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Job Description
Job Description
Job Title : Snowflake Administrator
Duration : 12 Months
Location : Boston, MA (Hybrid - Candidates hired for this position must reside in MA / NH / RI)
Job Summary :
We are seeking a highly skilled and motivated Snowflake Administrator to join our 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.
Qualifications :
Experience : 2 years of hands-on experience in managing and administering Snowflake environments. Experience with other cloud-based data platforms is a plus.
Required Skills :
Strong proficiency in Snowflake architecture, features, and capabilities.
Preferred Skills :
Snowflake certification (e.g., SnowPro Core or Advanced Certification).
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.
