Snowflake DBA

Description:

Hybrid role in Hartford, CT. Our client is seeking a Snowflake DBA.

Due to client requirement, applicants must be willing and able to work on a w2 basis. For our w2 consultants, we offer a great benefits package that includes Medical, Dental, and Vision benefits, 401k with company matching, and life insurance.

Rate: $55 - $65 / hr. w2

• Provide technical leadership and operational support for our Snowflake environment.
• Collaborate with end users to resolve issues.
• Complete user requests and ServiceNow tasks in a timely manner.
• Participate in on-call rotation and provide off-hour support.
• Prioritize work and manage projects within established budget objectives and customer priorities.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Technical Knowledge:

• Strong understanding of Snowflake architecture and operation.
• Proficient in Snowflake SQL and understanding of its unique features.
• Solid understanding 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.
• Knowledge of integrating Snowflake with various data sources and BI tools.
• Strong relational database and SQL skills.
• Thorough working knowledge of all tools and techniques required for area(s) of responsibility.
• Understanding of the business that the assigned projects are supporting.

Business Knowledge & Partnership:

• Addresses business partner issues professionally and promptly.
• Proposes solutions that optimize project value.
• Communicates effectively with diverse audiences.

Problem Solving & Decision Making:

• Demonstrates strong analytical and diagnostic skills.
• Follows through on decisions to achieve intended results.
• Executes tasks to completion and optimizes resource use.

Leadership:

• Maintains effective partnerships within the department and with business customers.
• Provides valuable input to management and influences peers and project staff inclusively.
• Prioritizes key project tasks and maintains a clear sense of priorities.
• Anticipates and responds effectively to workload and resource changes.
• Collaborates with management in the planning process.