Azure Data Architect - Snowflake

Appex Innovation; Boston (MA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Appex Innovation in Boston, MA is seeking a Snowflake Architect to join onsite. The candidate will design and implement scalable data architectures using Snowflake, SnowSQL, and Spark, with strong cloud experience (AWS or Azure).

You will mentor and collaborate with data engineers and analysts to optimize ETL pipelines, stay current with Snowflake features, and guide the Azure snowflake roadmap and data migrations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or related field.
• 15 years of software development experience focusing on data architecture.
• Certifications in Snowflake or cloud technologies are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Design and implement data architecture solutions using Snowflake, ensuring performance and scalability.
• Develop and maintain ETL processes using SnowSQL and Spark.
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and stakeholders to gather requirements.
• Optimize existing data pipelines and workflows for efficiency.
• Conduct performance tuning and troubleshooting of Snowflake environments.
• Stay updated with Snowflake features and best practices; provide improvement recommendations.
• Document architecture designs, processes, and procedures for training.
• Participate in code reviews and mentor junior team members.

Skills

Snowflake Architect

SnowSQL

Spark

Snowflake architecture

SQL

Cloud platforms (AWS/Azure)

Communication

Collaboration

Agentic AI

Education

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science / IT

15 years software development experience

Tools

Tableau

Power BI

Job description

We are hiring a Snowflake Architect with our Client in Boston, MA (Onsite)

Job Title: Snowflake Architect

Note: Need a snowflake data architect with Azure Cloud Experience and Agentic AI,

Senior Data Architect who can shape the Azure snowflake roadmap, Migration, Agents for Data Eng SDLC.

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly skilled Snowflake Architect with extensive experience in SnowSQL, Spark, and Snowflake to join our software development team. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in data architecture and cloud-based data solutions, with a proven track record of designing and implementing scalable data systems. This role requires a deep understanding of Snowflake's capabilities and best practices, as well as the ability to collaborate with cross functional teams to deliver high quality data solutions.

Responsibilities:

• Design and implement data architecture solutions using Snowflake, ensuring optimal performance and scalability.
• Develop and maintain ETL processes using SnowSQL and Spark to facilitate data ingestion and transformation.
• Collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and other stakeholders to gather requirements and translate them into technical specifications.
• Optimize existing data pipelines and workflows for efficiency and reliability.
• Conduct performance tuning and troubleshooting of Snowflake environments.
• Stay updated with the latest Snowflake features and best practices, and provide recommendations for improvements.
• Document architecture designs, processes, and procedures for future reference and training.
• Participate in code reviews and provide mentorship to junior team members.

Mandatory Skills:

• Proven experience as a Snowflake Architect with a strong focus on SnowSQL.
• Expertise in Spark for data processing and transformation.
• In depth knowledge of Snowflake architecture, features, and best practices.
• Strong programming skills in SQL and experience with data modeling.
• Experience with cloud platforms, particularly AWS or Azure.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills.

Preferred Skills:

• Experience with data visualization tools such as Tableau or Power BI.
• Familiarity with data governance and security best practices.
• Knowledge of machine learning concepts and tools.
• Experience with Agile methodologies and project management tools.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• 15 years of experience in software development, with a focus on data architecture and cloud solutions.
• Relevant certifications in Snowflake or cloud technologies are a plus.