2025 - Software Engineer

About Snowflake

Snowflake started with a clear vision: to develop a cloud data platform that is effective, affordable, and accessible to all data users. With a built-for-the-cloud architecture, we combine the power of data warehousing, the flexibility of big data platforms, and the elasticity of the cloud—at a fraction of the cost of traditional solutions.

Now a global organization, Snowflake operates in over a dozen countries, serving countless organizations worldwide.

Your Career Starts Here

Graduation is just the beginning—a fresh start and the opportunity to make a real impact. At Snowflake, new graduates are empowered to:

• Work on cutting-edge technology from day one

• Learn from industry-leading professionals

• Grow through hands-on experience and mentorship

• Turn innovative ideas into real-world solutions

We’re excited to meet you and ask: How will you make an impact?

What We Offer

• Work on an industry-leading data management system

• Solve complex technical problems in:

  • Security

  • Parallel and distributed systems

  • Programming

  • Resource management

  • System maintenance

• Contribute to:

  • A robust enterprise SaaS platform handling millions of queries daily

  • A highly-scalable data processing platform across thousands of machines

  • User interfaces that combine enterprise power with consumer-grade UX

• Collaborate with a world-class team of veterans and rising stars

What We Expect

• Education: Bachelor's, Master's, or PhD (completed or upcoming)

• Fields of Study: Computer Science, Computer/Electrical Engineering, Physics, Math, or related

• Required Coursework: Algorithms, Data Structures, Software Engineering, Operating Systems

• Recommended Coursework: Cloud Computing, Database Systems, Distributed Systems

• Preferred Experience:

  • 1+ years programming in C++, Java, or similar

  • For full-stack roles: experience with JavaScript, TypeScript, React.js, Node.js

  • Bonus: Publications in databases/distributed systems or open-source contributions

• Skills:

  • Strong problem-solving and learning agility

  • Systems programming (multi-threading, concurrency, etc.)

  • Solid foundation in data structures and algorithms

What You Will Learn & Gain

• Building enterprise-grade, reliable software/services

• Exposure to SQL and other data technologies (e.g., Spark, Hadoop)

• Understanding of:

  • Database internals

  • Large-scale data processing

  • Transaction processing

  • Distributed systems

  • Data warehouse design

• Experience with:

  • Query compilation and execution

  • Compiler design

  • Cloud infrastructure (AWS, Azure, Google Cloud)

• Insights into cutting-edge database technology and academic research

Possible Teams & Focus Areas

• Application & Collaboration Platform

• Product Experience

• UI Foundation & Platform

• Data Applications Infrastructure

• Data Marketplace

• High-Performance Data Processing

• Large-Scale Distributed Systems

• SaaS Platform Development

• Software Frameworks for Testing and Performance

Join Us

Snowflake is growing rapidly, and we’re scaling our team to match. We're seeking passionate, innovative individuals who:

• Embrace challenges

• Push boundaries

• Build the future—for Snowflake and themselves

How do you want to make your impact?