Snowflake Data Engineering Lead. Remote working. £70-85k. SQL, Python.

Title: Snowflake Data Engineering Lead

Location: Remote (UK-based) with occasional client-site travel

Employment Type: Permanent

Salary: Competitive + Benefits

Role Overview

Our Client is seeking an experienced and hands-on Snowflake Data Engineering Lead to join their growing team. This role requires not only deep technical expertise in Snowflake and related technologies but also proven experience in leading projects, managing client relationships, and coordinating with the technical delivery team. The successful candidate will play a key role in delivering transformative data solutions for clients across various sectors.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead the delivery of Snowflake-based data engineering projects, ensuring quality and timely execution.
• Act as the primary point of contact for clients, managing expectations and maintaining strong relationships.
• Collaborate with Our Client's technical delivery team to ensure seamless project execution.
• Provide technical leadership and guidance on Snowflake architecture, data modelling, and best practices.
• Oversee configuration and management of client cloud platforms (Snowflake and related tools).
• Conduct code reviews, testing, and ensure adherence to industry standards.
• Prepare and deliver technical documentation and project reports.
• Support pre-sales activities, including building and demonstrating proof-of-concepts (PoCs).

Key experience and Knowledge

• Extensive hands-on experience with Snowflake and cloud data platforms (eg, Azure, AWS, GCP).
• Strong proficiency in SQL and Python for data engineering tasks.
• Experience with integration tools (eg, Talend, Matillion, FiveTran, dbt).
• Proven track record of leading data engineering projects and managing client relationships.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Ability to mentor junior team members and foster technical excellence.
• Knowledge of data governance, security, and quality best practices.
• Snowflake certifications (eg, SnowPro Core, Advanced Architect).
• Experience with cost optimisation strategies for cloud platforms.
• Familiarity with modern data architecture concepts (data lakehouse, dimensional modelling).

Remuneration

• Maximum of 85k salary
• Competitive salary + Bonus scheme
• Pension plan
• 25 days annual leave
• Private healthcare
• Training and certification opportunities
• Company phone and remote working setup