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Snowflake Data Architect Jobs (NOW HIRING)

Snowflake Data Engineer

Indianapolis, IN · On-site

$109K - $131K/yr

Snowflake Data Engineer | Skills & Experience * 5+ years of experience in data engineering, data architecture, or a related technical discipline. * Strong hands-on experience with Snowflake ...

Snowflake Data Cloud Architect

New York, NY

$69.75 - $89.75/hr

Architect and Implement Snowflake Solutions: * Design and optimize Snowflake-based data architectures for portfolio, security master, transactions, benchmarks, and performance data. * Implement ...

Perform overall architecture design, performance tuning and implementation of data analytic solutions with Snowflake, AWS, Azure or GCP environments. * Provide thought leadership to clients to assist ...

Data Architect

Maitland, FL · On-site

$59.50 - $76.50/hr

Implement and manage Snowflake data warehouse solutions, including data modeling, performance ... Participate in architecture reviews and contribute to data standards and best practices

Principal Data Architect Job Summary Vertiv is building a modern, intelligent data ecosystem that ... This role anchors the adoption of Snowflake Data & AI platform capabilities, ensures alignment with ...

Snowflake Architect / Snowflake Administrator / Data Platform Architect (W2 Contract) Location:-Cincinnati, OH 45249 (Hybrid - 3 Days Onsite, 2 Days Remote) Work Location: 8500 Governors Hill Dr ...

Snowflake Data Engineer - Onsite

Baltimore, MD · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

Architect scalable, secure, and high-performance data ecosystems across AWS, Azure, and Google ... Leverage Snowflake Cortex AI and AI-enabled architectures to support advanced analytics and ...

Lead Snowflake Data Engineer

New York, NY · On-site

$125K - $150K/yr

Architect scalable, high-performance data models for analytics consumption * Build backend data ... Leverage Snowflake Cortex AI or similar for advanced data capabilities * Enforce data governance ...

Data Architect (Snowflake)

Chicago, IL · On-site

$65.75 - $84.50/hr

... data architecture concepts and standards leveraging leading architecture practices and advanced ... as Redshift, Snowflake, SQL Server, etc. - Passionate about programming and learning new ...

Snowflake Senior Data Engineer

Dallas, TX · On-site

$113K - $136K/yr

... data architecture for global clients. Responsibilities : • Design and develop scalable data ... on the Snowflake data warehousing platform to meet evolving business requirements. • Write ...

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How much do snowflake data architect jobs pay per hour?

As of Jun 23, 2026, the average hourly pay for snowflake data architect in the United States is $69.98, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $61.30 and $78.85 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a Snowflake Data Architect?

A Snowflake Data Architect is a specialized IT professional who designs, implements, and manages data solutions using the Snowflake cloud data platform. They are responsible for creating scalable, secure, and high-performance data architectures that support business intelligence, analytics, and data warehousing needs. Their role includes modeling data, optimizing storage and query performance, setting up data integrations, and ensuring best practices are followed in security and governance. Snowflake Data Architects often collaborate with data engineers, analysts, and business stakeholders to deliver effective data solutions tailored to organizational requirements.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Snowflake Data Architect, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Snowflake Data Architect, you need deep expertise in data warehousing concepts, SQL, cloud platforms, and a strong understanding of the Snowflake architecture, often backed by a computer science degree and relevant Snowflake certifications. Proficiency in ETL tools, data modeling software, and integration with platforms like AWS, Azure, or GCP is commonly required. Strong problem-solving, communication, and project management skills help you collaborate with stakeholders and deliver scalable solutions. These capabilities ensure efficient data architecture design, optimal system performance, and alignment with organizational data strategies.

What is the difference between Snowflake Data Architect vs Data Engineer?

AspectSnowflake Data ArchitectData Engineer
Primary FocusDesigning and planning data architecture on Snowflake platformBuilding, developing, and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure
Skills & CertificationsSnowflake certifications, data modeling, cloud architectureSQL, ETL tools, cloud platforms, programming languages
Work EnvironmentData architecture teams, cloud data platformsData pipelines, cloud environments, software development teams

While both roles work within data management, Snowflake Data Architects focus on designing data solutions specifically on Snowflake, whereas Data Engineers build and maintain the data pipelines and infrastructure across various platforms. Understanding these differences helps organizations assign the right skills to each role.

How does a Snowflake Data Architect typically collaborate with cross-functional teams during data migration projects?

As a Snowflake Data Architect, you will work closely with data engineers, business analysts, and IT project managers to design and implement efficient migration strategies from legacy systems to the Snowflake platform. You’ll be responsible for translating business requirements into technical specifications and ensuring data quality and security throughout the migration process. Regular communication and coordination with stakeholders are essential to address data modeling challenges, optimize performance, and support troubleshooting efforts. This collaborative environment fosters shared ownership of project outcomes and provides opportunities to expand your expertise in cloud-based data solutions.
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Infographic showing various Snowflake Data Architect job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, and 99% Full Time. Highlights an 77% Physical, 7% Hybrid, and 16% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $145,556 per year, or $70 per hour.
Senior Snowflake Data Engineer

Senior Snowflake Data Engineer

Morningstar, Inc.

Chicago, IL

$114K - $167K/yr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Life, Retirement

Posted 4 days ago


MorningStar Senior Living rating

6.4

Company rating: 6.4 out of 10

Based on 29 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

82nd of 228 rated social care providers


Job description

About the Role
We are seeking a highly experienced Snowflake Engineer with deep expertise in Snowflake system optimization, enterprise data architecture, and scalable pipeline development.
This role will be responsible for governing the Snowflake data architecture, fine-tuning system performance, and building scalable data pipelines that power analytics and business intelligence across the Marketing and Sales Organizations.
The ideal candidate combines hands-on engineering expertise with architectural vision and performance optimization experience in Snowflake environments.
Location: Chicago, IL (Hybrid policy- 4 days onsite)
What Success Looks Like
  • A scalable, well-governed Snowflake architecture
  • Optimized compute cost and improved query performance
  • Reliable, observable data pipelines
  • Clean, standardized, and business-aligned data models
  • Strong cross-functional collaboration
  • Creation of detailed & practical documentation for data-consumers

Responsibilities
  • Design and implement enterprise-grade Snowflake architecture
  • Define data modeling standards and Snowflake best practices
  • Design scalable ingestion frameworks for structured and semi-structured data
  • Architect solutions for performance, scalability, cost optimization, and governance
  • Establish data lifecycle management, retention, and archival strategies
  • Partner with analytics, BI, and data science teams to translate business requirements into scalable data solutions
  • Maintain clear documentation for data lineage and architecture
  • Optimize warehouse sizing and workload management strategies
  • Analyze query plans and improve performance using clustering, pruning, and micro-partition strategies
  • Improve cost efficiency through compute optimization and storage management
  • Implement monitoring frameworks for performance and usage tracking
  • Tune ingestion processes
  • Design, build, and maintain scalable ETL/ELT pipelines
  • Develop orchestration workflows using Airflow, dbt, or similar tools
  • Support batch and near real-time data ingestion
  • Implement data quality checks, validation rules, and observability
  • Troubleshoot and resolve performance bottlenecks across pipelines

Required Qualifications
  • 5+ years of experience in Data Architecture
  • Proven experience designing Snowflake data architecture at scale
  • Advanced SQL and query optimization expertise
  • Strong knowledge of data warehousing concepts and modeling techniques
  • Experience with cloud platforms (AWS, Azure, or GCP)
  • Experience building enterprise-grade ETL/ELT pipelines

Preferred Qualifications
  • Snowflake certification(s)
  • Experience ingesting and cleaning Marketing, Salesforce, & Eloqua datasets
  • Experience designing data governance frameworks and compliance standards
  • Experience implementing multi-environment (dev/test/prod) Snowflake setups
  • Experience with data streaming technologies (Kafka, Kinesis, etc.)
  • Experience with cost optimization for large-scale cloud data platforms

We're not considering candidates who require sponsorship now or in the future.
Compensation and Benefits
At Morningstar we believe people are at their best when they are at their healthiest. That's why we champion your wellness through a wide range of programs that support all stages of your personal and professional life. Here are some examples of the offerings we provide:
  • Financial Health
    • 100% 401k match up to 6% of salary
    • Stock Ownership Potential
    • Company provided life insurance - 1x salary + commission
  • Physical Health
    • Comprehensive health benefits (medical/dental/vision) including potential premium discounts and company-provided HSA contributions (up to $500-$2,000 annually) for specific plans and coverages
    • Additional medical Wellness Incentives - up to $300-$600 annual
    • Company-provided long- and short-term disability insurance
  • Emotional Health
    • Trust-Based Time Off
    • 6-week Paid Sabbatical Program
    • 6-Week Paid Family Caregiving Leave
    • Competitive 8-24 Week Paid Parental Leave
    • Adoption Assistance
    • Leadership Coaching & Formal Mentorship Opportunities
    • Annual Flex Stipend - $1000 annually to cover personal education & well-being expenses
    • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Social Health
    • Charitable Matching Gifts program
    • Dollars for Doers volunteer program
    • Paid volunteering days
    • 15+ Employee Resource & Affinity Groups

Total Cash Compensation Range
$114,100.00-167,350.00
Inclusive of annual base salary and target incentive
Morningstar's hybrid work environment gives you the opportunity to collaborate in-person each week as we've found that we're at our best when we're purposely together on a regular basis. In most of our locations, our hybrid work model is four days in-office each week. A range of other benefits are also available to enhance flexibility as needs change. No matter where you are, you'll have tools and resources to engage meaningfully with your global colleagues.
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