Senior Manager, Data Engineering - Applied Field Engineering at Snowflake

Role Overview

As a Senior Manager, Data Engineering - Applied Field Engineering at Snowflake, you will lead a team of highly skilled Data Engineering Specialists, driving revenue growth and ensuring customer success. This role requires a blend of technical expertise, leadership skills, and a strong business acumen. You will be responsible for guiding your team in providing strategic technical leadership to customers, architecting the Snowflake Cloud Data Platform as a critical component of their enterprise data strategy. Your primary focus will be to deeply understand customer needs, strategize winning sales cycles, provide compelling value-based demonstrations, and support enterprise Proof of Concepts.

Day in the Life

A typical day in this role involves a variety of activities:

• Team Leadership: Conducting team meetings, providing guidance and coaching to team members, and monitoring progress towards goals.
• Customer Engagement: Meeting with customers to understand their business requirements and technical challenges, and presenting Snowflake solutions.
• Sales Strategy: Collaborating with sales teams to develop strategies for winning sales cycles and driving revenue growth.
• Technical Demonstrations: Delivering compelling value-based demonstrations of the Snowflake platform.
• Proof of Concept (POC) Support: Supporting customers in conducting POCs to validate the value of Snowflake.
• Product Feedback: Gathering feedback from customers and providing it to the product management team.
• Industry Research: Staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends and technologies.

Why New York City?

New York City is a global hub for technology and finance, making it an ideal location for a Senior Manager, Data Engineering. The city offers a diverse and vibrant business environment, with numerous opportunities to connect with customers, partners, and industry experts. Snowflake's presence in New York City provides access to a rich talent pool and a thriving innovation ecosystem.

Career Path

This role offers a clear path for career advancement within Snowflake. You can progress to roles such as Director, Data Engineering, or Vice President, Solution Engineering. Snowflake is committed to providing employees with opportunities for professional growth and development.

Salary & Benefits

Snowflake offers a competitive salary and benefits package for this role. The salary range for the Senior Manager, Data Engineering - Applied Field Engineering position in New York City is typically between $180,000 and $300,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications. The benefits package includes:

• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Paid time off and holidays
• Employee stock purchase plan
• 401(k) with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Wellness programs
• Flexible spending accounts
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Employee assistance program
• Commuter benefits
• Generous parental leave policies

Innovation Culture

Snowflake fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact. The company is committed to empowering employees to achieve their full potential and make a meaningful contribution to the business. Snowflake encourages employees to think big, move fast, and take technology and careers to the next level.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate and experienced data engineering leader, we encourage you to apply for the Senior Manager, Data Engineering - Applied Field Engineering position at Snowflake. To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through the Snowflake careers website.

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

1. What is the Snowflake Data Cloud?

   Snowflake's Data Cloud is a global network where thousands of organizations unlock the potential of their data. It allows seamless data collaboration, eliminates silos, and provides access to a wide range of data services and applications.

2. What is Applied Field Engineering (AFE)?

   The Applied Field Engineering team at Snowflake is a group of highly skilled technical specialists who work closely with sales teams to provide technical guidance and support to customers. They help customers architect and implement Snowflake solutions to meet their specific business needs.

3. What are the key responsibilities of a Senior Manager, Data Engineering - AFE?

   Key responsibilities include leading and managing a team of Data Engineering Specialists, providing technical leadership to customers, collaborating with sales teams, and contributing to the strategic direction of the AFE Data Engineering function.

4. What qualifications are required for this role?

   The qualifications include 10+ years of data engineering experience, 5+ years of team management experience, pre-sales experience, and a proven track record of achieving revenue targets.

5. What skills are important for success in this role?

   Important skills include data architecture, data engineering, pre-sales, team management, cloud data platform expertise, and strong communication and presentation skills.

6. What is the career path for this role?

   The career path includes progression to roles such as Director, Data Engineering, or Vice President, Solution Engineering.

7. What is the salary range for this role?

   The salary range is typically between $180,000 and $300,000 per year, depending on experience and qualifications.

8. What benefits does Snowflake offer?

   Snowflake offers a comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, paid time off, employee stock purchase plan, and 401(k) with company match.

9. What is the company culture like at Snowflake?

   Snowflake fosters a culture of innovation, collaboration, and impact. The company is committed to empowering employees to achieve their full potential.

10. How do I apply for this role?

    To apply, please submit your resume and cover letter through the Snowflake careers website.