Database Engineer

Purpose Financial; Greenville (SC); On-site; USD 102,000 - 184,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Growth opportunities

Cutting-edge technologies

Job summary

A financial services company is seeking a Snowflake Administrator to manage and optimize their data infrastructure. The role involves working with Snowflake databases, ensuring security measures, and utilizing Python and SQL for automation. Ideal candidates should have at least 5 years of experience in Snowflake platform administration and 2 years in DevOps. This mid-senior level position offers a full-time opportunity in Greenville, SC with a competitive salary from $102,000 to $184,000.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of proven Snowflake Platform Administration experience in enterprise environments.
• 2+ years of experience with DevOps tools like Terraform and TerraGrunt.
• Hands-on expertise with Snowflake advanced concepts.

Responsibilities

• Design, manage, and maintain Snowflake databases, warehouses, and roles.
• Implement robust security measures and access controls.
• Optimize system performance and reduce costs through strategic tuning.

Skills

Snowflake Platform Administration

Python

SQL

Linux

DevOps (Terraform, IaC)

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related field

Job description

Snowflake Administrator

We’re Hiring: Snowflake Administrator

About Purpose Financial

At Purpose Financial, we’re driven by one core mission: helping people achieve their version of financial stability—in the moment and in the future. For over 25 years, we’ve been trusted by millions through our family of brands, including Advance America and Purpose Money. With 2,500+ employees across 800+ store locations in 23 states, we’re building the future of accessible financial solutions.

The Role

We’re looking for a talented Snowflake Administrator to join our Enterprise Data team and provide technical leadership for our Snowflake data platform. You’ll be the backbone of our data infrastructure, ensuring peak performance, security, and cost optimization while collaborating with architects, engineers, and end‑users to drive innovation.

What You’ll Do

• Design, manage, and maintain Snowflake databases, warehouses, and roles
• Implement robust security measures and access controls
• Optimize system performance and reduce costs through strategic tuning
• Develop data loading and integration strategies
• Troubleshoot complex issues and support cross‑functional teams
• Automate repetitive tasks using Python and SQL
• Participate in 24×7 on‑call rotations
• Champion compliance and data governance

What We’re Looking For

• 5+ years of proven Snowflake Platform Administration experience in enterprise environments
• 2+ years of DevOps experience (Terraform, TerraGrunt, IaC tools)
• Strong proficiency in Python, SQL, and Linux
• Hands‑on expertise with Snowflake advanced concepts (RBAC, resource monitors, cost optimization)
• Experience with CI/CD pipelines and automation
• Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Engineering, or related technical field (or equivalent experience)
• Ability to thrive in fast‑paced, dynamic environments

Nice to Have

• Kafka­-based data pipeline experience

Why Join Us

We’re intentional, thoughtful, and driven by outcomes. Our nine core principles guide everything we do—from obsessing over customers to showing up to coach each other up. When you join Purpose Financial, you’re joining a team that believes in your growth and your impact.

• Work with cutting‑edge data technologies
• Be part of a mission‑driven organization
• Collaborate with talented, passionate teams
• Grow your skills in a supportive environment
• Make a real difference in people’s financial lives

The Details

• Reports To: Manager, Data Operations
• Attire: Business Casual
• Must be eligible to work in the USA and pass a background check

Sponsorship

Purpose Financial will not provide sponsorship for employment‑based visas or immigration benefits for this position. Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring immigration sponsorship now or in the future. Current or future immigration sponsorship includes, for example: H‑1B, E‑3, TN, O‑1, CPT, STEM OPT, or any immigration work authorization requiring a written submission from the company to a government agency or otherwise requiring the entry of the company as your immigration employer of record in government records.

Equal Opportunity

Purpose Financial is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

Seniority Level

Mid‑Senior level

Employment Type

Full‑time

Job Function

Information Technology

Industries

Financial Services, Banking, and Consumer Services

Location & Compensation

Greenville, SC • Salary: $102,000.00–$184,000.00