Snowflake Data Engineer

ITC Infotech; Tempe (AZ); On-site; USD 140,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

ITC Infotech is seeking a Senior Data Engineer for the Snowflake & AI Data Platform in Tempe, AZ. The role focuses on building scalable cloud data platforms with Snowflake, Python, SQL, Airflow, and Cortex-driven analytics.

You’ll design ELT/ETL pipelines, develop data models, and deliver AI-powered insights while collaborating with analytics teams. Office-based role with four in-office days per week.

Qualifications

• Expert in Snowflake architecture, modeling, performance tuning and features like Snowpark.
• Hands-on Cortex analytics and AI-powered data insights.
• Strong Python and advanced SQL capabilities.
• ETL/ELT pipeline design and optimization.
• Airflow-based workflow orchestration expertise.
• Experience with data from APIs and SaaS platforms.

Responsibilities

• Design and develop scalable Snowflake-based data solutions.
• Build and optimize ELT/ETL pipelines and data models.
• Leverage Snowflake Cortex for AI-powered analytics.
• Develop and manage Airflow workflows.
• Implement Spec-Driven Development and metadata-driven engineering.
• Create Power BI-ready semantic layers and datasets.
• Drive CI/CD, testing, and data observability practices.
• Collaborate with business and analytics teams to deliver data products.

Skills

Snowflake Architecture

Python

SQL

Airflow

AI analytics

Git CI/CD

DataOps

Cursor IDE

Metadata-driven engineering

APIs/SaaS integration

Education

Bachelor’s or Master’s in CS/Engineering

Tools

Snowflake Cortex

Power BI

Terraform

Datadog

Job description

ITC Infotech is looking for Senior Data Engineer – Snowflake & AI Data Platform to join our team in Tempe, AZ.

Working Mode: You'll have to be there in office for 4 business days per week.

About Us

ITC Infotech is a leading global technology services and solutions provider, led by Business and Technology Consulting.

We provides business-friendly solutions to help clients succeed and be future-ready, by seamlessly bringing together digital expertise, strong industry specific alliances and the unique ability to leverage deep domain expertise from ITC Group businesses. We provide technology solutions and services to enterprises across industries such as Banking & Financial Services, Healthcare, Manufacturing, Consumer Goods, Travel and Hospitality, through a combination of traditional and newer business models, as a long-term sustainable partner.

Role Overview

We are seeking an experienced Snowflake Data Engineer to design, build, and optimize modern cloud-based data platforms. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in Snowflake, Python, SQL, Airflow, and AI-powered analytics, with a passion for building scalable data products and leveraging modern engineering practices.

Key Responsibilities

• You will design and develop scalable Snowflake-based data solutions
• You will build and optimize ELT/ETL pipelines and data models
• You will leverage Snowflake Cortex to enable AI-powered analytics and insights
• You will develop and manage Airflow workflows and orchestration frameworks
• You will implement Spec-Driven Development using Cursor and AI-assisted engineering
• You will create Power BI-ready semantic layers and analytics datasets
• You will drive automation, testing, monitoring, and CI/CD best practices
• You will collaborate with business and analytics teams to deliver high-quality data products

Experience Required & Education

• 8–12 years of experience in Data Engineering and Cloud Data Platforms
• Bachelor's/master’s degree in computer science, Engineering, or related field.

Must-Have

• Expert in Snowflake (Architecture, Data Modeling, Performance Tuning, Snowpark, Dynamic Tables, Streams & Tasks)
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake Cortex (Cortex Analyst, Cortex Search, AI-powered analytics)
• Strong expertise in Python and advanced SQL
• Experience building scalable ETL/ELT pipelines
• Strong knowledge of Apache Airflow for workflow orchestration
• Experience with Power BI datasets, semantic models, and report optimization
• Proficient in Cursor IDE and AI-assisted development
• Hands-on experience with Spec-Driven Development (SDD) and metadata-driven engineering
• Strong understanding of Git, CI/CD, and DataOps practices
• Experience integrating data from APIs, SaaS applications, and enterprise systems

Good to Have

• Experience with Terraform and Infrastructure as Code
• Exposure to Datadog or enterprise monitoring tools
• Experience with AI/GenAI-driven data engineering solutions
• Knowledge of Azure/AWS cloud platforms
• Retail, Consumer, or QSR domain experience
• Experience working in Agile product teams
• Exposure to modern data platform modernization initiatives

ITC Infotech is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We believe that no one should be discriminated against because of their differences, such as age, disability, ethnicity, gender, gender identity and expression, religion, or sexual orientation. All employment decisions shall be made without regard to age, race, creed, color, religion, sex, national origin, ancestry, disability status, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, citizenship status or any other basis as protected by federal, state, or local law. ITC infotech is committed to providing veteran employment opportunities to our service men and women.