Cloud FinOps Engineer

Verisk

Cloud FinOps Engineer at Verisk supporting cost optimization and developing cloud infrastructure expertise. Collaborating with experienced team members in a dynamic environment.

Posted 7/10/2026full-timeJersey City • New Jersey • 🇺🇸 United StatesJuniorMid-Level💰 $75,000 - $105,000 per yearWebsite

Core Competencies

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in cloud cost management and optimization, with a strong foundation in AWS and Azure FinOps practices. Proficient in SQL for data analysis and possesses a basic understanding of cloud infrastructure performance metrics.

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Cloud Cost ManagementAWS ExperienceSQL Data ParsingFinOps Practices DevelopmentBachelor's Degree in Computer Science

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Hard Skills

Cloud Infrastructure SupportPerformance Metrics UnderstandingSQLPythonCost Optimization

Soft Skills

Strong CommunicationCollaboration SkillsWillingness to Learn

Tools & Technologies

AWSAzure

Certifications & Qualifications

AWS Cloud Practitioner

Industry Keywords

FinOpsCloud OptimizationEmerging Technologies

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AWSAzureCloudPythonSQL

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Support the identification of cost optimization opportunities in the cloud under senior guidance.
Assist in cloud cost management and optimization initiatives.
Learn and support existing FinOps practices for AWS and Azure.
Participate in development of FinOps practices and contribute to team initiatives.
Support ongoing development of a self-service environment for cloud cost transparency.

Requirements

What you’ll need

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field, or equivalent work experience.
2-5 years of experience in cloud infrastructure or systems support.
Basic understanding of CPU, memory, and performance metrics.
SQL experience to parse datasets from the CUR files.
Interest in AI and emerging technologies, with a willingness to learn how they apply to cloud optimization.
Strong communication and collaboration skills.
Willingness to learn and take on new challenges.
AWS cloud experience preferred.
AWS or cloud computing certifications (e.g., AWS Cloud Practitioner) preferred.
Python or other programming language experience preferred.

Benefits

Comp & perks

Health Insurance
Retirement Plan
Disability benefits
Paid Time Off