Senior Manager of Data Engineering - Snowflake Practice

Blend360

Columbia, MD

Contract

Senior

6 days ago

Job Description

About the Role

BLEND360 is an acclaimed, forward-thinking Data, Digital Marketing, & AI Solutions Company, dedicated to fueling remarkable outcomes for our Fortune 500 clients. Our trajectory is one of continuous expansion, emerging at the crossroads of cutting-edge analytics, data proficiency, technology, and digital marketing excellence. This is a contract to hire opportunity for an experienced Senior Data Engineering Manager with strong expertise in Snowflake to lead our data engineering team. The role involves overseeing data warehouse initiatives, managing team operations, and ensuring successful project delivery.

Key Responsibilities

Lead the data engineering team in the design, development, and maintenance of our Snowflake data warehouse
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to identify data requirements and ensure the accuracy and completeness of data pipelines
Develop and implement best practices for Snowflake architecture, data modeling, and ETL processes
Work with data analysts and business stakeholders to understand their needs and translate them into technical requirements
Manage the team's resources, including hiring, training, and performance management
Continuously evaluate and improve our data engineering processes, tools, and technologies
Ensure compliance with data security and privacy regulations

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
At least 8 years of experience in data engineering, with a minimum of 2 years' experience in Snowflake data platform and data warehouse
4 years of experience managing a team of data engineers
Strong knowledge of Snowflake architecture, design, and optimization techniques
Experience leading a team of data engineers and managing project timelines
Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams and stakeholders
Familiarity with cloud-based data platforms such as AWS, Azure, or Google Cloud
Proficient in SQL, Python, and other programming languages
Excellent communication skills, both written and verbal
Familiarity with data security and privacy regulations such as GDPR and CCPA

Nice to Have

Master's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or related field
Snowflake Certification(s)
Experience with cloud-based data warehousing solutions, such as AWS Redshift or Google BigQuery
Familiarity with agile development methodologies
Exposure to Snowflake Cortex and Iceberg