Senior Cloud Engineer
The Senior Cloud Engineer is responsible for designing, engineering, and supporting multiple cloud initiatives in support of business requirements. This role requires advanced Snowflake platform experiences. AWS, Azure, Google, and Snowflake cloud experience within public, private, and hybrid cloud topologies. This role will set the direction for automation, testing and deployment for existing and new cloud projects. Responsibilities will also include partner / vendor management and monitoring of the environment for conformity. Must be able to document each environment, establish processes and procedures, and work within security frameworks.
This role will help drive new innovative platforms here at Horizon Media by supporting the requests within the Snowflake environment and interconnected platforms. A dynamic environment that will push creativity and help bring ideas architectural visions to life.
Main Duties and Responsibilities
50% - Technical Engineering and Design
- Advanced Snowflake architecture and features / functionality
- Decision making expertise amongst Cloud platforms
- Database design and RBAC expertise
20% - Team Collaboration
Must have passion for working in a collaborating environmentConfidence in managing projectsComfortable with re-prioritizations20% - Client Relationships
Must be able to lead internal and external client conversationsExperience documenting requirements and converting to actions10% - Vendor Management
Required relationships :Snowflake Account and Support TeamsAWS Account and Support TeamsAkkio Development CollaborationExternal integrations vendor outreachKey Competencies
Excellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong analytical and problem-solving skillsExcellent ability to document technical designs, processes and proceduresAbility to successfully manage vendors / consultantsKnowledge and Skills Required
Degree in computer science related fieldCertifications in respective areas of technical skill set5-7 years of experience in cloud infrastructure2-3 users in Administering Snowflake environmentsAdvanced Snowflake platform management, administration and optimization experienceRBAC, Data shares, Snowpipe, Streamlit, Data Clean Rooms, Cortex, Warehouse ManagementDBT development and data transformation experienceArchitect, implement and maintain solutions to support the core business needs running in virtual private and public cloud environmentsMaintain an in-depth understanding of AWS, Google, and Azure public cloud technologies to ensure all appropriate options are considered to support business initiativesAct as the subject matter expert for clients, managers, application and engineering teams, to resolve technical issues and improve overall architecturePromote automation best practices to minimize manual operational tasks and establish a DevOps oriented delivery modelFamiliarity with multi-factor authentication capabilities within each cloud environmentHave knowledge of cloud-based event logging and auditing solutionsManage administrative level accountsExperience with Active Directory authentication servicesManage automation scripts and tools related to system provisioningCreate, revise, and maintain systems documentationWork closely with clients to set requirements and expectationsKnowledge of software development tools such as DBT and GitHubSalary Range $140,000.00 - $200,000.00 A successful applicant's actual base salary may vary based on factors such as individual's skill sets, experience, training, education, licensure / certifications, and qualifications for the role. As an organization, we take an aptitude and competency-based hiring approach. We provide a competitive total rewards package including a discretionary bonus and a variety of benefits including health insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement savings plans, company paid holidays and unlimited paid time off (PTO), mental health and wellness resources, pet insurance, childcare resources, identity theft insurance, fertility assistance programs, and fitness reimbursement.