Optimization, Savings Plans, Cloud Budgeting, and Forecasting.
• At TeKnowledge, your work makes an impact from day one. We partner with organizations to deliver AI-First Expert Technology Services that drive meaningful impact in AI, Customer Experience, and Cybersecurity. We turn complexity into clarity and potential into progress—in a place where people lead and tech empowers.
• You’ll be part of a diverse and inclusive team where trust, teamwork, and shared success fuel everything we do. We push boundaries, using advanced technologies to solve complex challenges for clients around the world.
• Here, your work drives real change, and your ideas help shape the future of technology. We invest in you with top-tier training, mentorship, and career development—ensuring you stay ahead in an ever-evolving world.
• We’re looking for innovators, problem-solvers, and experts ready to drive change and grow with us.
• We Are TeKnowledge. Where People Lead and Tech Empowers.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement FinOps strategies for Azure cost visibility, optimization, and governance.
• Optimize compute, storage, and network costs using Reserved Instances (RI), Savings Plans, Spot VMs, and Auto-scaling.
• Conduct predictive cost analysis using Azure Cost Management.
• Establish chargeback/showback models for cloud consumption transparency.
• Automate cost monitoring using Azure Monitor, Cost APIs, and Log Analytics.
• Proficiency in Tagging Strategies for Cost Allocation and Governance.
• Design automated budget alerts and cost-saving actions using Logic Apps, Event Grid, and Power BI dashboards.
• Use Azure Functions or Power Automate to enforce cost control policies dynamically.
• Define FinOps best practices and enforce Azure Policy & Role-Based Access Control (RBAC).
• Ensure compliance with CFO governance, SOC2, ISO 27001, and financial reporting standards.
• Develop cost governance frameworks for multi-cloud and hybrid environments.
• Work closely with Finance, Engineering, and Cloud Operations teams to implement FinOps cultural transformation.
• Develop multi-year cloud budget forecasts aligned with business goals.
• Use Power BI and Cost APIs to create real-time spend analysis dashboards.
• Optimize Reserved Instance (RI) purchases and auto-renewal policies based on usage patterns.
• Conduct cost-saving workshops and training for internal teams.

Qualifications

• 3+ years of experience in Cloud Cost Optimization, Cloud Finance, or Cloud Architecture.
• Deep expertise in Azure Cost Management, FinOps Framework, and Budgeting.
• Designing Cloud Cost Optimization Strategies while maintaining performance and reliability.
• Strong experience with Cloud Financial Governance and Policy-Based Cost Controls.
• Experience in Analyzing Billing Data and Usage Trends to reduce cloud costs.
• Implementing Cloud Budgeting, Forecasting, and Cost Chargeback Models.
• Ability to Automate Cost Reporting and Alerting.
• Strong understanding of SaaS, PaaS, and IaaS Cost Implications.
• Knowledge of Anomaly Detection in Cloud Billing and Resource Utilization.
• Collaborating with Finance, Engineering, and Product Teams to align on Cloud Cost Strategies.
• Hands-on experience with Azure Pricing Calculator, RI Management, and Savings Plans.
• Strong knowledge of Infrastructure as Code (Terraform, Bicep) for cost-efficient deployments.
• Strong written and verbal English skills for effective communication and collaboration.
• Ability to analyze cloud cost data and identify optimization opportunities.
• Effectively communicating cost insights to stakeholders across Finance, Engineering, and Business teams.
• Work with cross-functional teams to implement cost governance.
• Find innovative ways to reduce cloud costs without impacting performance.
• Ensure accurate tracking and reporting of cloud expenses.
• Align cloud financial strategies with business goals.
• Keep up with evolving cloud pricing models and FinOps practices.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with multi-cloud FinOps (Azure, OCI) and hybrid-cloud cost governance.
• Certifications such as FinOps Certified Practitioner, Microsoft Certified: Azure FinOps Expert.
• Knowledge of AI-driven cloud cost prediction models and ML-based anomaly detection.
• Knowledge of Sustainability and Green Cloud Cost Optimization.
• Familiarity with Data Analytics and Business Intelligence (Power BI, Tableau, Looker) for FinOps Reporting.
• Familiarity with SaaS and PaaS pricing strategies.

Why You’ll Enjoy It Here

• Be Part of Something Big – A growing company where your contributions matter.
• Make an Immediate Impact – Support groundbreaking technologies with real-world results.
• Work on Cutting-Edge Tech – AI, cybersecurity, and next-gen digital solutions.
• Thrive in an Inclusive Team – A culture built on trust, collaboration, and respect.
• We Care – Integrity, empathy, and purpose guide every decision.

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