Snowflake Data Engineer (contract)

Responsibilities • Design and implement scalable data architectures and pipelines on Snowflake to support enterprise data products • Translate business and product requirements into technical data models and solution designs • Develop, optimize, and maintain ELT pipelines using Snowflake-native capabilities and modern orchestration tools • Ensure data quality, performance, security, and cost efficiency across the Snowflake platform • Act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment. Qualifications • Bachelor's degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, or a related field • Proven experience as a Snowflake Data Engineer or in a similar role • Strong programming skills in languages such as Python, Java, or Scala • Experience with data integration and ETL tools, such as Apache Spark, Apache Kafka, or Talend • Proficiency in SQL and database technologies (e.g., PostgreSQL, MySQL, or Oracle) • Familiarity with cloud platforms and services (e.g., AWS, Azure, or GCP) • Knowledge of data modeling and database design principles • Strong analytical and problem-solving skills • Effective communication and collaboration skills KPMG LLP (“KPMG”) seeks a contractor in the United States to provide service to KPMG through one of our contracted employer/agency service providers. All applicants for any KPMG role are expected to act with integrity, professionalism, and personal responsibility to uphold the firm’s respectful and courteous work environment. All applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. without the need for employment-based visa sponsorship now or in the future. KPMG LLP will not sponsor applicants for U.S. work visa status for this opportunity (no sponsorship is available for H-1B, L-1, TN, O-1, E-3, H-1B1, F-1, J-1, OPT, CPT or any other employment-based visa). Nothing herein shall be deemed to create an employer-employee relationship between contractor and KPMG, nor shall contractor be considered a representative or agent of KPMG. KPMG LLP and its subsidiaries comply with all local/state regulations in regard to displaying pay rate ranges. The pay rate range(s) displayed is/are specifically for those contracted who will perform work in or reside in the location(s) listed, if selected for the role. Pay is determined based on a variety of factors including market data, ranges, applicant's skills and prior relevant experience, certain degrees and certifications (e.g. JD, technology), and specific location, for example. Additionally, applicants may be required to apply and become employed by a service provider utilized by KPMG, and final pay rate(s) and/or eligibility for additional benefits may be determined by such provider. KPMG LLP, its subsidiaries, and its agency service providers (including, but not limited to, MBO Partners Inc., Magnit LLC, and TalentBurst Inc.) are equal opportunity employers/contractors. All qualified applicants are considered without regard to race, color, creed, religion, age, sex/gender, national origin, ancestry, citizenship status, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, disability, physical or mental handicap unrelated to ability, pregnancy, veteran status, unfavorable discharge from military service, genetic information, or other legally protected status. Los Angeles County applicants: Material job duties for this position are listed above. Criminal history may have a direct, adverse, and negative relationship with some of the material job duties of this position. These include the duties and responsibilities listed above, as well as the abilities to adhere to company policies, exercise sound judgment, effectively manage stress and work safely and respectfully with others, exhibit trustworthiness, and safeguard business operations and company reputation. Pursuant to the California Fair Chance Act, Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers, Fair Chance Initiative for Hiring Ordinance, and San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider for employment qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records. Pay Rate Range 140 - 165 USD hourly