Snowflake DBA

Our client is looking for a Snowflake resource responsible for managing and optimizing the performance, security, and reliability of databases within the Snowflake Data Cloud platform. This role involves working closely with various stakeholders to ensure the efficient operation of Snowflake environments and to support the organization's data management needs. 
 
Description:

• Database Administration and Management: Manage and administer Snowflake databases and warehouses for multiple environments, ensuring high performance, availability, and security 
• Security Management: Implement and maintain database security by creating roles, users, and managing access controls 
• Disaster Recovery: Plan and execute disaster recovery strategies to ensure data integrity and availability 
• Maintenance Tasks: Plan and execute database maintenance tasks, including backups, updates, and performance tuning 
• Collaboration: Work with data engineers and other IT professionals to provide optimized solutions and integrate Snowflake with various third-party tools and platforms 
• User Support: Provide support to users by troubleshooting issues, optimizing queries, and ensuring efficient data access 
• Documentation: Maintain comprehensive documentation of Snowflake configurations, processes, and procedures 
• Recommend solutions to improve new and existing Data Warehouse and Analytics solutions
• Create, publish, maintain and influence the data warehouse patterns across development and architecture community in snowflake

 
Basic Requirements:

• At least 3 years of experience in Snowflake database administration, including real working experiences in Snowflake DBA best practices and development 
• College or university degree required
• Strong troubleshooting, problem solving and conceptualization skills
• Proficiency in ETL processes, SQL, and scripting languages such as Python, Shell Script, or PySpark 
• Strong problem-solving skills and the ability to analyze and optimize database performance 
• Excellent communication skills to effectively collaborate with cross-functional teams and convey technical information to both technical and non-technical audiences 

Other Desirable Qualifications:

• Certifications: Snowflake certification or relevant cloud certifications.
• Additional Skills: Familiarity with other data management tools and platforms such as Matillion, Tableau, Power BI, Informatica, and Cognos