Snowflake Lead Developer

**Snowflake Lead Developer with Azure Data Factory (ADF)** **Location: Brazil (Remote)** **Duration: Long Term** **Key Responsibilities** * Design and develop high\-performance data architectures using Snowflake and Azure Data Factory (ADF). * Build and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines with strong focus on data transformation, monitoring, and error handling. * Write complex SQL queries and develop Snowflake stored procedures using SnowSQL or preferred scripting languages. * Lead development initiatives ensuring data integrity, scalability, and security best practices. * Collaborate with cross\-functional teams for data integration, migration, and analytics enablement. * Manage code versioning and CI/CD pipelines using Git, Bitbucket, and Visual Studio. * Participate in support and implementation projects, coordinating effectively with global teams. * Apply data engineering best practices to improve performance and process automation. **Required Skills \& Experience** * 3–5 years of hands\-on experience in Snowflake development and data architecture. * Expertise in SQL, SnowSQL, SnowProc, and data transformation techniques. * Strong working experience with Azure Data Factory (ADF). * Practical knowledge of IICS (Informatica Intelligent Cloud Services) for ETL processes. * Solid understanding of ETL/ELT design patterns, data formats, and scheduling tools (Airflow / Control\-M). * Experience implementing CI/CD pipelines using Git, Bitbucket, and Visual Studio. * Excellent communication and problem\-solving skills; ability to work across time zones. **Nice to Have** * Familiarity with Python or Scala for data pipeline automation. * Experience in data governance, metadata management, or data quality frameworks.