Job description
Job Description
A fortune 50 client of Insight Global is looking for a Cloud Cost Optimization Engineer to join their team.
This person is expected to be a SME in Google Cloud Platform Cost Optimization.
The goal is to analyze our current GCP usage, identify areas of excessive expenditure, and recommend actionable strategies to reduce costs without compromising performance or scalability.
Key Responsibilities:
· Perform a comprehensive audit of our GCP environment
· Analyze cost drivers across services (Compute Engine, Cloud Storage, Networking, etc.)
· Demonstrated ability to troubleshoot complex cloud infrastructure, optimize costs, and ensure performance & availability arent compromised
Collaborate with internal teams to implement cost-saving measures
Compensation:
$55/hr to $65/hr.
Exact compensation may vary based on several factors, including skills, experience, and education.
Employees in this role will enjoy a comprehensive benefits package starting on day one of
employment, including options for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Eligibility to enroll in
the 401(k) retirement plan begins after 90 days of employment.
Additionally, employees in this
role will have access to paid sick leave and other paid time off benefits as required under the
applicable law of the worksite location.
We are a company committed to creating diverse and inclusive environments where people can bring their full, authentic selves to work every day.
We are an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer that believes everyone matters.
Qualified candidates will receive consideration for employment regardless of their race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, marital status, national origin, ancestry, genetic factors, age, disability, protected veteran status, military or uniformed service member status, or any other status or characteristic protected by applicable laws, regulations, and ordinances.
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Required Skills & Experience
- 10+ years of experience with GCP
- Proven expertise in Google Cloud Platform, especially:
o Compute Engine (VMs), Google Kubernetes Engine, Google Bigtable, Big Query
o Cloud Networking (VPC, Load Balancers, Cloud NAT, etc.)
o IAM and Billing
o Monitoring and Logging tools
o Datastax Cassandra
- Strong understanding of GCP pricing models and cost management tools
Ability to communicate findings clearly and drive implementation
Nice to Have Skills & Experience
- Experience with FinOps or cloud cost governance
- Retail background
Benefit packages for this role will start on the 31st day of employment and include medical, dental, and vision insurance, as well as HSA, FSA, and DCFSA account options, and 401k retirement account access with employer matching.
Employees in this role are also entitled to paid sick leave and/or other paid time off as provided by applicable law.
Required Skill Profession
Computer Occupations