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Principal Data Architecture Consultant

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Employment Type: Full Time/Direct Hire

Location: Atlanta, GA, Washington, DC, NYC, Richmond, VA, Charlotte, NC

Location Type: Hybrid (1-2 days onsite per week) - Home Office/Local Ippon office

About Ippon:

The Ippon story started in 2002 in Paris, France - cue in the accordion. Our founder and CEO Stéphane Nomis used his unique experience as an international Judo champion to create a culture based on the sports values of ambition and excellence. Our USA Headquarters office is located in Richmond, VA, with additional offices in New York, NY, Washington DC, and Atlanta, GA. We are a technology consulting firm that specializes in helping accelerate our client’s digital roadmap in the areas of Product Management, Cloud, Data, and Software Engineering.

About the position:

We are currently seeking a Principal Data Engineering Consultant with significant expertise in the Snowflake Data Cloud to serve as an advisor to our clients who are facing primarily non-engineering, data-related challenges. This person will need to seamlessly transition between pre-sales meetings, delivering complex technical architectures, and defining strategic goals and roadmaps for the business. We are looking for someone to help improve our data management offerings, leveraging the capabilities of Snowflake, and position our organization for long-term success with our data-driven clients.

Roles and Responsibilities:

Client Advisory and Strategic Consulting:
Act as a trusted advisor to clients, understanding their business challenges and translating them into actionable data strategies.
Conduct thorough assessments of client data environments and identify opportunities for optimization and improvement using Snowflake.
Develop and present strategic data roadmaps, outlining key initiatives and timelines to achieve client business goals.
Lead pre-sales engagements, demonstrating the value of Snowflake and our data management services to prospective clients.

Snowflake Architecture and Implementation:
Design and implement scalable and efficient data architectures within the Snowflake Data Cloud.
Develop and optimize data pipelines for data ingestion, transformation, and loading (ETL/ELT) within Snowflake.
Configure and manage Snowflake features, including virtual warehouses, data sharing, and security.
Provide technical expertise on Snowflake best practices, performance tuning, and cost optimization.

Data Management and Governance:
Establish and enforce data governance policies and procedures within Snowflake environments.
Implement data quality checks and validation processes to ensure data accuracy and reliability.
Develop and maintain data documentation and metadata management practices.
Provide guidance on data security and compliance requirements within Snowflake.

Solution Development and Innovation:
Develop and implement innovative data solutions that leverage the full capabilities of Snowflake.
Stay up-to-date on the latest Snowflake features and advancements.
Contribute to the development of internal data management offerings and best practices.
Identify and evaluate emerging data technologies and trends.

Collaboration and Communication:
Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including data scientists, analysts, and business stakeholders.
Effectively communicate technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
Deliver clear and concise presentations and reports to clients and internal stakeholders.
Work with project managers to keep projects on time, and within budget.

Competencies we are looking for:

Bachelor's degree in Computer Science or a related field, or equivalent experience
SnowPro Core Certification required
SnowPro Advanced: Data Engineering Certification preferred
10+ years of experience in designing and implementing cloud-based data architectures, with a focus on data warehousing
4+ years of experience in data-focused consulting or professional services, with a track record of delivering successful client solutions
Proficiency in Snowflake data warehousing platform, including advanced data modeling, performance optimization, security configurations, Snowpipe, and data sharing
Proven ability to develop and manage ETL/ELT processes and data pipelines for seamless data integration into Snowflake, using tools such as Airflow, DBT, or similar technologies
Excellent verbal and written communication skills for conveying complex technical concepts to non-technical stakeholders and team members
A consulting mindset with the ability to understand client requirements, build relationships, and deliver tailored solutions that meet their specific needs
Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities
Ability to adapt to evolving technologies and methodologies in the dynamic data architecture landscape
Collaborative spirit and the ability to work effectively within multidisciplinary teams
Effective time management and organizational skills
Leadership qualities to guide and inspire team members and stakeholders in achieving goals
Commitment to ongoing learning and staying updated on the latest trends and advancements in data architecture and Snowflake
Meticulous attention to detail when designing data models and ensuring data quality and accuracy

What We Offer:

Great salary and benefits - Health (HDHP & PPO Plans), dental, and vision insurance, HSA, EAP, as well as a 401k with company match
Work/life balance - Ippon offers generous PTO, parental leave and medical leaves, and flexible schedules
A fun, creative, and healthy work environment, focused on teamwork, knowledge-sharing, and exceptional delivery
Opportunities to expand your portfolio and work with different companies and industries
Career growth, upskilling, cross training and leadership opportunities

$160,000 - $180,000 a year

We value the diversity and different perspectives each of our employees bring to Ippon Technologies.

Ippon Technologies is an equal-opportunity employer. All applicants will be considered for employment without attention to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, national origin, veteran, or disability status.

Visit us on LinkedIn or at https://us.ippon.tech/ to learn more.

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What You Should Know About Principal Data Architecture Consultant, Ippon Technologies

At Ippon Technologies, we are on the lookout for a passionate and skilled Principal Data Architecture Consultant to join our vibrant team in Richmond, Virginia. If you're excited about leveraging the power of Snowflake to transform data solutions, you could be the perfect fit for our dynamic environment! In this full-time role, you'll act as a trusted advisor to our clients, helping them navigate complex data landscapes and craft actionable strategies that align with their business goals. Your expertise will shine as you conduct thorough assessments, design scalable architectures, and lead innovative solution development within the Snowflake Data Cloud. You'll also enjoy the flexibility of a hybrid model, working 1-2 days onsite each week while collaborating with talented professionals across multiple domains. We're looking for someone who thrives on strategic consulting, data management, and governance, and who is ready to make an impact in the world of data. At Ippon, we're proud of our inclusive culture and commitment to excellence. So if you're eager for career growth and want to be part of a forward-thinking company that's all about teamwork, creativity, and knowledge-sharing, we’d love to hear from you!

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What are the key responsibilities of a Principal Data Architecture Consultant at Ippon Technologies?

As a Principal Data Architecture Consultant at Ippon Technologies, your primary responsibilities will include acting as a trusted advisor to clients, conducting assessments of data environments, and developing strategic roadmaps using Snowflake. You'll also design scalable data architectures, oversee data management and governance procedures, and lead pre-sales engagements showcasing our services.