Snowflake Certifications
SnowPro Advanced: Architect
The SnowPro Advanced: Architect Certification will test advanced knowledge and skills used to to apply comprehensive architect solutions using Snowflake.
2+ years of practical experience with Snowflake as an Architect in a production environment. In these two years, successful candidates would have achieved hands-on expertise with SQL and SQL analytics, experience building out a complex ETL/ELT pipeline, experience implementing security and compliance requirements, and working with different data modeling techniques. Having coding experience outside of SQL and DevOps/DataOps design experience is a plus.
SnowPro Advanced: Architect Overview
The SnowPro Advanced: Architect Certification will test advanced knowledge and skills used to apply comprehensive architect solutions using Snowflake. This certification will test the ability to:
- Design an end-to-end data flow from source to consumption using the Snowflake’s Platform.
- Design and deploy a data architecture that meets business, security, and compliance requirements.
- Select appropriate Snowflake and third-party tools to optimize architecture performance.
- Design and deploy a shared data set using the Snowflake Marketplace and Data Exchange.
Exam Overview
Level: Advanced
Length: 115 minutes to complete the exam
Cost: 375 USD
Format: 65 questions; either multiple choice or multiple response
Exam Content
Response types
There are two types of questions on the exam:
- Multiple Select,
- Multiple Choice
- Interactive
Unscored Content: Exams may include unscored items to gather statistical information for future use. These items are not identified on the form and do not impact your score, and additional time is factored into account for this content.
Prerequisites: SnowPro Core Certified
Content outline
This exam guide includes test domains, weightings, and objectives. It is not a comprehensive listing of all the content that will be presented on this examination. The table below lists the main content domains and their weightings.
- Domain 1: Accounts and Security (25%-30%)
- Domain 2: Snowflake Architecture (25%-30%)
- Domain 3: Data Engineering (20%-25%)
- Domain 4: Performance Optimization (20%-25%)
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FAQs
• SnowPro Core Certification – Foundational knowledge of Snowflake concepts, architecture, and functionalities.
• SnowPro Advanced Certifications (specialized in different domains):
– SnowPro Advanced: Architect
– SnowPro Advanced: Data Engineer
– SnowPro Advanced: Administrator
– SnowPro Advanced: Data Scientist
– SnowPro Advanced: Data Analyst
• Snowflake Expert Certification (Coming soon) – Advanced mastery of Snowflake.
Snowflake certifications are valid for two years from the date of passing the exam. After that, candidates must recertify to maintain their credentials.
The format varies by certification level but generally includes:
• Number of Questions: 60–100 questions, depending on the exam.
• Type of Questions: Multiple-choice and multiple-select.
• Time Limit: Typically 85–115 minutes, depending on the exam.
• Passing Score: Usually around 750 out of 1000, but this may vary.
• Delivery Mode: Online, proctored via Pearson VUE.
To prepare effectively, you can:
• Review the Snowflake documentation – Study Snowflake’s official docs on topics like architecture, security, data sharing, and performance tuning.
• Take official Snowflake training courses – Snowflake offers training programs tailored to each certification.
• Use hands-on labs – Practice in a live Snowflake environment.
• Attempt practice exams – Solve mock tests and sample questions to gauge your readiness.
• Join the Snowflake community – Engage in discussions and learn from certified professionals.
There are no formal prerequisites for Snowflake certifications, but it is recommended to have:
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake (for at least 6 months, depending on the certification).
• Knowledge of SQL, cloud computing, and data warehousing concepts.
• Familiarity with Snowflake’s features like storage, compute, security, and performance optimization.
The pricing varies by certification level:
• SnowPro Core Certification – $175 USD
• SnowPro Advanced Certifications – $375 USD each
• Snowflake Expert Certification – Price to be announced
FAQs
• SnowPro Core Certification – Foundational knowledge of Snowflake concepts, architecture, and functionalities.
• SnowPro Advanced Certifications (specialized in different domains):
– SnowPro Advanced: Architect
– SnowPro Advanced: Data Engineer
– SnowPro Advanced: Administrator
– SnowPro Advanced: Data Scientist
– SnowPro Advanced: Data Analyst
• Snowflake Expert Certification (Coming soon) – Advanced mastery of Snowflake.
Snowflake certifications are valid for two years from the date of passing the exam. After that, candidates must recertify to maintain their credentials.
The format varies by certification level but generally includes:
• Number of Questions: 60–100 questions, depending on the exam.
• Type of Questions: Multiple-choice and multiple-select.
• Time Limit: Typically 85–115 minutes, depending on the exam.
• Passing Score: Usually around 750 out of 1000, but this may vary.
• Delivery Mode: Online, proctored via Pearson VUE.
To prepare effectively, you can:
• Review the Snowflake documentation – Study Snowflake’s official docs on topics like architecture, security, data sharing, and performance tuning.
• Take official Snowflake training courses – Snowflake offers training programs tailored to each certification.
• Use hands-on labs – Practice in a live Snowflake environment.
• Attempt practice exams – Solve mock tests and sample questions to gauge your readiness.
• Join the Snowflake community – Engage in discussions and learn from certified professionals.
There are no formal prerequisites for Snowflake certifications, but it is recommended to have:
• Hands-on experience with Snowflake (for at least 6 months, depending on the certification).
• Knowledge of SQL, cloud computing, and data warehousing concepts.
• Familiarity with Snowflake’s features like storage, compute, security, and performance optimization.
The pricing varies by certification level:
• SnowPro Core Certification – $175 USD
• SnowPro Advanced Certifications – $375 USD each
• Snowflake Expert Certification – Price to be announced
