Senior Snowflake Data Engineer

UrbanSoft SA is hiring a Senior Snowflake Data Engineer with a strong background in development and architecture. The role is for someone with deep Snowflake expertise who can design scalable data solutions and improve cloud-based data platforms. It is open to candidates in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States.

An Advanced Snowflake Architect Certification is listed as a significant advantage.

What you will do

• Design, develop, and implement data pipelines and solutions on the Snowflake Data Cloud platform.
• Architect scalable and secure data solutions for client needs, using Snowflake's advanced features.
• Develop and optimize ETL/ELT processes for large-scale data ingestion, transformation, and processing.
• Work with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and stakeholders, to deliver business-critical data solutions.
• Apply best practices in data architecture, security, and performance tuning within Snowflake.
• Lead and mentor junior engineers.
• Keep up with Snowflake updates, emerging technologies, and industry trends.
• Troubleshoot and resolve data-related issues to keep systems available and reliable.

What they are looking for

Essential qualifications:

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or a related field.
• 5+ years of experience in data engineering with a focus on Snowflake.
• Proven expertise in designing and implementing data architectures on Snowflake.
• Hands-on experience with SQL, Python, or other relevant programming languages.
• Proficiency with ETL/ELT tools such as DBT, Matillion, or Informatica.
• Strong understanding of data modelling, warehousing concepts, and cloud architectures.
• Familiarity with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud.

Preferred qualifications:

• Advanced Snowflake Architect Certification.
• Experience with Snowflake features such as Snowpipe, Time Travel, and Data Sharing.
• Knowledge of data governance, compliance, and security best practices.
• Strong communication and leadership skills, with a proven ability to drive projects to completion.

About the role

The position is open in Australia, Canada, the United Kingdom, and the United States. The employer's listing does not state salary, benefits, hours, or a contract type.