Data Platform Engineer

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$60.00/hr - $68.00/hr

• Serve as the primary Snowflake expert, managing nuanced, in‑depth, and enterprise‑level data platform tasks
• Develop, modify, and optimize code (SQL, Python, JavaScript) to automate repetitive processes and improve operational efficiency
• Own and manage a large volume of data access and governance requests, assessing each request within the broader enterprise context
• Ensure data distribution aligns with governance processes by validating data ownership, access permissions, and compliance considerations
• Maintain high accuracy and attention to detail when working across complex systems, workflows, and dependencies
• Educate and support stakeholders across the organization, ensuring clarity around data processes, best practices, and governance policies
• Confidently challenge or validate requests when necessary, balancing policy, security, and business needs while maintaining a people‑focused approach
• Contribute to continuous improvement across data workflows, documentation, and automation initiatives

• BA/BS degree in Computer Science, Information Systems, Mathematics, or related technical field‑or equivalent relevant experience
• Strong proficiency in Snowflake, capable of handling deep and detailed platform administration tasks
• Experience in automation and optimization, including SQL, Python, and JavaScript development
• Ability to manage high volumes of administrative and governance‑related tasks, serving as the primary contact for data requests
• Strong detail orientation, ensuring accuracy across complex systems and workflows
• Excellent interpersonal and customer service skills, with the ability to communicate clearly with diverse technical and non‑technical audiences
• Confidence to appropriately challenge requests, while maintaining professionalism and a collaborative, people‑oriented approach

The pay range is the lowest to highest compensation we reasonably in good faith believe we would pay at posting for this role. We may ultimately pay more or less than this range. Employee pay is based on factors like relevant education, qualifications, certifications, experience, skills, seniority, location, performance, union contract and business needs. This range may be modified in the future.

We offer comprehensive benefits including medical/dental/vision insurance, HSA, FSA, 401(k), and life, disability & ADD insurance to eligible employees. Salaried personnel receive paid time off. Hourly employees are not eligible for paid time off unless required by law. Hourly employees on a Service Contract Act project are eligible for paid sick leave.

Note:

Pay is not considered compensation until it is earned, vested and determinable. The amount and availability of any compensation remains in Kforce's sole discretion unless and until paid and may be modified in its discretion consistent with the law.

This job is not eligible for bonuses, incentives or commissions.

Kforce is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran status, or disability status.

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