Azure and FinOps Advisor

Onepoint

. Design and evolve Azure landing zones aligned with the Cloud Adoption Framework and Well-Architected Framework .

Posted 11/9/2026full-timeMontreal • CanadaSeniorLeadWebsite

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Core Competencies

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Demonstrates expertise in Azure architecture, including the design and implementation of Azure landing zones, governance, and security frameworks. Proficient in FinOps practices and cost management strategies, with strong analytical skills to optimize cloud expenditures.

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Azure Architecture ExperienceFinOps Practice ImplementationBicep or Terraform ProficiencyMicrosoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertExcellent Communication Skills

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Hard Skills

Azure Landing ZonesInfrastructure as CodeCost Management ToolsKQLSQLPower BIAzure DevOpsMicrosoft FoundryAzure OpenAIContainers

Soft Skills

Analytical AbilityResults OrientationConsultative MindsetKnowledge SharingTechnical Leadership

Tools & Technologies

Microsoft Defender for CloudAzure Key VaultMicrosoft Cost ManagementFOCUSFinOps ToolkitAzure CLIGitHub ActionsAzure Verified ModulesCI/CD AutomationPrivate Endpoints

Certifications & Qualifications

Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect ExpertFinOps Certified Practitioner

Industry Keywords

Cloud Adoption FrameworkWell-Architected FrameworkIaaSPaaSZero-Trust PrinciplesCost AllocationChargebackCost VisibilityUnit Economics MetricsEnterprise Environments

Tech Stack

Tools & technologies

AzureCloudSQLTerraformTypeScriptVault

About the role

Key responsibilities & impact

Design and evolve Azure landing zones aligned with the Cloud Adoption Framework and Well-Architected Framework
Define Azure network, identity, and governance architectures
Lead application migrations and modernization initiatives to Azure, including IaaS, PaaS, containers, and serverless architectures
Design Azure platforms for data and artificial intelligence workloads using Microsoft Foundry, Azure OpenAI, AKS, and Microsoft Fabric
Implement infrastructure as code using Bicep, Terraform, and Azure Verified Modules, along with CI/CD automation
Integrate security by design using Microsoft Defender for Cloud, Azure Key Vault, private endpoints, and zero-trust principles
Establish and mature a FinOps practice in accordance with the FinOps Framework
Define tagging, cost allocation, chargeback, and cost visibility strategies
Design cost dashboards and reports using Microsoft Cost Management, FOCUS, the FinOps toolkit, FinOps hubs, and Power BI
Identify and implement cost optimization initiatives
Establish forecasts, budgets, and alerts; track unit economics metrics and manage AI-related costs
Educate and equip finance, IT, and product teams to foster a culture of shared accountability
Serve as the Azure subject-matter expert for clients, internal teams, and Microsoft
Contribute to presales activities, Well-Architected Reviews, cost assessments, and service offering design
Share expertise through conferences, articles, technical communities, and internal training

Requirements

What you’ll need

Hold a bachelor’s degree in computer science, engineering, or a related field, or possess equivalent experience
Have at least 10 years of experience in infrastructure or cloud computing, including at least 5 years of Azure architecture experience in enterprise environments
Have hands-on experience implementing a FinOps practice that has delivered demonstrable savings
Demonstrate deep expertise in Azure services, particularly compute, networking, storage, identity, security, platform as a service (PaaS), and containers
Be proficient in Bicep or Terraform, Azure DevOps or GitHub Actions, as well as PowerShell and Azure CLI
Possess in-depth knowledge of Azure pricing models, Microsoft EA, MCA, and CSP agreements, and cost management tools
Be able to analyze large volumes of cost data using KQL, SQL, and Power BI
Hold the Microsoft Certified: Azure Solutions Architect Expert certification (AZ-305)
Hold the FinOps Certified Practitioner certification or commit to obtaining it within the first six months
Demonstrate excellent communication skills with executives and finance and technical teams, along with technical leadership, a consultative mindset, analytical ability, results orientation, and a strong interest in knowledge sharing
Have excellent spoken and written French-language skills
Have excellent spoken and written English communication skills, as the role requires communication with teams located outside Quebec
Only candidates legally authorized to work for any employer in Canada will be considered

Benefits

Comp & perks

Minimum of 3 weeks of vacation starting from the first year
Comprehensive group insurance with a generous employer contribution
Employer contribution to a group RRSP
Full remote work flexibility: Hybrid, Remote, or On-site
A warm, bright, and welcoming office offering fresh fruit, coffee, beverages, occasional meals, etc.
Annual IT equipment budget
A balanced work environment with flexible working hours
Career development: training and certifications, online or in-person learning, Wepoint Academy, etc.
An international community of experts ready to share their knowledge
A company culture focused on individuals’ needs and their belonging to a strong community