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Snowflake DBA

xCroTek AI16 days ago
Open Hall, Newfoundland and Labrador, Canada
Mid Level
Full-Time

About the role

Job Category: Developer

Job Type: Full Time

Job Location: Remote

Job status: Open

Job Description

About xCroTek

xCroTek is a product- and service-based AI software company that builds innovative, AI-powered solutions to drive intelligent automation and digital transformation. We specialize in creating scalable, impactful technologies for modern businesses.

Job Overview

We are looking for a proactive Snowflake Database Administrator (DBA) with 1–5 years of experience in managing and optimizing Snowflake environments. The candidate will be responsible for administration, performance tuning, security, monitoring, and ensuring high availability of Snowflake data warehouse systems. This role requires expertise in Snowflake’s architecture, strong SQL skills, and cloud data platform experience.

Key Responsibilities

Administer, monitor, and maintain Snowflake environments across development, testing, and production. Manage user roles, access control, and security policies in Snowflake. Perform query optimization, workload management, and performance tuning to ensure efficient data operations. Monitor storage usage, warehouses, credit consumption, and implement cost optimization strategies. Ensure high availability, backup, disaster recovery, and data retention strategies are in place. Collaborate with data engineers and architects to support ETL/ELT pipelines and integrations. Automate administrative tasks using Snowflake utilities, scripting (Python/SQL), and cloud-native tools. Manage Snowflake upgrades, patches, and new feature rollouts. Implement data governance, compliance, and audit controls. Troubleshoot system issues, user queries, and provide root cause analysis.

Required Skills

Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or related field. 1–5 years of experience as a Snowflake DBA or Data Platform Administrator. Strong expertise in Snowflake administration, security, and performance tuning. Hands-on experience in role-based access control (RBAC), warehouses, micro-partitions, and clustering. Solid SQL skills with the ability to analyze and optimize complex queries. Knowledge of cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP) and their integration with Snowflake. Experience with monitoring and alerting tools (e.g., CloudWatch, Splunk, or similar). Familiarity with ETL/ELT tools (Informatica, dbt, Talend, Matillion, etc.). Strong problem-solving and communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in Python, Shell scripting, or automation frameworks. Exposure to data security frameworks (encryption, masking, GDPR/CCPA compliance). Knowledge of DevOps/CI-CD pipelines for data environments. Familiarity with other cloud data warehouses (BigQuery, Redshift, Synapse).

How To Apply

Interested candidates should submit their resume and a brief cover letter explaining their interest in the role to hr@xcrotek.com. Please include “Snowflake DBA” in the subject line.

Apply with a one-page cover letter and CV to hr@xcrotek.com

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About xCroTek AI

IT Services and IT Consulting
11-50 employees
Founded in 2025

xCroTek is a leading provider of cutting-edge AI and software solutions, dedicated to enabling businesses to harness the power of artificial intelligence for strategic advantage. Our specialized services include:

  • Advanced AI Technologies: Implementation of machine learning, deep learning, NLP, and computer vision to drive intelligent automation and insights.
  • Generative AI Solutions: Development of sophisticated generative AI models for content creation, data synthesis, and innovative applications.
  • AI-Driven Automation: Streamlining operational processes through intelligent automation tools and workflows.
  • Intelligent Chatbot Development: Creating interactive and efficient chatbot solutions for enhanced customer engagement and support.
  • Predictive Analytics: Utilizing data-driven insights to forecast trends, optimize resource allocation, and improve decision-making.

We partner with premier cloud providers, including AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure, to ensure robust and scalable AI deployments. xCroTek is committed to delivering tailored AI-powered software, virtual assistants, and automation solutions that drive measurable growth and efficiency for our clients.

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