Snowflake Implementation Specialist

HRB; United States; Remote; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

An innovative firm is looking for a Snowflake Implementation Specialist to lead the optimization and maintenance of Snowflake for a prominent pension fund. This role is crucial in enhancing financial operations and maximizing data infrastructure capabilities. The ideal candidate will have proven experience in investment operations and a strong understanding of cloud technology solutions. Join a dynamic team where your expertise will help shape the future of data management in a fast-paced investment environment. If you thrive in a remote setting and are passionate about data, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Proven experience in investment operations or IT in a pension plan or large financial institution.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and cloud-based technology solutions.

Responsibilities

• Implement and optimize the Snowflake platform based on provided roadmaps and designs.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate Snowflake with existing investment operations.

Skills

Snowflake Implementation

Data Management

Problem-Solving

Investment Operations

Cloud Technology Solutions

Tools

Aladdin

BNY Eagle

FactSet

Job description

Job Title: Snowflake Implementation Specialist

Location: Remote Canada (but occasional travel to the US)

Engagement Type: Contract (salaried options may be considered for the right candidate)

Engagement Duration: 2 Years

Start Date: July 1, 2025 (Identification of candidate by May 1, 2025)

Overview: We are seeking a knowledgeable and experienced Snowflake Implementation Specialist to lead the implementation, optimization, and maintenance of Snowflake for a prominent pension fund located on the West Coast. This role is pivotal in supporting our financial operations and maximizing the capabilities of our data infrastructure in a dynamic investment environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Implement and optimize the Snowflake platform based on provided roadmaps and designs.
• Maintain and troubleshoot Snowflake environments to ensure high performance and reliability.
• Collaborate with stakeholders to integrate Snowflake with existing investment operations and IT infrastructure.
• Provide expertise and guidance regarding best practices for data management and performance within Snowflake.
• Ensure compliance with all relevant regulations and standards in financial data management.

Qualifications:

• Proven experience in investment operations or IT in a pension plan or large financial institution.
• Familiarity with investment performance platforms such as Aladdin, BNY Eagle, FactSet, or similar tools.
• Strong understanding of data warehousing concepts and cloud-based technology solutions.
• Excellent problem-solving skills and ability to work independently in a remote environment.

Preferred Skills:

• Previous experience with Snowflake or similar cloud data platforms is highly desirable.
• Exceptional communication skills for effective stakeholder engagement.