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About the role
Client: State of MA/DOT; https://www.mass.gov/orgs/massachusetts-department-of-transportation
Location: Boston, MA (local candidate to MA/RI/NH)
Duration: 12+ month contract
Requirements: Please do not share candidates previously submitted to MA DOT/ FACE TO FACE INTERVIEW REQUIRED
Title: Sr. Snowflake Developer/Architect
Key Skills: Snowflake Developer/Architect, SQL, Python
Job Description:
MassDOT Technology division is seeking a highly skilled, experienced and motivated Snowflake Architect/Developer to join our team. The ideal candidate will have deep experience with Snowflake, data modeling, ETL/ELT processes, and cloud data architecture. You will work closely with Snowflake architecture team to deliver scalable, high-performance solutions that meet business analytics and reporting requirements. This role requires a deep understanding of Snowflake's features and best practices, as well as strong problem-solving skills and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
Key Responsibilities:
• Performance Tuning: Monitor and optimize performance, including query performance, resource utilization, and storage management.
• User and Access Management: Manage user access, roles, and permissions to ensure data security and compliance with organizational policies.
• Data Integration: Support and manage data integration processes, including data loading, transformation, and extraction.
• Troubleshooting and Support: Provide technical support and troubleshooting for Snowflake-related issues, including resolving performance bottlenecks and query optimization.
• Documentation and Reporting: Maintain detailed documentation of system configurations, procedures, and changes. Generate and deliver regular reports on system performance and usage.
• Collaboration: Work closely with data engineers, analysts, and other IT professionals to ensure seamless integration and optimal performance of the Snowflake environment.
• Best Practices: Stay up to date with Snowflake best practices and industry trends. Recommend and implement improvements and upgrades to enhance system functionality and performance.
• Qualifications and Experience:
o 5+ years of experience in data architecture, data engineering, or database development.
o 2+ years of hands-on experience with Snowflake, including data modeling, performance tuning, and security.
o At a minimum Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field.
o Experience with source control tools (GitHub preferred), ETL/ELT tools and cloud platforms (AWS preferred).
o Experience or exposure to AI tools.
o Deep understanding of data warehousing concepts, dimensional modeling, and analytics.
o Excellent problem-solving and communication skills.
o Experience integrating Snowflake with BI and reporting tools is a plus
• Required Skills:
o Strong proficiency in Snowflake architecture, features, and capabilities.
o Knowledge of SQL and Snowflake-specific query optimization.
o Experience with ETL tools and data integration processes.
o Strong proficiency in SQL and Python.
o Strong Database design and data modelling experience. Experience with data modeling tools.
o Ability to identify and drive continuous improvements.
o Strong problem solving and analytical skills.
o Demonstrated process-oriented and strategic thinking skills.
o Strong motivation and a desire to continuously learn and grow.
o Knowledge of Snowflake security features including access control, authentication, authorization, encryption, masking, secure view, etc.
o Experience working in AWS cloud environments.
o Experience working with Power BI and other BI, data visualization, and reporting tools.
o Business requirement gathering and aligning to solutions delivery.
o Experience with data integration solutions and tools, data pipelines, and modern ways of automating data using cloud based and on-premises technologies.
o Experience integrating Snowflake with an identity and access management program such as Azure IDP is a plus.
o Experience with other relational database management systems, cloud data warehouses and big data platforms is a plus.
• Analytical Skills: Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with strong attention to detail.
• Communication: Effective communication skills, both written and verbal, with the ability to convey complex technical information to non-technical stakeholders.
• Teamwork: Ability to work independently and collaboratively in a fast-paced environment.
Preferred Skills:
• Snowflake certification (e.g., SnowPro Core or Advanced Certification).
• Experience with data visualization tools (e.g., Power BI).
• Knowledge of technical areas such as T-SQL, DevOps, and scripting.
**Note: Please try to keep resume to 2-pages maximum.
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