Snowflake Solution Architect (AI&Data). Data modeling | Apache Iceberg | CoCo

Accenture; Kraków; Hybrid; PLN 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Permanent contract

Professional development

Private medical care

Work flexibility

Job summary

Accenture Kraków is seeking a data & AI senior professional to architect and implement cloud-based data platforms, AI-enabled solutions, and governance frameworks across Snowflake and major cloud providers. You will collaborate with data engineers, scientists, and cloud architects to deliver end-to-end data platform projects and AI applications, leveraging CoCo, Cortex, and modern data tools.

This role offers a hybrid work model with opportunities in diverse industries and a strong emphasis on

Qualifications

• Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake including performance tuning and security setup.
• Experience designing data platforms on at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Expertise in SQL, data modeling (3NF, star/snowflake schemas), and ELT/ETL design patterns.
• Proficiency in Python or similar scripting languages for data transformation and automation.
• Deep understanding of cloud data architecture principles, including open data lakehouse concepts (Apache Iceberg).
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and compliance frameworks (GDPR, SOC2, EU AI Act).
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices for data workflows (Git, dbt, Snowflake CLI, Terraform, Jenkins).
• Practical experience with AI-assisted development (Snowflake CoCo, Cortex) and ability to review AI-generated code.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Proven ability to work across multidisciplinary teams.

Responsibilities

• Architecting and implementing cloud-based data warehousing, lakehouse, analytics and AI solutions on Snowflake and major cloud providers.
• Defining best practices for data governance, security, performance optimization, and cost efficiency in Snowflake environments.
• Collaborating with data engineers, data scientists, AI engineers, and cloud architects to deliver end-to-end data platform and AI solutions.
• Integrating Snowflake with broader cloud ecosystems, including open lakehouses and data integration/streaming services.
• Using Snowflake CoCo to accelerate SQL, dbt models, pipelines and AI applications and defining guardrails for AI-assisted development.
• Designing and delivering AI agents and Cortex-based analytics grounded in governed semantic views.
• Advising clients on modernization strategies including migration from legacy on-prem databases to Snowflake-based architectures.
• Supporting pre-sales and solutioning activities, including estimation, proofs-of-concept, and technology assessments.
• Staying up to date with Snowflake innovations and industry trends in data and AI.
• Collaborating across all project stages with business analysts, data architects, engineers and product owners.
• Proposing and defending effective, consistent solutions balancing development and existing architecture.
• Communicating and documenting work clearly, considering performance and cost factors.

Skills

Snowflake

Cloud platforms

SQL

Python

CI/CD

AI integration

Governance

Communication

Team collaboration

Tools

Snowflake CLI

dbt

Terraform

Git

Jenkins

Snowflake CoCo

Snowflake CoWork

Job description

WHO WE ARE

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments, and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth, and enhance citizen services.

AI&Data, we work locally and globally with over 200 Poland-based specialists. Our expertise spans data architecture and sectoral specialization. We provide comprehensive support from strategy definition to solution implementation and development, covering all aspects of Data & Analytics.

THE WORK

• Architecting and implementing cloud-based data warehousing, lakehouse, analytics and AI solutions on the Snowflake AI Data Cloud and selected major cloud providers (Microsoft, GCP, AWS).
• Defining best practices for data governance, security, performance optimization, and cost efficiency in Snowflake environments, including Horizon Catalog and governed, auditable access for AI agents.
• Collaborating with cross-functional teams (data engineers, data scientists, AI engineers, and cloud architects) to deliver end-to-end data platform and AI solutions.
• Integrating Snowflake with broader cloud ecosystems, including open lakehouses (Apache Iceberg), data integration and streaming services (Openflow, Snowpipe Streaming), AI/ML frameworks, and visualization tools.
• Using Snowflake CoCo, Snowflake’s AI coding agent, to accelerate delivery of SQL, dbt models, pipelines and AI applications, and defining guardrails, reusable skills and review practices for AI-assisted development.
• Designing and delivering AI agents and conversational analytics with Cortex AI (Cortex Agents, Cortex Analyst, Cortex Search) and Snowflake CoWork, grounded in governed semantic views.
• Advising clients on modernization strategies, including migration from legacy on-prem databases to Snowflake-based architectures using AI-assisted migration tooling (e.g., SnowConvert AI).
• Supporting pre-sales and solutioning activities, including estimation, proof-of-concepts, and technology assessments.
• Staying up to date with Snowflake innovations (e.g. CoCo, CoWork, Cortex AI, Semantic Views, Openflow, Apache Iceberg) and industry trends in data and AI.
• Collaborating across all crucial stages of project development with business analysts, source system experts, data architects, engineers, and product owners.
• Proposing and defending effective, consistent solutions that balance strategic development and existing architecture.
• Communicating and documenting work clearly, considering performance and cost factors in design decisions.

Flexible: The work location for this role may include a mix of working remotely, onsite at a client or in an Accenture office - depending on specific project circumstances. With all our roles, there is some in-person time for collaboration, learning and building relationships with clients, peers, leaders, and communities. As an employer, we will be as flexible as possible to support your specific work/life needs.

WHAT’S IN IT FOR YOU?

Work on cloud migration and large-scale data platform and agentic AI projects across industries such as consumer goods, finance, pharma and more.

Thrive on continuous advancement by engaging in diverse, complex solution and data architecture challenges.

Expand your skills set through collaboration with experts and exposure to modern concepts and architectures (data mesh, data virtualisation, agentic AI, AI-assisted engineering with CoCo and more).

HERE’S WHAT YOU’LL NEED:

• Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake, including performance tuning, security setup, data sharing, and automation (e.g., Dynamic Tables, Streams and Tasks).
• Proven experience in designing and implementing data platforms in at least one major cloud provider (AWS, Azure, or GCP).
• Expertise in SQL, data modeling (3NF, star/snowflake schemas), and ELT/ETL design patterns.
• Proficiency in Python or similar scripting languages for data transformation, orchestration, and automation.
• Deep understanding of cloud data architecture principles, including open data lakehouse concepts (Apache Iceberg), API integration, and event-driven architectures.
• Knowledge of data governance, metadata management, and compliance frameworks (e.g., GDPR, HIPAA, SOC2, EU AI Act).
• Experience with CI/CD and DevOps practices for data workflows (Git, dbt, Snowflake CLI, Terraform, Jenkins, etc.).
• Practical experience with AI-assisted development (e.g., Snowflake CoCo, Claude Code, GitHub Copilot) and the judgement to review and validate AI-generated code.
• Excellent communication and client-facing skills with the ability to translate business needs into technical solutions.
• Proven ability to work collaboratively across multidisciplinary teams.

BONUS POINTS IF YOU HAVE:

• Experience with Snowflake advanced features such as Snowpark, Streamlit in Snowflake, Native Apps, Snowpark Container Services, Dynamic Tables or dbt Projects on Snowflake.
• Familiarity with machine learning or GenAI integration - understanding how to operationalize AI/ML models or leverage LLMs within Snowflake (Snowflake ML, Cortex AI Functions, Cortex Agents) or external services.
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake CoCo (formerly Cortex Code) or Snowflake CoWork, e.g., building, sharing and governing reusable agent skills.
• Experience designing semantic layers for AI and BI (e.g., Snowflake Semantic Views, Open Semantic Interchange).
• Knowledge of modern data stack tools (e.g., dbt, Fivetran, Stitch, Databricks, Dataiku, Power BI, Tableau, Looker).
• Exposure to data mesh or data fabric architectures.
• Understanding of cost optimization and FinOps principles for data solutions.
• Experience leading data modernization programs in large enterprise environments.
• Snowflake SnowPro Core, SnowPro Specialty (e.g. Gen AI) or SnowPro Advanced series certifications.
• Azure, GCP, AWS proprietary certifications.

Research indicates that some candidates, especially the most diverse ones, may hesitation to apply for positions if they don’t meet all requirements. If you believe you possess the necessary skills, even if not meeting every requirement, we wholeheartedly encourage you to submit your application.

WHAT WE OFFER?

• A permanent employment contract
• Individual support of a People Lead and a clearly defined path of professional development, including the possibility of a session with a Coach
• A comprehensive training package, including: soft skills, technical and language training, access to e-learning platforms, Gallup test, GenAI training, possibility of co-financing courses and certifications
• Employee Assistance Program offering legal, financial and psychological consultations
• Employee Share Purchase Plan - employees who own company shares are automatically eligible for quarterly dividends
• Paid employee referral program
• Private medical care and life insurance
• Access to the Worksmile benefits platform (including the Multisport card)

WHAT WE BELIEVE:

Accenture does not discriminate employment candidates on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, age, disability, national origin, political beliefs, trade union membership, ethnicity, denomination, sexual orientation or any other basis impermissible under Polish law. All our leaders are committed to building a better, stronger and more durable company for future generations to create positive, long-lasting change. Inclusion and diversity are fundamental to our culture and core values. Our rich diversity makes us more innovative and creative, which helps us better serve our clients and our communities. Our position as partner to many of the world’s leading businesses, organizations and governments affords us both an extraordinary opportunity and a tremendous responsibility to make a difference. Sustainability is one of our greatest responsibilities, which we embed it into everything we do and for everyone we work with.

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About Accenture

Accenture is a leading global professional services company that helps the world’s leading businesses, governments and other organizations build their digital core, optimize their operations, accelerate revenue growth and enhance citizen services-creating tangible value at speed and scale. We are a talent- and innovation-led company with approximately 791,000 people serving clients in more than 120 countries. Technology is at the core of change today, and we are one of the world’s leaders in helping drive that change, with strong ecosystem relationships. We combine our strength in technology and leadership in cloud, data and AI with unmatched industry experience, functional expertise and global delivery capability. Our broad range of services, solutions and assets across Strategy & Consulting, Technology, Operations, Industry X and Song, together with our culture of shared success and commitment to creating 360° value, enable us to help our clients reinvent and build trusted, lasting relationships. We measure our success by the 360° value we create for our clients, each other, our shareholders, partners and communities.

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