**We are a leading company in the general pool & wellness industry**:
Fluidra, a multinational group listed on the Spanish Stock Exchange, is the global leader in the pool and wellness industry. Founded in 1969, Fluidra has long-standing experience in developing innovative products and services in the global residential and commercial pool market.
Fluidra has a clear mission**:to create the perfect pool and wellness experience responsibly**.
Fluidra operates in more than 47 countries through its subsidiaries. We have more than **135 sales branches** and more than **35 production centers** around the world, in addition to strategically distributed logistics hubs that support our production and distribution centers.
Our team is comprised of more than **7,000 employees** motivated and skilled employees from **over 45 countries**.
**Mission**:
We're seeking a **Senior Data Engineer specialized in Snowflake** to architect, develop, and lead scalable data infrastructure supporting Fluidra’s global data strategy. This role requires deep technical expertise in Snowflake development, proven experience in data architecture, and a leadership mindset.
**Your responsibilities**:
- Architect, design, and develop high-performance, maintainable, and secure Snowflake-based data platforms.
- Build and optimize robust **data pipelines**, including batch and near-real-time ingestion frameworks using best-in-class tools (e.g., **dbt**, **Snowpipe**, **Streams & Tasks**).
- Implement advanced data transformations and models (star/snowflake schemas, SCDs, time-travel) using **SQL**, **dbt**, and **Python**.
- Collaborate with analytics, business intelligence, and data science teams to deliver trustworthy, scalable, and business-aligned data assets.
- Drive the adoption of software engineering best practices in the data lifecycle: CI/CD pipelines, modularization, versioning, testing, and documentation.
- Ensure end-to-end **data governance**, security, privacy, and lineage tracking are implemented across the Snowflake ecosystem.
- Contribute to the **data architecture roadmap**, influencing choices on tooling, modularity, and long-term scalability.
- Provide **technical mentorship** to junior engineers and participate in the selection and onboarding of future team members.
**Required Experience & Skills**
- **Minimum 10 years** of experience in data engineering, with at least **6 years in Snowflake development** in enterprise-scale environments.
- Strong proficiency in:
- **SQL** (Snowflake dialect, query tuning, UDFs, stored procedures)
- **dbt (Data Build Tool)** for modular transformations and testing
- **Python** for orchestration and complex transformations
- Optional but valued**:JavaScript**, **Scala**, or **Shell scripting**
- Proven experience in **Snowflake-specific capabilities**: roles & RBAC, resource monitors, data sharing, materialized views, zero-copy cloning, dynamic masking, time travel, tasks, and streams.
- Deep understanding of **data warehousing** principles, data modeling (3NF, dimensional, data vault), and ELT/ETL architecture patterns.
- Expertise in CI/CD for data environments, preferably with tools such as **GitHub Actions**, **Azure DevOps**, or **GitLab CI**.
- Experience with orchestration frameworks (e.g., **Airflow**, **Prefect**, **Dagster**) and monitoring tools (e.g., **Monte Carlo**, **Great Expectations**).
- Familiarity with modern data catalogs, governance tools, and data quality frameworks.
**Leadership Potential**
- Demonstrated ability to **lead technical initiatives**, mentor teams, and influence architectural decisions.
- Capable of translating strategic business needs into scalable, production-ready data solutions.
**Educational Background & Certifications**
- **Bachelor’s or Master’s degree** in a relevant field**:Computer Science, Engineering, Mathematics, Physics**, or other **STEM disciplines**.
- Strong foundation in algorithms, distributed computing, and database theory.
- Preferred certifications:
- **Snowflake SnowPro Core Certification** (required)
- **SnowPro Advanced: Architect or Data Engineer** (highly desirable)
- Certifications in **dbt**, **AWS/GCP/Azure** Data Engineering, or equivalent
- Continuous learner mindset with a demonstrated commitment to staying up to date with modern data technologies.
**What We Offer**:
- A key role in shaping the future of Fluidra’s data platform architecture.
- Collaborative, diverse, and innovative environment focused on impact and learning.
- Opportunities for leadership growth and participation in cross-functional strategic initiatives.
- Competitive compensation, training resources, and flexible work arrangements.
- Permanent contract and versátil compensation options (restaurant card, transportation, childcare, and health insurance).
- At Fluidra, we are committed to both the professional and personal development of our employees. Thanks to our highly qualified team of experts we are able to fulfill our main mission: To cre