Snowflake Database Administrator
Work Location: St. Paul, MN (Hybrid, 2-days remote)
Duration: 6-month Contract-to-Hire
Pay Range: $45 to $55/hr W2
Overview:
We are seeking an experienced Snowflake Database Administrator to provide operational support for our Snowflake environment. This hybrid position requires a candidate with in-depth Snowflake expertise, problem-solving abilities, and strong collaboration skills to deliver high-quality solutions within a fast-paced environment.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide technical leadership and operational support for the Snowflake environment, ensuring smooth daily operations.
- Collaborate with end-users to troubleshoot and resolve issues, providing timely and effective solutions.
- Complete user requests and ServiceNow tasks promptly while maintaining high service standards.
- Participate in an on-call rotation, providing off-hour support as necessary.
- Prioritize and manage multiple projects within established budgets and customer priorities.
- Perform other duties as required to meet business needs.
Technical Knowledge & Skills:
- 5 years of database administrator experience with 2 years of Snowflake experience
- Understanding of Snowflake architecture, including operations and optimization.
- Proficient in Snowflake SQL with an understanding of its unique features.
- Deep knowledge of Snowflake features: Cloning, Data Sharing, Secure Views, caching, Warehouse sizes, and scaling.
- Experience with Snowflake data loading and unloading processes.
- Familiarity with Snowflake’s security features and role-based access control.
- Ability to integrate Snowflake with various data sources and BI tools.
- Solid relational database and SQL skills.
