Operations Cloud Expert

Operations Cloud Expert – GCP & FinOps – Hybrid (Ashburn, VA)Job Title: Operations Cloud Expert – GCP & FinOpsLocation: Hybrid, Ashburn-VADuration: ContractExperience: 10+ yearVisa: Green Card/ USC and W2 (It's a client requirement)Salary: $60hr – $70-$75/hr (negotiable)About the RoleWe are seeking a highly skilled Operations Cloud Expert with deep expertise in Google Cloud Platform (GCP) and FinOps practices to drive operational excellence, cost optimization, and cloud governance. This role will be responsible for managing cloud infrastructure, ensuring reliability, optimizing cloud spend, and implementing best-in-class operational and financial management practices.Required Qualifications5+ years of experience in cloud operations / DevOps / SREStrong hands-on experience with Google Cloud Platform (GCP)Experience with FinOps practices (cost optimization, budgeting, forecasting)Expertise in GCP services: Compute Engine, GKE, Cloud Functions, BigQuery, VPCExperience with monitoring tools (Cloud Monitoring, Prometheus, Grafana)Strong scripting skills (Python, Bash, or similar)Experience with Infrastructure as Code (Terraform preferred)CompensationCompensation: $70.00 – $75.00 per hour*This is the targeted compensation range for this role. Please note that this range is provided as a guideline and the final offer will be based on several factors, including but not limited to, skillset and competencies, level of experience, education, certifications, and location.BenefitsWe offer a benefits package including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k); and training and professional development opportunities.Equal Employment OpportunityWe are an equal opportunity employer. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other characteristic protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.