Principal Engineer • Senior

Who you are

You have a strong background in software engineering with a focus on distributed systems — your experience includes designing and developing scalable architectures that handle large volumes of data efficiently. You possess deep analytical problem-solving skills, allowing you to tackle complex challenges and deliver innovative solutions that meet business needs.

Your expertise in programming languages such as Java and Python enables you to contribute effectively to the development of Snowflake's metadata systems. You are familiar with transaction frameworks and asynchronous systems, which are crucial for maintaining metadata and supporting advanced capabilities like time travel and lifecycle management.

You thrive in collaborative environments and are eager to influence product roadmaps and architectural designs. Your ability to communicate complex technical concepts clearly helps you work effectively with cross-functional teams, ensuring that the technology you build aligns with customer needs and business goals.

You are passionate about driving innovation and are excited about the potential of technologies like Iceberg and AI to transform data management. Your commitment to continuous learning and improvement keeps you at the forefront of industry trends and best practices.

Desirable

Experience with cloud-based data platforms and familiarity with data engineering principles would be advantageous. Knowledge of metadata management and data governance practices is also a plus, as it aligns with Snowflake's mission to empower enterprises through effective data utilization.

What you'll do

As a Principal Software Engineer at Snowflake, you will lead the design and development of fault-tolerant, scalable distributed systems for managing metadata. Your role involves creating and owning the architecture that supports Snowflake's query and DML capabilities, ensuring that the systems you build are robust and efficient.

You will collaborate closely with product teams to identify new projects that enhance Snowflake's technology offerings. Your insights will help shape the product roadmap, driving the development of features that unlock new capabilities for customers.

In addition to technical leadership, you will mentor junior engineers, sharing your knowledge and expertise to foster their growth. You will also participate in code reviews and contribute to best practices in software development, ensuring high-quality deliverables.

Your work will directly impact Snowflake's ability to provide innovative solutions for data management, enabling customers to leverage their data effectively. You will be at the forefront of building the next generation of metadata platforms, contributing to Snowflake's mission of empowering enterprises.

What we offer

At Snowflake, you will be part of a dynamic team that values innovation and collaboration. We offer competitive compensation and benefits, along with opportunities for professional growth and development. Our culture encourages you to challenge ordinary thinking and push the pace of innovation, allowing you to build a future for yourself and the company.

Join us in our mission to transform how enterprises manage and utilize their data. Your contributions will help shape the future of data management and drive industry-leading innovation.