Senior Data Engineer – Snowflake / AzureLocation: Stillwater MN Duration: Long TermWe are seeking a Senior Data Engineer with strong expertise in Snowflake, SQL, DBT/Spark, and Cloud platforms to support enterprise data transformation initiatives. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience designing scalable data pipelines, managing data ingestion frameworks, and delivering high-quality data solutions in a collaborative environment. This role requires excellent communication skills, as the consultant will work closely with BPOs, Solution Architects, Delivery Leads, and Engineers to explain how solutions should be implemented, why a specific approach is recommended, and the overall goal behind the work being done.Required Skills:Strong hands-on experience with SnowflakeAdvanced SQL expertiseExperience with DBT or Apache SparkCloud platform experience (Azure preferred, AWS/GCP acceptable)Experience with ingestion frameworks such as FivetranExcellent verbal and written communication skillsStrong stakeholder collaboration experienceResponsibilities:Design, build, and optimize scalable ETL/ELT pipelinesDevelop and maintain data models using Snowflake and DBT/SparkImplement and support data ingestion frameworks like FivetranWork with cloud-based data platforms, preferably AzureCollaborate with business and technical teams to define data requirementsClearly explain technical solutions, implementation strategies, and business goalsEnsure data quality, governance, and performance optimizationSupport solution architecture and data engineering best practices