Data Engineering
Senior SQL Data Engineer
Alpha Consultants · Contract · Remote - India
Build enterprise data pipelines, warehouses and governance controls using SQL, Snowflake and modern integration tools.
Ten or more years of data-engineering or SQL development experienceStrong Snowflake knowledge including RBAC, streams, tasks, time travel and cloningExperience with Airflow, ADF, Informatica, Matillion or dbtWorking knowledge of Python, Java or C# and AWS, Azure or GCP
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About the role
Alpha Consultants is hiring five senior data engineers for a six-month, extendable remote India contract.
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Key responsibilities
- Design complex SQL transformations, data models and warehousing solutions.
- Build and support ETL and ELT pipelines using enterprise integration tools.
- Implement Snowflake governance, data quality and performance controls.
- Collaborate across source systems, cloud platforms and business stakeholders.
- Contribute to technical planning, estimation and maintainable implementation decisions.
- Document important technical choices and support dependable releases.
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Skills and experience
- Ten or more years of data-engineering or SQL development experience.
- Strong Snowflake knowledge including RBAC, streams, tasks, time travel and cloning.
- Experience with Airflow, ADF, Informatica, Matillion or dbt.
- Working knowledge of Python, Java or C# and AWS, Azure or GCP.
- Ability to explain implementation decisions, trade-offs and troubleshooting steps.
- Evidence of clean, maintainable work through recent projects or production experience.
- Recent experience relevant to Senior SQL Data Engineer work in a client or delivery environment.
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What success looks like
- Reliable delivery against agreed requirements and engineering standards.
- Reduced defects through thoughtful implementation, review and testing.
- Clear collaboration across engineering, QA and product teams.
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How to apply
- Review the role, experience and location information on this page.
- Submit the application form with an updated CV and accurate contact details.
- Alpha Consultants will review your profile against the active client requirement.
- Shortlisted candidates will be contacted for screening and the next interview steps.
You may also email [email protected] with “Senior SQL Data Engineer” in the subject line.
Candidate guidance
Preparing for this Senior SQL Data Engineer opportunity.
Use your CV and screening conversation to show recent, relevant evidence rather than a broad list of responsibilities.
What the screening team will review
- Depth and recency of experience related to Senior SQL Data Engineer responsibilities.
- Examples of measurable work, projects or process outcomes in data engineering.
- Communication, notice period, location preference and work-arrangement fit.
- Qualification and supporting experience relevant to the client requirement.
Important hiring notes
The employer may remain confidential during initial screening. Exact responsibilities, reporting structure, work arrangement, interview stages and compensation are confirmed before your profile is shared for client consideration.
Candidate FAQs
About this Senior SQL Data Engineer opening.
Is this Senior SQL Data Engineer position currently open?
Yes. Alpha Consultants is accepting applications for an active client requirement. Availability remains subject to the client's shortlisting and closure timeline.
What experience is required?
The expected experience is 10+ years. The recruitment team will also assess the relevance of your skills and recent project or process exposure.
Where is this job located?
The listed location is Remote - India. Exact office, hybrid or shift details are confirmed during screening.
What salary is offered for this role?
Shared during screening. The final range depends on relevant experience, current compensation, role scope and the client's approved budget.
What happens after I apply?
Alpha Consultants reviews your CV against the client requirement. Suitable candidates are contacted for an initial screening discussion before any profile is shared with the client.
Is there any fee to apply?
No. Alpha Consultants never charges candidates for applications, interviews or job placement.