Lead Data Engineer - Snowflake

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union; United States; On-site; USD 130,000 - 214,000; Full time

Job summary

SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union is seeking a Lead Data Engineer to guide the Snowflake data platform and related technologies. You will provide strategic technical input to developers and project teams, lead day-to-day data operations, and ensure platform uptime.

The role requires extensive experience with Snowflake and familiarity with Qlik and Boomi, along with Agile/SCRUM and ITSM practices. On-site responsibilities prevail with opportunities for some hybrid arrangements.

Qualifications

• 7-10 years of relevant experience in data engineering or data platforms.
• Experience with Snowflake is required; SnowPro certification preferred.
• Qlik and Boomi experience are preferred.
• Strong knowledge of Agile/SCRUM and ITSM practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-level technical input and guidance to developers and teams.
• Lead day-to-day operations of data platforms and deliver enhancements.
• Ensure uptime of Snowflake, Qlik, and Boomi data platforms.
• Identify efficiency improvements and streamline processes.
• Coordinate and mentor team members; manage project schedules.
• Guide design, deliverables and integrations of software components.
• Support all SDLC phases and ensure successful delivery.
• Perform database and integration support for major applications.
• Design database architecture and integrations for systems.
• Research industry trends and propose new technologies.

Skills

Agile Methodology

SCRUM

IT Service Management

Analytical Platforms

Data Management Best Practices

SnowPro Certified

Education

Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent years of experience

High School Diploma or GED

Tools

Snowflake

Qlik

Boomi

Job description

We’re always looking for diverse, talented, service-oriented people to join our exceptional team. Lead Data Engineer - Snowflake

Pay Range: $129,880.00 - $214,303.00

Scheduled Weekly Hours: 40

What You’ll Be Doing

Provides high level technical input and guidance to developers, project teams, and business units on the most complex aspects of project definition, applications design, implementation, integration, cost estimation, standardization, and support.

Responsible for leading the day to day operations of data platforms and the delivery of functional enhancements involving the team.

Responsible for the day to day operations and uptime of operational data platforms (Snowflake, Qlik, & Boomi) in ensuring the minimum amount of downtime.

Identify areas of efficiency and work with teams to streamline processes and technology.

Works with manager in prioritizing the service requests and leading self-organizing efforts in assigning work to developers, provide technical assistance as needed, manage project schedule and tasks assigned to teammembers while ensuring the timeline delivery of the work assignments.

Provides technical guidance to team of database engineers, database administrators and back office application support team in the designing, developing, testing and implementation of projects.

Makes independent decisions in regards to design, development, timeline, and implementation projects.

Provides support on a daily basis during all phases of SDLC and ensures the successful delivery of the projects.

Performs database and integration related support for major applications.

Designs database architecture and integration additions to existing applications and systems.

Evaluates existing applications and identifies performance and automation opportunities.

Setup new development and implementation processes to be followed across the IT organization.

Coordinates teams using modern development methodologies such as SCRUM/Agile or DevOps.

Researches industry trends and proposes new technologies to support existing needs.

Coordinates and develops technical project estimations for small to medium scale projects involving one or more developers.

Acts as a senior technical resource over multiple projects.

Provides guidance on design, deliverables and integrations of software components.

Participates in efforts to share technology expertise and train and mentor others in the use of technologies and development processes.

Provides management with accurate and timely status reports of work assigned to team.

Additional Job Functions

Performs other duties as assigned

Complies with regulatory compliance and assigned training requirements including but not limited to BSA regulations corresponding to their specific job duties. Failure to do so may result in disciplinary and other employment related actions.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or GED required
• Bachelor's Degree in a related field or equivalent years of experience required
• 7-10 years of prior relevant experience required
• Experience with Snowflake required
• SnowPro Certified preferred
• Qlik & Boomi experience preferred

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Database Platforms: High Microsoft SQL Server
• Data Integration Services: High
• Agile Methodology, SCRUM: High
• Information Technology Service Management: High
• Analytical Platforms: High
• Data Management Best Practices: High
• SchoolsFirst FCU is committed to Diverse, Equitable, and Inclusive Hiring At SchoolsFirst FCU we are dedicated to building and growing a diverse, inclusive, and authentic Dream Team, so if you’re excited about a position or wanting to make a career change but your past experience doesn’t align perfectly with every qualification in the job description, we encourage you to apply anyway. Many skills are transferrable and you may be just the right candidate for the position, or for other roles we are working on. SchoolsFirst Federal Credit Union is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity and inclusion. SchoolsFirst FCU is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibits discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, political affiliation, or genetic information. This organization participates in E-Verify. We’re passionate about living our mission of providing Members with World-Class Personal Service and financial security. There's a reason we love coming to work every day. We have the privilege of serving those who build the future: school employees, and the families who make their work possible. Our success is built on our relationships with each other, our Members and the community. We value teamwork and face-to-face interactions and believe we’re at our best when we’re collaborating in-person. We also know the flexibility to work remotely benefits the wellbeing of our team.
• View the work location information below on the job listing that interests you. 100% on-site, 0% remote. Including those serving Members in-person at our branches. Three days a week in the office and up to two days remote. Hybrid teams coordinate on-site days to collaborate in-person. Up to 100% remote. Select individual contributor roles may be given the option to work fully remote.