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Principal Engineer jobs at Snowflake sit at the intersection of distributed systems, cloud-native architecture, and large-scale data infrastructure. Snowflake has a consistent track record of sponsoring work visas for engineering talent at this level, supporting candidates through H-1B visa, Green Card, and other pathways.
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At Snowflake, we are powering the era of the agentic enterprise. To usher in this new era, we seek AI-native thinkers across every function who are energized by the opportunity to reinvent how they work. You don’t just use tools; you possess an innate curiosity, treating AI as a high-trust collaborator that is core to how you solve problems and accelerate your impact. We look for low-ego individuals who thrive in dynamic and fast-moving environments and move with an experimental mindset — who rapidly test emerging capabilities to discover simpler, more powerful ways to deliver results. At Snowflake, your role isn't just to execute a function, but to help redefine the future of how work gets done.
ABOUT THE ROLE
Streamlit has become a defining force in the Python ecosystem, recently surpassing one million monthly active developers who use the Streamlit open-source library to build data applications. At Snowflake, we are turning that momentum into the premier enterprise destination for Python-based data applications. Streamlit in Snowflake allows developers to build, share, and deploy governed, interactive applications directly where their data lives.
We are looking for a Senior Product Manager to lead this transition from massive open-source momentum to an enterprise business. In this role, you will be the Product Manager of a critical product line, owning the strategy, growth, and P&L for Streamlit in Snowflake. You will bridge the gap between a beloved open-source community and the world’s most sophisticated enterprise customers, ensuring that building a data app in Snowflake is as easy as writing a few lines of Python.
AS A SENIOR PM AT SNOWFLAKE, YOU WILL:
- Define the Mission: Own the end-to-end strategy for making Streamlit in Snowflake the gold standard for building and running enterprise-grade data applications and AI agents.
- Drive Massive Growth: Lead the charge and work with Sales, Marketing and Engineering to grow the Streamlit in Snowflake business.
- Own the P&L: Manage the business outcomes for your area, identifying levers for adoption, retention, and monetization across thousands of enterprise accounts.
- Architect for AI: Partner with the Cortex AI team to define how LLMs and agentic workflows integrate with Streamlit, enabling users to build using Snowflake’s native AI primitives.
- Collaborate Across Boundaries: Act as the primary interface between the Open Source Streamlit team and the Snowflake Enterprise team to ensure a cohesive "one-Streamlit" experience. You will also collaborate with Compute, Networking, Identity and Access teams at Snowflake to define the E2E Streamlit in Snowflake experience.
OUR IDEAL CANDIDATE HAS:
- 5+ years of Product Management experience in B2B SaaS, developer platforms, or cloud infrastructure.
- Technical Robustness: A strong understanding of cloud infrastructure and the Python ecosystem. You are comfortable discussing technical tradeoffs with senior engineers and have at least a basic proficiency in writing Python code.
- A Growth Mindset: A proven track record of taking ambitious products to commercial success at scale.
- Dual-Lens UX Focus: High-judgment design skills. You can empathize with a developer using a CLI/SDK and an analyst using a low-code workspace, ensuring the "it just works" experience for both.
- Analytical Rigor: You are data-driven and comfortable using metrics and AI-assisted analysis to identify growth gaps and prioritize a roadmap under ambiguity.
- High Ownership: You are resilient, low-ego, and thrive in an environment where you are accountable for end-to-end outcomes, good or bad.
BONUS POINTS:
- Prior experience with Streamlit (OS or Enterprise) or similar Python app frameworks (Shiny, Dash).
- Experience in the AI/ML space, particularly with LLM orchestration or agentic frameworks.
- Background in Marketplace or Native App ecosystems.
- Prior experience at a high-growth developer-centric company (e.g., Applications Infrastructure or a major Hyperscaler).
WHY JOIN THIS TEAM?
This is a rare opportunity to own a P&L for one of the fastest-growing areas within the Snowflake AI Data Cloud. You will be at the cutting edge of the technological shift toward AI-powered applications, working with a highly capable engineering team to capture a market of 10 million Python developers globally. If you want to build the "standard" for how the enterprise interacts with data, this is the role for you.
Snowflake is growing fast, and we’re scaling our team to help enable and accelerate our growth. We are looking for people who share our values, challenge ordinary thinking, and push the pace of innovation while building a future for themselves and Snowflake.
How do you want to make your impact?
For jobs located in the United States, please visit the job posting on the Snowflake Careers Site for salary and benefits information: careers.snowflake.com
The following represents the expected range of compensation for this role:
- The estimated base salary range for this role is $200,000 - $287,500.
- Additionally, this role is eligible to participate in Snowflake’s bonus and equity plan.
The successful candidate’s starting salary will be determined based on permissible, non-discriminatory factors such as skills, experience, and geographic location. This role is also eligible for a competitive benefits package that includes: medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; 401(k) retirement plan; flexible spending & health savings account; at least 12 paid holidays; paid time off; parental leave; employee assistance program; and other company benefits.
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Align your portfolio to Snowflake's technical depth
Snowflake hires Principal Engineers to own cross-cutting infrastructure challenges, not just contribute to them. Document prior ownership of distributed query engines, storage layers, or multi-cloud systems with measurable scope before you apply.
Verify your OPT timeline before interviewing
F-1 OPT gives you 12 months of work authorization, with a 24-month STEM extension for qualifying roles. Confirm your OPT end date before Snowflake's interview process starts so you're not mid-filing when an offer lands.
Target teams with active infrastructure build-outs
Snowflake's query optimization, storage, and platform reliability teams regularly post Principal Engineer roles tied to long-horizon projects. These positions carry stronger sponsorship continuity than headcount tied to short-term product cycles.
Clarify H-1B cap exemption status with your recruiter
If you're transferring from a cap-exempt employer like a university research lab, your H-1B can start immediately without waiting for the annual lottery. Raise this with Snowflake's recruiting team early so they route your petition correctly.
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Snowflake posts Principal Engineer roles across multiple sub-teams, and listings open and close quickly. Use Migrate Mate to filter open positions by visa sponsorship type so you're applying to roles where sponsorship is already confirmed.
Prepare your PERM documentation before the offer stage
If Snowflake begins an EB-2 or EB-3 Green Card process, DOL's PERM labor certification requires detailed employment history and degree verification. Gathering certified transcripts and prior employer letters before you receive an offer removes delays when the process starts.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Snowflake sponsor H-1B visas for Principal Engineers?
Yes, Snowflake sponsors H-1B visas for Principal Engineer roles. The company files both new H-1B cap-subject petitions through the annual lottery and H-1B transfers for candidates already holding valid H-1B status. If you're on OPT or CPT, Snowflake can bridge your status while a new petition is pending, provided your authorized period covers the gap.
Which visa types does Snowflake commonly use for Principal Engineer roles?
Snowflake sponsors H-1B, TN visa, F-1 OPT, F-1 CPT, and J-1 visas for engineering roles at the Principal level. For longer-term authorization, the company also supports EB-2 and EB-3 Green Card petitions through the PERM labor certification process. TN visa is available to Canadian and Mexican nationals in qualifying engineering occupations under USMCA.
What qualifications does Snowflake expect for a Principal Engineer?
Snowflake's Principal Engineer roles require deep experience in distributed systems, cloud infrastructure, or database internals, typically backed by ten or more years of engineering work. A bachelor's degree in computer science or a related field is the standard baseline for H-1B specialty occupation eligibility. Candidates who can demonstrate ownership of large-scale systems in production environments are prioritized.
How do I apply for Principal Engineer jobs at Snowflake?
Search for open Principal Engineer positions on Snowflake's careers page, and use Migrate Mate to filter specifically for roles with visa sponsorship confirmed. Applications move through a recruiter screen, technical phone interviews, and a full system design and coding loop. Preparing a clear narrative around a major system you owned end-to-end strengthens your case at every stage.
How do I manage the timeline between an offer and visa filing?
H-1B cap-subject petitions can only be filed for an October 1 start date, so timing your offer relative to the March registration window matters. H-1B transfers and TN visas have no fixed start date and can move faster. If you're on OPT, USCIS's cap-gap rule protects your work authorization through September 30 if your petition is timely filed.