Principal Data Platform Consultant

**Description**:
We want to help you put your best foot forward. Here are a few things we look for:

- Clear, specific examples of your work and impact
- Relevant experience aligned with the role’s focus
- A resume that highlights both what you did and why it mattered

If you’re unsure whether your background is the “perfect fit,” we still encourage you to apply. We value potential and growth just as much as experience.

**Why this role exists**

As the demand for data-driven decision-making continues to grow across our client base, so does the need for expert guidance in turning raw data into actionable insights. At Snap, we’re expanding our Databricks programme at one of our key, strategic clients to meet increasing business demand for fast, reliable access to enterprise data.

We’re launching a new workstream to accelerate data integration and product delivery, and we’re looking for a **Principal Data Platform Consultant** to lead the charge. This is a high-priority role with a clear mandate to deliver impact quickly.

**What you'll be doing...**:
You’ll play a central role in designing and delivering scalable data solutions on Databricks. You’ll work closely with stakeholders to refine requirements, lead solution design, and manage a growing team of developers.

**Your responsibilities will include**:

- Leading solution design within the existing Databricks data warehouse framework
- Managing and mentoring a small team of developers (starting with 1-2, scaling to 5-6)
- Hands-on development of data pipelines using Python and SQL
- Making key design decisions around data models and engineering pipelines
- Collaborating daily in agile ceremonies and cross-functional meetings
- Contribute to Snap’s go-to market strategy for Databricks

**In your first 3-6 months, success might look like**:

- A successful go-live of a new data product
- Completion of UAT and stakeholder sign-off
- A successful embedding a new workstream in the customers’ wider programme

**What you'll need to succeed...**:
We’re looking for someone who brings strategic vision, technical depth, and commercial acumen.

**You might be a great fit if you have**:

- Proven experience in enterprise data warehouse development within Databricks
- Strong knowledge of Databricks best practices, specifically around closing the gap between data ingestion and data being available for analytics use cases
- Awareness of the Databricks technology roadmap and ability to advise clients on emerging features
- Experience with metadata-driven data warehouse approaches
- Hands-on coding skills in Python and SQL
- Thought leadership, ideally with a personal brand beyond your current organisation
- Comfort working in agile, collaborative environments with daily stand-ups and shared ownership

**Bonus skills**:

- Experience integrating SAP data into Databricks using FiveTran
- Familiarity with Matillion or DBT
- Knowledge of Great Expectations or other data validation / data quality frameworks

**This role might not be the right fit if you’re looking for**
- A solo working style: this role thrives on collaboration and agile teamwork
- Minimal client interaction: our Principals are expected to advise and influence external stakeholders

**About Snap Analytics**:
We're a high-growth data analytics consultancy on a mission to help enterprise businesses unlock the full potential of their data. With offices in the UK, India, and South Africa, we specialise in cutting-edge cloud analytics solutions, transforming complex data challenges into actionable business insights.

We partner with some of the biggest brands worldwide to modernise their data platforms, enabling smarter decision-making through Snowflake, Databricks, Matillion, and other cloud technologies. Our approach is customer-first, innovation-driven, and results-focused, delivering impactful solutions with speed and precision.

At Snap, we’re not just consultants—we’re problem-solvers, engineers, and strategists who thrive on tackling complex data challenges. Our culture is built on collaboration, continuous learning, and pushing boundaries, ensuring our people grow just as fast as our business.

Join us and be part of a team that’s shaping the future of data analytics