Role : Snowflake Engineer - Operations
Location : Chennai
Experience : 5+ Years
Immediate Joiners Only
Job Description :
Education and Certifications
- Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related technical field
- Certifications in Snowflake, SQL, or cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, GCP) are a plus
Required Experience
1–4 years of hands-on experience in data platform support or operations rolesWorking knowledge of Snowflake architecture, query optimization, security model, and platform featuresEssential Skills
Proficiency in SQL with the ability to troubleshoot query issues and monitor query performance in SnowflakeUnderstanding of Snowflake components such as virtual warehouses, roles, stages, and tasksExperience in supporting Snowflake user management, permissions, and role-based access controlFamiliarity with scheduling and orchestration tools (e.g., Airflow, dbt, or native Snowflake tasks)Ability to work with data engineers and analysts to resolve data refresh and access-related issuesStrong verbal and written communication skills for documenting issues and coordinating with global stakeholdersDesired Skills
Exposure to cloud platforms such as AWS or Azure, especially in relation to data storage and cost optimizationExperience with scripting languages like Python or Bash for automating routine tasksKnowledge of observability and logging tools (e.g., Datadog, CloudWatch, or Grafana) for monitoring Snowflake usage and performanceUnderstanding of data governance practices, including PII handling, audit logs, and data maskingAwareness of ITIL-based processes (Incident, Change, and Problem Management)Foundational understanding of AI-driven automation in IT operationsFamiliar with integrating machine learning models into operational workflowsExperience in consuming and integrating RESTful APIs for system interactions