We are seeking a Lead DSE Specialist to become part of our team. This position is a strong match for a technically adaptable individual who feels at ease shifting between system administration, hands-on development, and architectural conversations. You will operate in an environment that prizes self-directed problem-solving and close interaction with client-side stakeholders. This role presents a meaningful chance to shape the ongoing development of a modern data ecosystem.
Responsibilities
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Oversee the Snowflake environment, covering warehouses, databases, resource monitors, and expense tracking
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Set up user accounts and roles while handling RBAC configuration, security settings, and permission structures throughout the platform
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Assist end users by diagnosing access problems, query performance bottlenecks, and data availability challenges
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Uphold rigorous governance standards across the platform to guarantee consistency and regulatory alignment
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Compose SQL statements covering both DDL work and analytical query needs
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Leverage and adjust existing CI/CD pipelines to facilitate Snowflake deployment processes
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Play a role in building semantic models, along with supporting QA and governance efforts
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Integrate AI functionality into Snowflake workflows, ideally through Cortex
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Work alongside the client's data architect to build out and expand the medallion architecture framework
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Weigh in on data modeling choices spanning the bronze, silver, and gold layers
Requirements
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At least 5 years of hands-on experience working with Snowflake or a comparable platform
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A minimum of one year spent guiding and managing teams
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Advanced SQL capabilities, covering DDL, intricate query construction, and performance optimization
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Background in administering Snowflake, encompassing RBAC, warehouse management, resource monitors, and security setup
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Practical data modeling knowledge, including the capacity to weigh in on medallion, dimensional, or vault methodologies and their respective trade-offs
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Real-world production experience with either dbt or Snowflake Streams & Tasks, going beyond surface-level exposure
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Familiarity with CI/CD practices, including ease in navigating and adapting pre-existing pipelines; knowledge of Terraform is beneficial, with at minimum a basic understanding of its role
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General development experience in any programming language, whether Python, Java, or JavaScript, demonstrating a builder's mentality rather than a strictly query-focused approach
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Hands-on exposure to AI/LLM applications within a data environment, with particular value placed on Snowflake Cortex familiarity
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Strong conceptual foundation in semantic modeling, quality assurance practices, and governance frameworks
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Ease in communicating directly with client-side stakeholders, such as architects and permanent staff, without relying on an intermediary team structure
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Excellent English communication skills (B2 level or higher)
Nice to have
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Background in data analysis to help generate insights and guide sound decision-making
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Working knowledge of Python for automation, scripting, or manipulating datasets
We offer
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International projects with top brands
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Work with global teams of highly skilled, diverse peers
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Healthcare benefits
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Employee financial programs
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Paid time off and sick leave
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Upskilling, reskilling and certification courses
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Unlimited access to the LinkedIn Learning library and 22,000+ courses
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Global career opportunities
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Volunteer and community involvement opportunities
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EPAM Employee Groups
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Award-winning culture recognized by Glassdoor, Newsweek and LinkedIn
