Senior Cloud Engineer

Are you passionate about leveraging Snowflake for data and analytics solutions while also demonstrating a deep understanding of cloud platforms such as AWS and Azure? As the Snowflake Engineer, you will spearhead the design, development, and operations of our cloud-native data & analytics technology stack on Snowflake, with an emphasis on cloud integrations, primarily AWS and Azure. You will report directly to the Global Head of Data & Analytics Engineering. Your role will be to implement and operate an advanced cloud-based technology stack for data & analytics, catering to various user profiles (e.g. Data Engineers, Data Scientists). This includes leveraging Infrastructure as Code and CI/CD templates. With a knack for innovation, you'll craft rapid and sustainable solutions, always ensuring adherence to regulations (e.g. GxP), scalability, and uptime of our distributed cloud-based environments. Collaborating closely with the Engineering and Architecture teams, you will drive automation, cost-efficiency, security, compliance, and scalability. In essence, you will champion Snowflake engineering and integrate it seamlessly with the larger cloud ecosystem, interacting with different facets of the business and IT. Through your direct experience, you will influence and inform the reference architecture, ensuring agile design and delivery cycles.

*Requirements:

• You have a Master's degree in Computer Science, Software Engineering, Statistics, Mathematics, or a related field preferred. 
• You excel in hands-on software development with a specialized focus on Snowflake engineering, complemented by a robust understanding of AWS and/or Azure. 
• You have an extensive grasp of technologies from data ingestion to advanced analytics and hold significant experience, possibly certified, with major cloud services (notably AWS, Azure, or Snowflake). 
• Your proficiency in Infrastructure as Code is commendable, showcasing experience with tools like Terraform and CloudFormation. 
• You are an expert in database design and best practices as well as tools like DBT. 
• Familiarity with version control (git), automated testing, continuous integration, and deployment, including CD4ML, is crucial. 
• Good knowledge of cloud Networking and Infrastructure, especially in AWS or Azure settings. . 
• You have experience in contributing to tech hubs, especially in Egypt, is beneficial. 
• You are proficient in English.