Snowflake Data Engineer at Kforce Inc in Boston, Massachusetts

Job Description:

RESPONSIBILITIES:

Kforce has a client in Boston, MA that is seeking a Snowflake Data Engineer.

Responsibilities:

• Snowflake Data Engineer will design, develop, and maintain complex snowflake data warehouses


• Ensure data integrity, quality, and security across all data warehousing activities


• Develop and maintain data pipelines to integrate data from various internal and external sources


• Develop and maintain data pipelines using tools for data transformation, testing, and deployment


• Write Python code to automate data processing, transformation, and loading tasks, including data ingestion, data quality control, and data visualization


• Collaborate with data analysts and business stakeholders to understand data requirements and develop data solutions that meet business needs


• Develop and maintain data visualizations and reports using Snowflake's built-in visualization tools or third-party tools like Tableau


• Ensure data quality, integrity, and security by developing data validation rules, data cleansing processes, and data access controls


• Optimize snowflake data warehouse performance, scalability, and reliability, including monitoring and troubleshooting data issues


• As a Snowflake Data Engineer, you will develop and maintain technical documentation, including data dictionary, data flow diagrams, and code comments


• Participate in code reviews and provide feedback to ensure high-quality code and adherence to coding standards


• Work closely with the agency's data team and the overall state technology team to ensure alignment on data strategy and technology standards


• Communicate complex data findings to non-technical stakeholders in a clear and concise manner


• Provide technical guidance and mentorship to junior analysts and other team members

REQUIREMENTS:

• 8+ years of experience in Snowflake data warehouse development and management, data engineering field


• Experience with Snowflake features, including cloning, time travel, data sharing, and micro-partitioning


• Strong experience integrating Snowflake with Tableau, Salesforce, third party APIs, etc.


• Experience in Python or similar scripting languages for automation and data processing


• Experience with cloud platforms like AWS, Azure


• Strong understanding of Snowflake architecture, data modeling, and data warehousing concepts


• Strong understanding of Snowflake's architecture, including virtual warehouses, storage, and compute separation


• Expertise in Snowflake Role-Based Access Control (RBAC), data masking, and encryption


• Knowledge of data security and compliance standards as they relate to Snowflake


• Knowledge of data governance frameworks and tools


• Proficiency with SQL, including snowflake's SQL dialect and complex query writing for performance optimization


• Proficiency with data integration tools and ETL/ELT processes


• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and communication skills


• Excellent verbal and written communication skills with project teams and business teams


• Ability to work collaboratively in a cross-functional team environment

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note: Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless
and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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