Snowflake Solution Architect

nttlimited; Greater London; On-site; GBP 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Job summary

NTT DATA is seeking an accomplished Snowflake Solution Architect to lead enterprise data platform initiatives in the UK. You will design scalable, secure Snowflake-based architectures and guide clients through modernisation journeys, enabling advanced analytics and AI-driven insights.

You will partner with stakeholders, architects, and delivery teams to translate business needs into robust data solutions, while staying ahead of industry best practices and technology trends.

Qualifications

• 7–10 years in data architecture, engineering or consulting roles.
• At least 3+ years in Snowflake solution architecture.
• University degree required; Snowflake credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

• Client engagement & delivery.
• Solution design & implementation.
• Migration & modernisation of data platforms.
• Thought leadership & knowledge sharing.
• Collaboration & leadership within client and internal teams.

Skills

Snowflake architecture

Stakeholder engagement

SQL/ETL/ELT

Cloud platform knowledge

Data governance

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in CS/related field

SnowPro Core certification

Tools

Snowflake

Terraform

Tableau/Power BI

Job description

Make an impact with NTT DATA

Join a company that is pushing the boundaries of what is possible. We are renowned for our technical excellence and leading innovations, and for making a difference to our clients and society. Our workplace embraces diversity and inclusion - it's a place where you can grow, belong and thrive.

Your day at NTT DATA

We are seeking an accomplished and highly skilled Snowflake Solution Architect to join our Data & AI practice. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in designing and implementing Snowflake-based cloud data platforms that are scalable, secure, and business-aligned. This individual will play a pivotal role in guiding enterprise clients through their data platform modernisation journey, leveraging Snowflake's capabilities to enable data democratisation, advanced analytics, and AI-driven insights.

As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate with client partners, business stakeholders, and technology teams to define Snowflake strategies, design robust architectures, and implement best practices. You will thrive in a fast-evolving technology environment, continuously expanding your knowledge to ensure NTT DATA and our clients remain at the forefront of data innovation.

Looking ahead to future opportunities: As our business continues to grow, we are building a pipeline of exceptional talent for upcoming positions across the UK. This advertisement is intended to identify and engage candidates in advance of specific vacancies becoming available. We encourage you to apply if you would like to be considered for future opportunities that match your expertise.

Primary Responsibilities

• Client Engagement & Delivery
• Solution Design & Implementation
• Migration & Modernisation
• Thought Leadership & Knowledge Sharing
• Collaboration & Leadership

Business Relationships

• Client Partners
• Practice Leaders and Members
• Peer-level relationships within client organisations up to Head of Data Engineering, Head of Data Architecture, and Chief Data Architect level

Competencies / Critical Skills

Key Competencies

• Proven expertise in designing and implementing Snowflake architectures for enterprise clients.
• Strong consulting values with the ability to interface effective with senior stakeholders.
• Hands‑on experience with SQL, ETL/ELT pipelines, and BI/analytics tools.
• Deep understanding of the data lifecycle (ingestion, storage, processing, governance, consumption).
• Ability to link business objectives with technology strategy and execution.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills.
• Experience leading data modernisation initiatives across multiple sectors (e.g., banking, insurance, telecom, public sector, manufacturing, retail).

Technical Expertise

• Extensive experience with Snowflake features (e.g., data sharing, Snowpark, zero-copy cloning, performance tuning).
• Proficiency in cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform).
• Strong background in databases, data warehouses, and distributed processing frameworks.
• Familiarity with BI and data exploration tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Talend).
• Experience with data security, governance, and compliance frameworks.
• Expertise in large-scale ETL/ELT pipeline implementation using custom and packaged tools.

Experience, Qualifications, and Education

• Experience: Minimum 7-10 years in data architecture, engineering, or consulting roles, with at least 3+ years in Snowflake solution architecture.
• Ideally SnowPro Core certification or above.
• Education: University degree required.
• Preferred: BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field; Snowflake certification(s) strongly desirable.

Measures of Success

• Successful delivery of Snowflake data platforms aligned to client objectives.
• High client satisfaction and repeat engagements.
• Demonstrated leadership in data modernisation initiatives.
• Contribution to practice growth through assets, propositions, and thought leadership.

About NTT DATA

NTT DATA is a $30+ billion business and technology services leader, serving 75% of the Fortune Global 100. We are committed to accelerating client success and positively impacting society through responsible innovation. We are one of the world's leading AI and digital infrastructure providers, with unmatched capabilities in enterprise-scale AI, cloud, security, connectivity, data centers and application services. Our consulting and industry solutions help organizations and society move confidently and sustainably into the digital future. As a Global Top Employer, we have experts in more than 70 countries. We also offer clients access to a robust ecosystem of innovation centres as well as established and start‑up partners. NTT DATA is part of NTT Group, which invests over $3 billion each year in R&D.

Equal Opportunity Employer

NTT DATA is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer with a global culture that embraces diversity. We are committed to providing an environment free of unfai