Cloud FinOps Architect Lead
About the job
- At least 8 years of experience in IT infrastructure or systems engineering.
- At least 5 years of hands-on Azure architecture experience, with a proven track record of managing cloud spend at scale ($50,000–$100,000 or more per month).
- Extensive production experience with Terraform or Bicep for infrastructure as code.
- Deep understanding of Enterprise Agreement and Microsoft Customer Agreement billing, Azure Resource Graph (Kusto Query Language), and retail versus negotiated rates.
- Hands-on experience optimizing Azure Databricks and Azure Data Lake Storage, and integrating Microsoft Entra ID.
- Lead the Inform, Optimize, and Operate phases of the FinOps lifecycle to maintain a lean cloud footprint.
- Manage the lifecycle of Azure Reservations and Savings Plans to maximize return on investment and coverage.
- Develop and maintain automated Power BI dashboards and showback/chargeback reports that provide stakeholders with granular visibility into cloud spend.
- Implement and enforce Azure governance controls, including Azure Policy, tagging, and management groups, to prevent cost leakage.
- Lead monthly optimization reviews with application owners to identify and execute rightsizing opportunities for underutilized resources.
- Design and support Azure Databricks environments for cost efficiency, including auto-termination, Spot Instance policies, and Unity Catalog governance.
- Build and maintain Azure reference architectures delivered through Terraform and/or Bicep.
- Integrate cost-estimation tools such as Infracost into continuous integration and continuous delivery pipelines to show the financial impact of code changes before deployment.
- Build automated workflows to detect and remediate unused resources, including unattached disks and idle load balancers.
- Architect secure, cost-optimized hybrid connectivity using VPN, ExpressRoute, and virtual network peering, along with global DNS strategies.
- Design disaster recovery strategies, including recovery time and recovery point objectives, that balance business continuity with cost, such as Pilot Light versus multi-region Active/Active.
- Establish monitoring and logging standards using Azure Monitor and Log Analytics to track performance and cost anomalies.
- FinOps Certified Practitioner certification is highly preferred.
- Azure Solutions Architect Expert (AZ-305), Azure DevOps Engineer Expert (AZ-400), Azure Network Engineer Associate (AZ-700), and Identity and Access Administrator Associate (SC-300) certifications, or equivalent hands-on experience across Azure DevOps, application development, networking, identity and access management, and hybrid infrastructure.
About the company
APCO Holdings provides F&I solutions, automotive protection products, and dealer services to car, RV, marine, and powersports dealers and lenders nationwide through a multi-brand platform such as EasyCare, GWC Warranty, Crystal Fusion, and Rider’s Advantage. Its products are protection and maintenance plans sold at the point of sale or during ownership, financed or rolled into the vehicle contract, with APCO handling claims administration and ongoing support. The company differentiates itself with a national, multi-brand approach across multiple vehicle markets, backed by 40+ years of experience and a focus on dealer- and lender-partner programs, training, and technology. Its goal is to help partners increase performance, drive revenue, and achieve long-term growth by expanding product ranges and enhancing the customer experience throughout the vehicle lifecycle.
Company Size
51-200
Company Stage
N/A
Total Funding
N/A
Headquarters
Norcross, Georgia
Founded
1984
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Simplify's Take
What believers are saying
- July 2026 acquisitions deepen Southeast and New Jersey reach, expanding EasyCare distribution.
- DealerPRO Training and Crystal Fusion strengthen recurring dealer services beyond pure warranty products.
- Revelio estimates 1,186 employees in March 2026, while active hiring signals continued expansion.
What critics are saying
- Dealer consolidation and tighter F&I regulation pressure EasyCare margins through 2026.
- Serial acquisitions risk integration drift, especially across Fidelity Dealer Services and Dealer Performance Group.
- If claims discipline slips, APCO’s reinsurance economics and brand trust deteriorate quickly.
What makes APCO Holdings unique
- EasyCare, GWC Warranty, Rider’s Advantage, and Crystal Fusion span auto, RV, marine, powersports.
- APCO pairs F&I products with dealer training, including DealerPRO Training and National Auto Care.
- Tony Wanderon centralized leadership in February 2026, sharpening execution across sales, claims, and risk.
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Benefits
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- 401(k) Company Match
- Paid Vacation
- Paid Holidays
- Remote Work Options
- Training Programs
- Flexible Work Hours