Overview
Hybrid
Depends on Experience
Contract - W2
Contract - 12 Month(s)
Skills
Snowflake
Data Engineer
Lead
Architect
AWS
SQL
Snowpipe
Ingestion pipelines
ETL
Informatica
DataStage
Databricks
Python
Oracle
Azure
ERwin
PowerDesigner
data solutions
warehouses
Snowflake architecture
implementation
pipeline
data modeling
3NF
dimensional
Financial services
Informatica EDC
CDMP
CBIP
Job Details
Title Lead Snowflake Data Engineer / Architect
Location-Minneapolis, MN (Hybrid 2 days/week onsite)
Duration Contract To Hire
Job Description:
**Overview:
We are seeking a hands-on Lead Data Engineer/Architect** to join our Snowflake engineering team.
This role will lead enterprise-scale data architecture and engineering initiatives in a hybrid Snowflake and cloud environment (AWS).
You ll help shape our long-term data strategy while mentoring engineers and ensuring scalable, high-quality data solutions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Serve as technical lead for multiple Snowflake-based data initiatives
- Architect and build scalable, high-performance Snowflake data pipelines and solutions
- Convert conceptual and logical data models into robust physical implementations
- Guide and mentor a team of Snowflake and ETL engineers
- Collaborate closely with Product Owners, Domain Architects, QA, and business stakeholders
- Create and maintain source-to-target mappings, and ensure data integrity across systems
- Optimize pipeline performance and ensure solutions meet non-functional requirements
- Support Agile delivery practices across teams and projects
Tech Stack:
- Must-Have: Snowflake, AWS, SQL, Snowpipe/Ingestion pipelines
- ETL: Informatica, DataStage, or similar tools
- Bonus: Databricks, Python, Oracle, Azure, ERwin, PowerDesigner
Required Qualifications:
- 10 20 years of IT experience with a strong focus on data engineering and architecture
- 7+ years of experience building enterprise data solutions and warehouses
- Expertise in Snowflake architecture, implementation, and pipeline optimization
- Strong data modeling (3NF, dimensional), SQL, and DDL scripting skills
- Experience with ingestion frameworks, data quality, and governance
- Proven leadership experience with the ability to lead and mentor technical teams
- Excellent communication and collaboration skills across technical and business groups
Preferred Qualifications:
- Financial services experience (especially in data warehousing)
- Experience with Agile/SAFe methodologies
- Familiarity with data cataloging tools (e.g., Informatica EDC) and governance frameworks
- Certifications: CDMP, CBIP, Snowflake, AWS, or equivalent
Regards,
Sai Srikar
Email:
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