Snowflake Data Architect

X2nations; Dortmund; Vor Ort; EUR 90.000 - 120.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

X2nations is seeking a Snowflake Data Architect to design complex data platforms and lead projects across industries. You will balance hands-on implementation with customer-facing leadership, shaping data & analytics solutions for various clients.

We expect 6+ years in data platforms and cloud, with strong Snowflake expertise and experience in ETL/ELT, CI/CD, and modern data tooling. German and English fluency, plus willingness to travel within Germany, are required.

Qualifikationen

• Completed degree in computer science or related training.
• Hands-on experience in consulting or software engineering.
• Fluent in German and English.

Aufgaben

• Design Snowflake data platform architectures from design to implementation.
• Identify customer use cases and recommend technologies.
• Lead migration projects from on-premises to Snowflake.
• Contribute to internal innovation and support pre-sales activities.
• Mentor colleagues and share knowledge through certifications or talks.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver data analytics solutions.

Kenntnisse

Snowflake

Data architecture

Cloud platforms

ETL/ELT

Leadership

German & English

dbt

Fivetran

Matillion

Consulting experience

CI/CD for data platforms

Ausbildung

Degree in computer science

Tools

dbt

Fivetran

Matillion

Jobbeschreibung

We have a lot of data! Are you passionate about data and eager to be at the forefront of innovation?

Join our team in shaping the Data & Analytics domain. We focus on our customers data and design tailored solutions through independent, technology-agnostic consulting.

Our Data Platform Solutions division implements complex data and analytics projects across multiple industries. As a Snowflake Data Architect (f/m/d), you will be part of a dynamic and growing team, playing a key role in designing sophisticated data platforms. Your responsibilities will blend project leadership with hands‑on contributions.

Responsibilities:

• Design modern Snowflake data platform architectures from initial consultation to functional design and technical implementation.
• Identify customer use cases and recommend appropriate technologies for optimal implementation.
• Lead migration projects from on‑premises systems to the Snowflake platform.
• Contribute to internal innovation projects, evolve our data & analytics offerings, and support pre‑sales activities.
• Mentor and guide colleagues, contributing to the development of capabilities within the team.
• Share your expertise at conferences or through certifications, bringing new insights into customer projects.
• Be part of a team where data is more than a service its in our DNA. Together, we will transform the world of data analytics.

Your Skills:

• You are curious, passionate about data & analytics, and continuously eager to learn about new tools and technologies.
• Completed degree in computer science or related training, with hands‑on experience in consulting or software engineering.
• Deep understanding of the current data & analytics landscape, enabling you to select and justify optimal technology solutions.
• Enthusiastic about Snowflake and experienced in managing complex data architecture scenarios.
• Strong background in Data Platform Solutions including Snowflake (and tools like dbt, Fivetran), or Cloud Analytics Services (AWS, Azure, GCP).
• Skilled in provisioning native cloud environments and implementing use cases using PaaS components.
• Experienced in various architectures and data modeling approaches from prior Data & Analytics projects.
• Strong communicator capable of engaging with diverse stakeholders and leading project teams.
• Highly results‑oriented, with fluent German and English language skills.
• Willingness to travel within Germany.
• 6+ years of experience in data platforms and cloud, ideally in a consulting environment
• Design and implementation of cloud data platforms, including data management via ETL/ELT
• On‑prem to cloud migration
• Test concepts and CI/CD for data platforms
• 2+ years of project experience with Snowflake, ideally with SnowPro Core or Advanced Architect certification
• 2+ years of experience with ETL/ELT tools from the Snowflake ecosystem (e.g., Fivetran, Matillion, Stitch), with certifications preferred
• 2+ projects involving a hyperscaler (AWS, GCP, or Azure), ideally combined with Snowflake
• 2+ years of leadership in roles such as Product Owner, Architect, or Lead Developer
• Authored or contributed significantly to at least three project offers involving data architecture or process design, ideally as Offer Manager