Big Data Engineer Jobs

Discover Big Data Engineer opportunities with vetted employers on Ladders. These professionals build and maintain the systems that collect, process, and organize massive datasets, helping organizations turn complex information into useful insights. Explore roles paying $100,000 or more across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and other industries.

What Big Data Engineers Do

Big Data Engineers design scalable data architectures and develop pipelines that move information reliably from source systems to analytics platforms. They work with structured and unstructured data, optimize distributed processing, and help ensure data is accessible, accurate, secure, and ready for analysis.

Common Skills and Technologies

Employers often seek experience with SQL and programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala, as well as distributed data technologies like Apache Spark and Kafka. Familiarity with cloud platforms, data lakes and warehouses, orchestration tools, data modeling, and monitoring can also be valuable. Specific requirements vary by role and organization.

Career Opportunities

Big Data Engineers may specialize in cloud data platforms, streaming systems, data infrastructure, or analytics engineering. Related opportunities include Data Engineer, Senior Data Engineer, Data Platform Engineer, and Big Data Architect. Browse current listings to compare responsibilities, technologies, and seniority levels.

Find Big Data Engineer Jobs on Ladders

Ladders focuses on vetted professional opportunities paying $100,000 or more. Search Big Data Engineer jobs to find roles aligned with your experience, preferred technologies, and career goals.

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$135K - $160K *

Unlock potential by leading transformative Salesforce solutions in financial services. As a trusted advisor, you'll architect scalable solutions, align technology with business goals, and drive best p...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$98K - $182K *

Unlock potential by leveraging data science to drive insights and solutions. Collaborate across teams to analyze complex datasets, develop predictive models, and deliver actionable recommendations tha...

Three Rivers, TXRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by leading a dynamic group of engineers and Technical Leads. Drive workforce strategy, enhance team capabilities, and ensure sustainable deliver...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of Oracle Cloud solutions. As a Delivery Architect, you'll lead complex projects, guide clients through implementations, and drive innovative strategies to optimi...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of maritime data management and AI. You'll develop cutting-edge applications and enhance warfighter capabilities through innovative data solutions...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$102K - $135K *

Accelerate the deployment of modular data centers by serving as a crucial interface between hyperscale clients and product development. Lead technical discovery, capture customer requirements, and dri...

New Hampshire, USRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Drive your career with a Senior Site Reliability Engineer role focused on building secure AWS GovCloud foundations for FedRAMP High and IL5, ensuring compliance and operational excellence while mentor...

CanadaRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $125K *

Innovate data-driven strategies to enhance customer success through performance tracking, attribution modeling, and actionable insights, ensuring optimal engagement and retention across digital touchp...

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Today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$240K - $320K *

Transform AI adoption and engineering efficiency by leading cross-functional initiatives and driving the strategic integration of innovative technologies across products, ensuring measurable outcomes...

Bellevue, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$79K - $122K *

Empower your career by developing innovative Microsoft 365 solutions. This role involves end-to-end Power Platform development, ensuring compliance, and collaborating with stakeholders to enhance city...

Durham, NCRemote

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$125K - $150K *

Lead network deployment initiatives, managing turn-up schedules and material readiness. Partner with cross-functional teams to ensure project timelines, and report progress accurately for successful e...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive high-value sales into large enterprise accounts, fostering relationships and navigating complex sales cycles. Position as a trusted advisor while maximizing customer satisfaction and delivering...

Ontario, CARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$171K - $300K *

Join a pioneering team to architect and operate production-grade agentic AI systems that enhance enterprise security and automate identity management at Fortune 500 scale. Shape the future of autonomo...

Santa Clara, CARemote

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Shape the future of healthcare by owning and optimizing AI systems. Design and deliver scalable ML solutions that transform operations, enhance decision-making, and create real-world impact across cri...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$186K - $223K *

Unlock potential by joining a dynamic team focused on enhancing billing systems and customer experience. As a Staff Fullstack Engineer, you'll lead complex projects, improve reliability, and collabora...

CanadaRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Join a team that's transforming machine learning research into impactful solutions. Collaborate on feature engineering and optimization in a fully remote environment, driving projects from concept to...

Boston, MARemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$101K - $139K *

Shape the future of healthcare technology by troubleshooting and resolving complex production issues in a dynamic, hybrid environment. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system reliabi...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$160K - $200K *

Develop cutting-edge AI/ML capabilities to enhance intelligent engagement experiences. Lead the design of scalable ML systems, ensuring high-quality evaluations and compliance while driving innovation...

Ontario, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$135K - $165K *

Engage with our Cal AI team to enhance user experiences through innovative iOS development. Collaborate, mentor, and implement high-quality features that empower users on their health journeys while f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career by leading a dynamic team in optimizing the Azure DevSecOps environment, ensuring security, and driving operational excellence across critical engineering functions for mission suc...

North Charleston, SCRemote

4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$125K - $150K *

Empower your career by leading and scaling a multidisciplinary engineering team in full-stack and data engineering. Drive impact through collaboration and technical excellence, ensuring quality and in...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $115K *

Analyze and enhance client data reporting, driving insights and trends to support customer satisfaction and business growth. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and delive...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Transform the software development landscape by defining a cohesive end-to-end experience, integrating planning to verification workflows across teams. Lead product strategy and execution, influencing...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $90K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by developing and enhancing Power BI dashboards and reports. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create user-friendly solutions that consolidate data from mu...

Georgia, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$130K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team as a senior technical leader, driving innovative platform solutions and enhancing integration processes. Collaborate across teams to improve user experiences and streamline operati...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Big Data Engineer do?question toggle

    A Big Data Engineer builds and operates systems for collecting, processing, storing, and delivering large datasets. The role commonly includes creating data pipelines, working with distributed computing platforms, and improving data reliability and performance.

  • What skills are commonly required for Big Data Engineer jobs?question toggle

    Commonly requested skills include SQL, Python, Java, or Scala; distributed processing tools such as Spark; data pipeline and streaming technologies; cloud platforms; and experience with data warehouses or lakes. Requirements depend on the employer and position.

  • How is a Big Data Engineer different from a Data Scientist?question toggle

    Big Data Engineers typically build the infrastructure and pipelines that make data usable, while Data Scientists primarily analyze data and develop statistical or machine-learning models. The responsibilities can overlap depending on the organization.

  • Do Big Data Engineer jobs pay $100,000 or more?question toggle

    Compensation varies based on experience, location, industry, and role scope. Ladders features vetted professional jobs paying $100,000 or more, so candidates can explore qualifying opportunities.

  • What roles can Big Data Engineers pursue next?question toggle

    With experience, Big Data Engineers may advance to Senior or Lead Data Engineer, Data Platform Architect, Cloud Data Architect, or engineering management roles. Career paths depend on technical strengths and professional interests.