Rapid Eagle Inc · 1 month ago
Snowflake Architect
San Jose, CA
Contract
Onsite
Senior Level
$65/hr - $100/hrRapideagle is seeking a dynamic and innovative Snowflake Architect to lead the design, development, and implementation of scalable data solutions using Snowflake Data Cloud. The role focuses on creating robust and secure data platforms while driving the adoption of best practices in data modeling, ETL processes, and big data analytics.
ConsultingE-CommerceInformation TechnologyProject ManagementSoftware
Responsibilities
Lead the end-to-end architecture design for Snowflake-based data warehouses, ensuring optimal performance, scalability, and security
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to gather requirements and translate business needs into technical solutions leveraging Snowflake’s features
Develop and implement data models, schemas, and metadata strategies aligned with best practices in database design and data warehousing
Design and oversee ETL/ELT workflows using tools like Informatica, Spark, or custom scripts in Java, Python, or Bash (Unix shell) to ensure efficient data ingestion and transformation
Integrate Snowflake with cloud platforms such as AWS, Azure Data Lake, and Azure to enable hybrid and multi-cloud architectures
Optimize SQL queries and leverage NoSQL databases like NoSQL or linked data approaches for flexible data access patterns
Implement security protocols and governance policies to protect sensitive information within the Snowflake environment
Support agile development methodologies by participating in sprint planning, daily stand-ups, and continuous improvement initiatives
Stay abreast of emerging big data technologies such as Hadoop, Spark, and analytics tools to enhance system capabilities
Qualification
Required
Proven experience designing and deploying large-scale data warehouses on Snowflake Data Cloud or similar platforms
Strong knowledge of cloud services including AWS (Amazon Web Services) and Azure (Microsoft's cloud platform)
Expertise in data modeling techniques for relational databases like Microsoft SQL Server, Oracle, or Hadoop-based systems
Hands-on experience with ETL/ELT processes using Informatica or custom scripting languages such as Java, Python, or Bash (Unix shell)
Familiarity with NoSQL databases, linked data concepts, and big data frameworks like Spark or Hadoop for advanced analytics applications
Proficiency in SQL programming along with knowledge of database design principles for scalable systems
Experience working within Agile development environments to deliver iterative value rapidly
Strong understanding of security best practices for cloud-based data environments including access controls and encryption strategies
Excellent problem-solving skills combined with a proactive approach to learning new technologies in the evolving landscape of big data analytics
Benefits
Dental insurance
Health insurance
Paid time off
Company
Rapid Eagle Inc
Rapid Eagle Inc. is one of the premier IT Staffing and Development company with its Head Office in Fremont, CA, USA.
Founded in 2005
11-50 employees
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Funding
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