Snowflake Solution Architect Lead

Who we are We are seeking an accomplished and highly skilled Snowflake Solution Architect. The successful candidate will bring deep expertise in designing and implementing Snowflake-based cloud data platforms that are scalable, secure, and business-aligned. This individual will play a pivotal role in guiding enterprise clients through their data platform modernisation journey, leveraging Snowflake’s capabilities to enable data democratisation, advanced analytics, and AI-driven insights. As a trusted advisor, you will collaborate with client partners, business stakeholders, and technology teams to define Snowflake strategies, design robust architectures, and implement best practices. You will thrive in a fast-evolving technology environment, continuously expanding your knowledge to ensure NTT DATA and our clients remain at the forefront of data innovation. What you'll be doing Client Engagement & Delivery: Lead client interactions to understand needs, define outcomes, and ensure high‑quality delivery across all engagements Solution Design & Implementation: Architect and implement scalable data solutions aligned with client objectives and industry best practices Migration & Modernisation: Drive end‑to‑end data migration and modernisation initiatives, ensuring seamless transitions to modern platforms and technologies Thought Leadership & Knowledge Sharing: Contribute to internal and external thought leadership through best‑practice development, mentoring, and knowledge dissemination Collaboration & Leadership: Partner with cross‑functional teams to guide project execution, support team development, and foster a collaborative working environment Business Relationship Management: Build and maintain strong relationships with key stakeholders to support long‑term strategic partnerships Key Stakeholder Relationships: Engage with senior client stakeholders to align on strategy, delivery expectations, and value creation Practice Leaders & Team Members: Collaborate closely with practice leadership and internal teams to support capability growth and project success Client-Side Technical Leadership: Develop peer‑level relationships within client organisations Measures of Success: Successful delivery of Snowflake data platforms aligned to client objectives High client satisfaction and repeat engagements Demonstrated leadership in data modernisation initiatives Contribution to practice growth through assets, propositions, and thought leadership What you'll bring along BSc/MSc in Computer Science, Data Engineering, or related field; Snowflake certification(s) strongly desirable Experience: Minimum 7–10 years in data architecture, engineering, or consulting roles, with at least 3+ years in Snowflake solution architecture Proven expertise in designing and implementing Snowflake architectures for enterprise clients Strong consulting values with the ability to interface effectively with senior stakeholders Hands-on experience with SQL, ETL/ELT pipelines, and BI/analytics tools Experience leading data modernisation initiatives across multiple sectors (e.g., banking, insurance, telecom, public sector, manufacturing, retail) Extensive experience with Snowflake features (e.g., data sharing, Snowpark, zero-copy cloning, performance tuning) Proficiency in cloud ecosystems (AWS, Azure, GCP) and infrastructure-as-code (e.g., Terraform) Strong background in databases, data warehouses, and distributed processing frameworks Familiarity with BI and data exploration tools (e.g., Tableau, Power BI, Talend) Experience with data security, governance, and compliance frameworks Expertise in large-scale ETL/ELT pipeline implementation using custom and packaged tools Ideally SnowPro Core certification or above Deep understanding of the data lifecycle (ingestion, storage, processing, governance, consumption) Ability to link business objectives with technology strategy and execution Strong problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills Document What’s in it for you ✔ New beginnings can be a challenge. We promise a smooth integration and a supportive mentor ✔ Pick your working style: choose from Remote, Hybrid or Office work opportunities ✔ Early bird or night owl? Our projects have different working hours to suit your needs ✔ Nobody is born an expert. Sharpen your tech skills with our sponsored certifications, trainings and top e-learning platforms ✔ We want you to stay healthy! Enjoy our Private Health Insurance ⁠– it’s custom-made for you ✔ A clear mind is a healthy mind. Attend individual coaching sessions or go one step further by joining our accredited Coaching School ✔ Make the most of our epic parties or themed events – they’re lovingly designed for our people and their families ✔ NTT DATA recruiters will never ask job seekers and candidates for payment or banking information during the recruitment process, for any reason. Please remain vigilant of third parties that may try to impersonate NTT DATA recruiters, either in writing or by phone, in an attempt to deceptively obtain personal data or money from you. All email communications from an NTT DATA recruiter will be associated with an @nttdata.com email address. NTT DATA will not use any non-NTT DATA or personal email domains (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) or personal communication channels (WhatsApp, Facebook etc) at any time during the recruitment process. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us. NTT DATA Romania is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants regardless to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ancestry, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic protected by law. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. Not the job for you? Perhaps you have a friend who would be a perfect fit. Send them this link! What’s in it for you New beginnings can be a challenge. We promise a smooth integration and a supportive mentor Pick your working style: choose from Remote, Hybrid or Office work opportunities Early bird or night owl? Our projects have different working hours to suit your needs Nobody is born an expert. Sharpen your tech skills with our sponsored certifications, trainings and top e-learning platforms We want you to stay healthy! Enjoy our Private Health Insurance ⁠– it’s custom-made for you A clear mind is a healthy mind. Attend individual coaching sessions or go one step further by joining our accredited Coaching School Make the most of our epic parties or themed events – they’re lovingly designed for our people and their families Make this the place you grow Your unique talent is what matters. NTT DATA Romania is an equal opportunity employer and considers all applicants regardless to race, color, religion, citizenship, national origin, ethnicity, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, physical or mental disability, veteran or marital status, or any other characteristic. Document Third parties fraudulently posing as NTT DATA recruiters NTT DATA recruiters will never ask job seekers and candidates for payment or banking information during the recruitment process, for any reason. Please remain vigilant of third parties that may try to impersonate NTT DATA recruiters, either in writing or by phone, in an attempt to deceptively obtain personal data or money from you. All email communications from an NTT DATA recruiter will be associated with an @nttdata.com email address. NTT DATA will not use any non-NTT DATA or personal email domains (Gmail, Yahoo, etc.) or personal communication channels (WhatsApp, Facebook etc) at any time during the recruitment process. If you suspect any fraudulent activity, please contact us. #LI-GS1