Snowflake Data Engineer

Robert Half
Bristol
1 year ago
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SNOWFLAKE DATA ENGINEER - HEALTHCARE - AZURE, POWER BI, SQL,

Snowflake Data Engineer | Senior Consultant

Senior Snowflake Data Engineer & Strategy Consultant

Data Engineer (Snowflake and Matillion) - £425PD - Remote

Snowflake Data Engineer - Bristol (Hybrid)

Robert Half is recruiting on behalf of a global consulting firmfor a talentedSnowflake Data Engineer. This is a fantastic opportunity to work with a market-leading organisation within thefinancial services sector. The role ishybrid remote, requiring attendance at the Bristol office1-2 days per week, with the flexibility to work remotely for the remainder.

Role Details:

  • Rate:£550-£600 p/day via umbrella
  • Duration:6 months
  • Location:Bristol (Hybrid - 1-2 days in office)

Key Responsibilities:

  • Designing and implementing Snowflake data pipelines, data models, and ETL/ELT processes.
  • Migrating legacy systems toSnowflake Cloud Data Warehouse, ensuring scalability and performance.
  • Collaborating with cross-functional teams to define data solutions and business requirements.
  • Enhancing data quality, security, and governance practices across Snowflake implementations.
  • Optimising Snowflake virtual warehouses, query performance, and resource monitoring.

Key Skills and Experience Required:

  • Proven expertise inSnowflake Cloud Data Warehousearchitecture and implementation.
  • Strong experience inETL/ELT toolssuch as FiveTran, DBT, or Matillion.
  • Hands-on skills withSQL, SnowSQL, SnowPipe, and data migration techniques.
  • Background in financial services is essential, with an understanding of regulatory and data compliance requirements.
  • Ability to work collaboratively in a hybrid remote environment, with occasional office attendance.

Successful candidates will be required to undergo financial and criminal background checks as part of the screening process.

Robert Half Ltd acts as an employment business for temporary positions and an employment agency for permanent positions. Robert Half is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. Suitable candidates with equivalent qualifications and more or less experience can apply. Rates of pay and salary ranges are dependent upon your experience, qualifications and training. If you wish to apply, please read our Privacy Notice describing how we may process, disclose and store your personal data:roberthalf.com/gb/en/privacy-notice.

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