Date Posted: 01/22/2025
Hiring Organization: Rose International
Position Number: 476948
Job Title: Snowflake Administrator
Job Location: Boston, MA, USA, 02116
Work Model: Hybrid
Employment Type: Temporary
Estimated Duration (In months): 12
Min Hourly Rate($): 70.00
Max Hourly Rate($): 75.00
Must Have Skills/Attributes: Administrative, AWS, Cloud, Data Modeling, Data Visualization, ETL, PowerBI, Snowflake, SQL
Job Description
***Only qualified Snowflake Administrator candidates located near the commutable Boston, MA area to be considered due to the position requiring an onsite presence***
Required Skills/Qualifications:
• 2+ years of hands-on experience in managing and administering Snowflake environments
• Strong proficiency in Snowflake architecture, features, and capabilities
• Knowledge of SQL and Snowflake-specific query optimization
• Experience with ETL tools and data integration processes
• 2+ years of hands-on experience as a Snowflake Administrator
• Ability to identify and drive continuous improvements
• Strong problem solving and analytical skills
• Strong SQL skills
• Knowledge of Snowflake security features including access control, authentication, authorization, encryption, and masking, secure view, etc.
• Experience in scripting languages such as PowerShell and Python
• Experience working in AWS cloud environments
• Experience working with Power BI and other BI, data visualization, and reporting tools
• Strong Database design and data modelling experience
• Business requirement gathering and aligning to solutions delivery
• Experience with data integration solutions and tools, data pipelines, and modern ways of automating data using cloud based and on-premises technologies
• Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with other cloud-based data platforms is a plus
• Experience integrating Snowflake with an identity and access management program such as Azure IDP is a plus
• Experience with other relational database management systems, cloud data warehouses and big data platforms is a plus
• Snowflake certification (e.g., SnowPro Core or Advanced Certification)
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI)
• Knowledge of technical areas such as T-SQL, DevOps, and scripting
Client’s Technology division is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Snowflake Administrator to join their team. The ideal candidate will be responsible for the administration, configuration, and maintenance of our Snowflake data warehouse environment. This role requires a deep understanding of Snowflake’s features and best practices, as well as strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Snowflake Environment Management: Administer and manage Snowflake data warehouse environments, including setup, configuration, monitoring, and optimization.
• Performance Tuning: Monitor and optimize performance, including query performance, resource utilization, and storage management.
• User and Access Management: Manage user access, roles, and permissions to ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies.
• Data Integration: Support and manage data integration processes, including data loading, transformation, and extraction.
• Backup and Recovery: Implement and oversee backup and recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Snowflake-related issues, including resolving performance bottlenecks and query optimization.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and changes. Generate and deliver regular reports on system performance and usage.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data engineers, analysts, and other IT professionals to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of the Snowflake environment.
• Best Practices: Stay up to date with Snowflake best practices and industry trends. Recommend and implement improvements and upgrades to enhance system functionality and performance.
• Security: Ensure platform is up to date on System patches. Monitor, apply and test product security updates
Benefits:
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Rose International is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender (expression or identity), national origin, arrest and conviction records, disability, veteran status or any other characteristic protected by law. Positions located in San Francisco and Los Angeles, California will be administered in accordance with their respective Fair Chance Ordinances.
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