Data Architect - Snowflake

Michael Page; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 350,000 - 600,000; Full time

Job summary

Michael Page is seeking a senior, hands-on Data Architect/Engineer to design and build scalable cloud data solutions with Snowflake at the centre of the technology landscape. You will combine architecture, data modelling, and engineering to deliver a robust data platform.

You will work closely with stakeholders across technology and the wider business to translate requirements into technical solutions and to drive best practices across data governance and lifecycle management.

Qualifications

• Senior-level data role with architecture and engineering focus.
• Deep Snowflake expertise including architecture and performance tuning.
• Experience with data modelling, both dimensional and enterprise.

Responsibilities

• Design and build enterprise-scale cloud data solutions.
• Define data models supporting analytics, BI, and reporting.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to translate requirements into solutions.
• Lead best practices across data engineering and governance.

Skills

Data Architect

Snowflake

Senior data engineer

Job description

This is a senior, hands-on position focused on designing and building scalable cloud data solutions, with Snowflake at the centre of the technology landscape.

You will combine architecture, data modelling, and engineering expertise to deliver a robust data platform, working closely with stakeholders across technology and the wider business.

Client Details

The business is committed to innovation, modern technology adoption, and delivering data-driven solutions that support strategic growth.

Description

• Design and implement enterprise-level data architectures using Snowflake.
• Lead the development of scalable, secure, and high-performing data solutions.
• Define and maintain data models that support analytics, reporting, and business intelligence initiatives.
• Collaborate with business and technology stakeholders to translate requirements into technical solutions.
• Drive best practices across data engineering, cloud platforms, governance, and data lifecycle management

Profile

• Strong experience as a Data Engineer, Data Architect, or similar senior data-focused role.
• Deep expertise in Snowflake architecture, optimisation, administration, and performance tuning.
• Proven experience with data modelling, including dimensional and enterprise data modelling techniques.
• Previous software engineering or software development background with strong coding and design principles.
• Experience working within the financial services sector, ideally delivering enterprise-scale data platforms.

Job Offer

• Opportunity to lead the design of a modern cloud-based data platform.
• Exposure to strategic, business-critical transformation programmes and emerging technologies.

Skills

• Data Architect, Snowflake