Snowflake & Data Platform Operations Engineer

LendingTree is seeking a Snowflake & Data Platform Operations Engineer to join our Platform Operations team. You will automate, scale, and support our cloud-based data ecosystem (Snowflake, AWS/Azure). This is a hands-on role focused on eliminating operational toil through CI/CD, robust monitoring, and automation-first engineering.

• →Snowflake Administration: Manage environments, security policies (RBAC), and performance tuning; optimize cost and query efficiency.
• →Platform Automation: Build and maintain CI/CD pipelines for database deployments using GitLab and tools like Liquibase or Red Gate.
• →Cloud Integration: Support integrations between Snowflake and AWS/Azure services, including object storage, messaging, and serverless functions (Lambda/Azure Functions).
• →Pipeline & Streaming Ops: Maintain batch and streaming (Confluent Kafka) architectures; troubleshoot ETL/ELT failures and ensure data observability.
• →Security & Reliability: Implement logging, auditing, and IAM controls; participate in incident response and root cause analysis (RCA).
• →Collaboration: Partner with Data Engineering and Stakeholders to translate business needs into scalable technical solutions.

• Expertise: Deep hands-on experience with Snowflake administration and database performance tuning.
• Cloud & DevOps: Proficiency in AWS or Azure and building CI/CD pipelines for data platforms.
• Data Flow: Experience supporting Kafka (streaming) and ETL/ELT workflows.
• Technical Skills: Strong scripting skills (Python, SQL, or Bash) and familiarity with Git-based workflows.
• Troubleshooting: Proven ability to diagnose complex issues across distributed cloud systems.

• Experience with Infrastructure-as-Code (Terraform/CloudFormation).
• Familiarity with orchestration tools like Airflow.
• Experience with event-driven or serverless architectures.
• Knowledge of cloud cost optimization and observability tools.

You are an automation-first engineer who thrives on ownership. You don't just "fix" problems—you build systems that prevent them. You are a clear communicator who balances technical excellence with a focus on security and reliability.

LendingTree is the nation’s leading online lending marketplace. We connect consumers with multiple lenders so they can easily compare options and find the right fit — from mortgages and personal loans to credit, savings, and insurance products. 

Our founder, Doug Lebda, started LendingTree in 1996 after his own frustrating house-hunting experience. What began as a simple idea to make loan shopping easier has grown into a platform that empowers millions of people to make smarter financial decisions every day.

What else you should know:

• We’re a publicly traded company (NASDAQ: TREE).
• We’ve welcomed several other companies into the LendingTree family to expand our reach and capabilities.
• We’ve built the LendingTree app and My LendingTree dashboard to give consumers tools to manage and monitor their financial health.
• We’re also committed to giving back — through philanthropic programs, volunteer opportunities, and partnerships that strengthen the communities where we live and work.

We’re a collaborative, entrepreneurial team that values curiosity, creativity, and getting things done together. Our teammates are some of the brightest, most driven people you’ll meet — and we celebrate innovation, inclusion, and ownership. At LendingTree, you’ll find an inclusive culture where diverse perspectives make us stronger. We believe in working hard and supporting one another — with the flexibility and trust that help you thrive both personally and professionally.

We’re proud to offer generous benefits, wellness programs, and time-off policies designed to help you recharge, stay healthy, and bring your best self to work every day. And yes — we still have fun doing it (our “GSD – Get Stuff Done” award is a fan favorite!)

Come grow with us, make an impact, and be part of a company that truly cares about its people and its community.

LendingTree is an equal opportunity employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We do not discriminate based on race, color, religion (or creed), gender, gender expression, age, national origin, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, or military status.

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