Snowflake Engineer

Software Resources has an immediate, contract job opportunity for a Snowflake Engineer with a major corporation in Orlando, FL. 4 days per week on-site.
Description:
The Snowflake Engineer is a key role within the organization, responsible for translating requirements and user stories into functional software that delivers value to the business. They help make the impossible become possible through the design, development, testing, and implementation of complex software for use across The Company. We're looking for a highly experienced Software Engineer, with a deep understanding and experience with large data ingestion, manipulation, and reporting which includes tools such as Snowflake, Snowpark, Snowpipe, and Python development technologies to ensure that that we are building the "best-in-class products and continuously maintaining and enhancing existing products to improve our competitive advantage and technical excellence.

This role is critical and requires a highly experienced individual to handle advanced technical tasks and collaborate on innovative solutions

o Experience with Snowflake components such as Snow Park and Snow Pipe
o Ability to write ingestion pipelines for Snowflake using Snow Park code
o Understanding of Snowflake's cost model and optimizing code within those boundaries
o Must have relevant project exposure or certification in Snowflake
o Needs to be a self-starter with the ability to work independently and confidently
Key Responsibilities:
o Develop and manage complex Snowflake-based platforms
o Work closely with Snowflake's product council to integrate new features
o Optimize code for cost efficiency and performance
Must-Have Skills:
o Extensive experience with Snowflake components (Snow Park, Snow Pipe)
o Experience with Snowflake's cost model and optimization strategies
o Ability to write efficient ingestion pipelines and queries / Practical experience in writing ingestion pipelines and optimizing Snowflake queries
o Understanding of Snowflake-specific concepts like micro partitioning and time travel
Nice-to-Have Skills:
o Experience with AI/ML technologies, particularly in the context of Snowflake
Responsibilities:
Responsible for the technical oversight of platform projects and related agile delivery teams, where a project comprises of multiple components
Lead the development of (or develops, test and deploys) enterprise level, innovative software solutions that meet specifications and impact future development
Develop or lead the development of specifications for software development projects
Review or write code, leads programming and testing and debugging of major software development projects
Design the component tasks of software development projects, developing specifications for each
Manage the full lifecycle of projects
Manage and oversight for architecting and building data engineering pipelines on Snowflake
Manage and oversight with streaming ingestion and transformation utilizing Snowpipe and Dynamic Tables
Manage resource plans and project budgets, providing monthly forecasts
Serve as an escalation point for difficult problems and complex inquiries
Act as a peer group leader to and help train staff on Software Engineering standards and processes
Basic Qualifications:
At least 10 years of experience in a in a Software Engineering or software development role, managing complex products for large, multi-national corporation with multiple business units
3 years experience with SQL and Python
3 years experience implementing data solutions on the Snowflake cloud data platform
1 years experience with Snowpark
Experience with Python, Java, Spark and other Scripting languages
Experience in building real-time and batch data pipelines using Spark, Scala, or Snowpark
Experience with Snowpark Container Services, Streamlit
Extensive knowledge of and experience with large-scale database technology (e.g. Snowflake, Netezza, Exadata, Teradata, Greenplum, etc.)
Experience working with multi-Terabyte data sets
Experience building continuous pipelines using Snowflake dynamic tables and DBT
Experience in Data Warehousing, Business Intelligence, AI/ML, application modernization, or Cloud projects
Proficiency in implementing data security measures, access controls, and design within the Snowflake platform
Experience with the integration to ServiceNow platform a plus
Experience with data analytics platforms and visibility tools (Looker, Tableau, PowerBI) a plus
Strong communication, writing, and executive presentation skills
Able to translate complex ideas into understandable strategies, requirements, value statements, and business outcomes
Demonstrated experience working within matrixed teams to deliver complex projects or technology transformation initiatives
Experience implementing or managing using agile software development methodologies (PMI-ACP, SAFe Agilist, ICP-Client, etc.) and managing the full SDLC
Experience working in an outsourced IT environment and building strong collaborative vendor relationships
Snowflake's SnowPro Certification(s) preferred
Required Education:
BS STEM
Degree requirements are: BS STEM 7years experience or Master's degree/STEM 5yrs or BS Degree unrelated field 13 yrs experience or no degree = 19 yrs experience
About Software Resources
Software Resources, founded more than 3 decades ago, is a trusted staffing partner specializing in Technology (IT, Creative, & Marketing), Finance, & Accounting placements. We work with companies nationwide that need skilled professionals and connect them with candidates like you looking for the right opportunity.
We are always looking for professionals at all experience levels and in various specialties to meet our clients' hiring needs. As a member of our team, you will have access to benefits including medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, short-term disability, life insurance with AD&D.
If this position fits interests you, we encourage you to apply.