Snowflake Dba

Description:

Queen Square Recruitment is hiring a skilled Snowflake Database Administrator for a hybrid contract engagement based in Norwich, UK. This is a pivotal opportunity to work on a mission-critical project for a leading global client in the finance and technology domain. The successful candidate will play a central role in the optimization and transformation of cloud-based data infrastructures using Snowflake and AWS.

This contract role demands an expert-level Snowflake DBA with solid experience in managing large-scale data environments, database administration, and performance tuning within cloud and hybrid infrastructures.

Key Responsibilities:

• Administer and maintain Snowflake environments, including access controls and account management

• Oversee data security, governance, and compliance within Snowflake

• Monitor and optimize database performance, virtual warehouses, and workloads

• Implement backup strategies, disaster recovery solutions, and replication methods

• Facilitate data sharing via Snowflake Marketplace and Data Exchange

• Collaborate with development teams, cloud engineers, and business stakeholders

• Execute data migration, integrity validation, and workflow alignment across platforms

• Utilize SQL, including Snowflake-specific extensions, to manage and optimize queries and stored procedures

• Ensure efficient operation within hybrid cloud environments using tools such as AWS

Key Skills and Qualifications:

• Proven expertise in Snowflake DBA with at least 3+ years of hands-on experience

• Advanced proficiency in SQL and Snowflake SQL

• Experience with AWS and hybrid cloud environments

• Background in DBA roles involving SQL Server, Exadata, or Teradata

• Solid knowledge of data governance, backup, disaster recovery, and cloud security protocols

Desirable Soft Skills:

• Strong communication skills and stakeholder management experience

• Client-facing experience, with the ability to represent technical solutions effectively

• High attention to detail, strong analytical mindset

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively

• Proactive problem-solving skills and adaptability in a fast-paced environment

Working Hours

Standard full-time contract working hours (exact schedule based on client requirements)