Snowflake Data Architect (Contract)
Motley FoolFull Time
Junior (1 to 2 years)
Candidates must have a minimum of 5 years in leadership roles within technical consulting, solutions architecture, or a related field. Proven experience in managing large-scale migrations from traditional data platforms to modern cloud-based solutions is required, along with a comprehensive understanding of cloud services across platforms such as AWS, Azure, and GCP. Proficiency in SQL, Python, and other scripting languages is essential, as well as strong presentation skills capable of engaging both technical teams and senior executives. A Bachelor’s or higher degree in Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, or a related discipline is necessary.
The Consulting Manager will oversee the design and implementation of comprehensive migration plans, ensuring they meet customer needs and integrate seamlessly into the Snowflake environment. They will act as a senior technical leader and advisor to customers throughout the Snowflake implementation process. Ensuring the deployment of Snowflake adheres to best practices and facilitating knowledge transfers to empower customers to leverage Snowflake independently will be key. The role involves developing a profound understanding of the competitive landscape, collaborating with System Integrators at a high technical level, innovating and contributing to project documentation, and working closely with Product Management, Engineering, and Marketing teams to refine Snowflake’s offerings.
Data management and analytics platform
Snowflake provides a platform called the AI Data Cloud that helps organizations manage and analyze their data. This platform allows users to store and process large amounts of data efficiently, offering services like data warehousing, data lakes, data engineering, data science, and data sharing. Snowflake's system works by uniting data from different sources, enabling secure sharing and performing various types of analytics. What sets Snowflake apart from its competitors is its ability to operate seamlessly across multiple public clouds, allowing users to access their data from anywhere. The company's goal is to help businesses leverage their data for better decision-making by providing a flexible subscription-based service that scales according to their needs.