Principal Data Platform Engineer

About the jobMeeBoss is sharing this active opportunity on behalf of the hiring company. This is a Principal Data Platform Engineer role focused on Snowflake architecture, cloud computing, and data governance. The position requires 15+ years of experience and involves leading data platform initiatives in a hybrid capacity.Job titlePrincipal Data Platform EngineerCompanyMeeBossLocationArlington, VA (Hybrid, 3 days onsite/week)CompensationContract position with a duration of 6–12+ months.Why this roleLead data platform initiatives and provide technical guidance.Work with advanced Snowflake technologies including Cortex, Snowpark ML, and AI/ML data readiness.What you will doDesign and implement Snowflake architecture with 5+ years of hands-on development experience.Manage data modeling, data warehousing, and modern ELT processes.Implement Bronze/Silver/Gold Medallion Architecture and Infrastructure as Code with Git-based CI/CD.Ensure data governance, security, performance, and cost optimization using Snowflake RBAC.Develop data quality, observability, monitoring, and alerting systems.Create semantic layers and integrate with Power BI.Prepare data for AI/ML initiatives, including Cortex AI, semantic models, and vector-based structures.Provide technical guidance and knowledge transfer to teams.What we are looking for15+ years of professional experience.Bachelor’s degree in Computer Science or a related field.Strong expertise in Snowflake architecture, including Cortex, Snowpark ML, Openflow, Snowpipe, Snowpark, SnowSQL, and Horizon.AWS experience with S3, IAM, PrivateLink, and CloudFormation.Proficiency in Python and Advanced SQL.Experience with Data Architecture, Cloud Computing, ETL Processes, Big Data Technologies, Database Management, Data Warehousing, and Data Governance.Experience leading data platform initiatives.About MeeBossMeeBoss helps job seekers and hiring teams make direct, relevant career connections.