Business Systems Analyst III

Role: Business Systems Analyst III

Location: Bengaluru ( Hybrid )

The Opportunity:

• Our client is seeking a highly skilled and motivated Snowflake FinOps Engineer to play a critical role in managing the spend of our growing Snowflake data platform.
• You will be responsible for ensuring the efficient and cost-effective operation of our Snowflake environment, combining deep technical expertise in Snowflake administration with a strong focus on financial accountability and resource optimization.
• This is an exciting opportunity to make a significant impact on our data infrastructure and contribute to a data-driven culture.

Responsibleness':

Snowflake Cost Optimization (FinOps):

• Develop and implement a comprehensive Snowflake cost optimization strategy aligned with business objectives.
• Continuously monitor and analyze Snowflake credit consumption and storage costs, identifying key cost drivers and trends.
• Proactively identify and implement opportunities for cost reduction through techniques such as virtual warehouse rightsizing, query optimization, data lifecycle management, and feature utilization.
• Develop and maintain dashboards and reports to track Snowflake spending, identify anomalies, and communicate cost optimization progress to stakeholders.
• Collaborate with engineering and analytics teams to educate them on cost-aware Snowflake practices and promote a culture of cost efficiency.
• Implement and manage Snowflake cost controls and alerts to prevent unexpected spending.
• Evaluate and recommend new Snowflake features and pricing models to optimize cost and performance.
• Automate cost monitoring, reporting, and optimization tasks using scripting and other tools.
• Work closely with finance and procurement teams on Snowflake budgeting and forecasting.
• Establish, document, and enforce a comprehensive tagging standard for Snowflake objects (e.g., virtual warehouses, tables, users) to improve cost tracking, resource allocation, and governance.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience 5+ years in administering and managing Snowflake data warehouse environments.
• Strong understanding of Snowflake architecture, features, and best practices.
• Demonstrated experience in implementing and driving cost optimization strategies for Snowflake.
• Proficiency in SQL and experience with data analysis and visualization tools (e.g., Tableau, Looker, Power BI).
• Experience with scripting languages (e.g., Python) for automation tasks is highly desirable.
• Familiarity with FinOps principles and practices in a cloud environment is a significant advantage.
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving skills with a strong attention to detail.
• Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to explain technical concepts to both technical and non-technical audiences.
• Ability to work independently and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
• Snowflake certifications (e.g., SnowPro Core) are a plus.