We are seeking a highly skilled Snowflake Technical Expert and Architect to join our team. The ideal candidate will have extensive experience with Snowflake, cloud data warehousing, and a strong background in data architecture. This role will involve designing, implementing, and optimizing Snowflake-based data solutions to support our business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Architecture Design: Design and implement scalable and secure data architecture using Snowflake, ensuring alignment with best practices and company standards.
• Data Modeling: Develop and maintain complex data models and schema designs for Snowflake, supporting various business applications and analytics needs.
• ETL/ELT Processes: Design, develop, and optimize ETL/ELT processes for data integration and transformation, leveraging Snowflake capabilities.
• Performance Tuning: Monitor and optimize Snowflake performance, including query optimization, resource management, and storage optimization.
• Security: Implement robust security measures, including data encryption, access control, and compliance with relevant regulations and standards.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data engineers, analysts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements, provide technical guidance, and ensure successful project delivery.
• Innovation: Stay up-to-date with the latest Snowflake features and industry trends, recommending and implementing innovative solutions to improve data architecture and processes.
• Documentation: Create and maintain comprehensive documentation for Snowflake architecture, processes, and procedures.

Experience:

• Minimum of 5 years of experience in data architecture and data warehousing.
• At least 3 years of hands-on experience with Snowflake.

Technical Skills:

• Expertise in Snowflake architecture, features, and best practices.
• Proficiency in SQL and database design.
• Experience with ETL/ELT tools and processes.
• Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud).
• Familiarity with data security and governance practices.

Soft Skills:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Excellent communication and collaboration abilities.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Strong project management skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Snowflake certification(s).
• Experience with data integration tools such as Talend, Informatica, or Matillion.
• Knowledge of programming languages such as Python or Java.
• Experience with BI tools like Tableau, Power BI, or Looker.
• Familiarity with DevOps practices and CI/CD pipelines.