Senior Solution Engineer at Snowflake: Nagoya, Japan

Are you a seasoned Solution Engineer with a passion for data and cloud technologies? Do you thrive in a fast-paced, innovative environment? Snowflake is seeking a talented Senior Solution Engineer to join our team in Nagoya, Japan. In this role, you will be instrumental in helping our customers unlock the full potential of their data by leveraging the power of Snowflake's cloud data platform.

Role Overview

As a Senior Solution Engineer, you will be a trusted advisor to our customers, guiding them through the process of adopting and implementing Snowflake. You will work closely with sales teams and channel partners to understand customer needs, develop tailored solutions, and demonstrate the value of Snowflake's technology. Your responsibilities will include:

• Presenting Snowflake's technology and vision to prospects and customers (executives and IT)
• Demonstrating the value of Snowflake technology through demos and POCs
• Understanding the competitive landscape and positioning Snowflake effectively
• Collaborating with product management, engineering, and marketing to improve Snowflake's products and marketing activities
• Working with sales teams and channel partners to understand customer needs
• Planning case support based on sales cycles
• Providing compelling value-oriented demonstrations
• Supporting customer POCs
• Assisting in closing deals

A Day in the Life

On a typical day, you might find yourself:

• Meeting with a customer to discuss their data challenges and requirements
• Preparing and delivering a customized demo of Snowflake's features
• Working with a sales team to develop a proposal for a new customer
• Troubleshooting a technical issue during a customer POC
• Collaborating with product management to provide feedback on new features
• Staying up-to-date on the latest industry trends and competitor offerings

Why Nagoya?

Nagoya is a vibrant and dynamic city located in the heart of Japan. It is a major industrial and commercial center, known for its innovation and technological advancements. Nagoya offers a high quality of life, with excellent schools, affordable housing, and a rich cultural scene. It is also a convenient base for exploring other parts of Japan, with easy access to Tokyo, Osaka, and Kyoto.

Snowflake's presence in Nagoya reflects our commitment to serving the Japanese market and providing our customers with local support. Joining our team in Nagoya offers the opportunity to work with a talented and passionate group of individuals, and to make a significant impact on the growth of Snowflake in Japan.

Career Path

Snowflake is committed to providing our employees with opportunities for growth and development. As a Senior Solution Engineer, you can advance your career in several directions, including:

• Principal Solution Engineer: Lead complex customer engagements and mentor junior team members.
• Solution Engineering Manager: Manage a team of Solution Engineers and drive the overall success of the team.
• Technical Sales: Transition into a sales role and focus on building relationships with key customers.
• Product Management: Leverage your customer insights to help shape the future of Snowflake's products.

Salary & Benefits

Snowflake offers a competitive salary and benefits package, including:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience
• Comprehensive health insurance (medical, dental, vision)
• Generous paid time off (vacation, sick leave, holidays)
• Employee stock options
• 401(k) plan with company match
• Professional development opportunities
• Free lunch at office
• Phone & Gym reimbursement
• 3 day Summer Vacation & 5 day Year-end Holidays
• Paid Parental Leave

Innovation Culture

Snowflake is a company built on innovation. We are constantly pushing the boundaries of what's possible with data, and we encourage our employees to think creatively and challenge the status quo. We foster a collaborative and supportive environment where everyone has the opportunity to make a difference.

How to Apply

If you are a passionate and driven Solution Engineer with a desire to work on cutting-edge technology, we encourage you to apply for this position. Please submit your resume and cover letter through the Snowflake careers website.

FAQ

1. What is Snowflake? Snowflake is a cloud-based data warehousing platform that enables organizations to store, process, and analyze large volumes of data.
2. What are the key features of Snowflake? Snowflake offers a number of key features, including scalability, performance, security, and ease of use.
3. What industries does Snowflake serve? Snowflake serves a wide range of industries, including financial services, healthcare, retail, and technology.
4. What is the Snowflake architecture? Snowflake's architecture is based on a multi-cluster shared data architecture, which allows for independent scaling of compute and storage resources.
5. What is the Snowflake data marketplace? The Snowflake data marketplace is a platform that allows organizations to share and exchange data with each other.
6. What is the Snowflake security model? Snowflake's security model is based on a defense-in-depth approach, with multiple layers of security controls in place to protect data.
7. What is the Snowflake pricing model? Snowflake's pricing model is based on usage, with customers paying only for the compute and storage resources they consume.
8. What is the Snowflake support model? Snowflake offers a comprehensive support model, with 24/7 support available to all customers.
9. What is the Snowflake community? The Snowflake community is a vibrant and active online forum where users can connect with each other, share knowledge, and ask questions.
10. What training resources are available for Snowflake? Snowflake offers a variety of training resources, including online courses, instructor-led training, and certification programs.