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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$130K - $155K *

Unlock potential by owning the data science strategy for ranking and relevance, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance user engagement and advertiser outcomes while driving measurable bu...

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1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$241K - $269K *

Drive statistical programming excellence across multiple clinical studies while collaborating with cross-functional teams. Lead validation of CRO deliverables and implement innovative tools to enhance...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$117K - $157K *

Join a team that's transforming enterprise AI solutions through innovative design and deployment. Leverage your expertise to build secure, scalable AI platforms that enhance business processes and dri...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $180K *

Join us to drive financial strategy for GPU capacity and infrastructure. You'll analyze utilization, forecast cash needs, and optimize revenue impact, playing a key role in scaling our operations in a...

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of geotechnical engineering by overseeing project analysis and design. Contribute your expertise to investigations, data evaluation, and mentoring while ensuring...

Canonsburg, PARemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$115K - $130K *

Elevate your career by designing and managing Azure Kubernetes Service (AKS) clusters, ensuring reliability and security while collaborating with cross-functional teams to optimize performance and inc...

Toronto, ONRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$88K - $105K *

Transform data into actionable insights by collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance reporting processes and develop impactful dashboards that drive business decisions and operational effic...

Jersey City, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$175K - $218K *

Join a team that's redefining revenue growth through innovative ML solutions. As a Lead Data Scientist, you'll drive impactful monetization strategies for millions of users, collaborating across teams...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$154K - $227K *

Join a dynamic team as a technical leader, driving scalable software solutions and mentoring engineers. Collaborate across teams to enhance engineering practices and deliver innovative AI-driven appli...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Lead and inspire a dynamic team in delivering high-quality Pega projects. Oversee project execution, foster continuous improvement, and ensure alignment with business goals while mentoring team member...

Tempe, AZRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $165K *

Elevate user experiences by developing innovative iOS applications that enhance health and fitness journeys. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality features while mentoring ju...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

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

$218K - $256K *

Drive innovation in test infrastructure, enhancing efficiency and reliability for all engineering teams. Lead initiatives to modernize test execution, minimize feedback loops, and ensure trust in resu...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$195K - $236K *

Optimize our identity and access platform by leading a skilled engineering team. Drive technical direction, manage architecture decisions, and enhance security practices while fostering collaboration...

San Francisco, CARemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$218K - $256K *

Lead the front-end strategy for an advanced trading platform, driving performance improvements across web and mobile clients while mentoring engineers to excel in a fast-paced, innovative environment...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$168K - $270K *

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Santa Clara, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $180K *

Lead the design and development of complex software systems, ensuring architectural consistency and best practices. Collaborate with teams to deliver scalable solutions while mentoring engineers and d...

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3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$70K - $110K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$135K - $160K *

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Berkeley, CARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$175K - $215K *

Lead the charge in shaping Azure DevOps practices and architecture while mentoring a talented team. Oversee technical delivery, ensure compliance, and drive innovation within a dynamic, multi-country...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $210K *

Empower organizations by designing scalable data management solutions, collaborating with customers and partners to drive adoption and success. Act as a key technical advisor, bridging teams to ensure...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$90K - $100K *

Transform software delivery by managing cross-functional teams, aligning sprints, and optimizing project timelines. Drive clarity in processes and foster collaboration to ensure successful product exe...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$144K - $288K *

Transform enterprise technology by leading modernization initiatives, enhancing engineering practices, and enabling responsible AI adoption across diverse platforms. Collaborate with stakeholders to d...

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4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$151K - $211K *

Unlock potential by serving as a national technical authority, guiding strategic NetApp solutions across enterprise infrastructure, hybrid cloud, and modern data centers while fostering collaboration...

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $210K *

Accelerate the development of cutting-edge AI solutions by designing, implementing, and optimizing advanced NLP and Generative AI models while mentoring junior talent and fostering collaboration acros...

Dallas, TXRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$150K - $200K *

Shape the future of data solutions as a Database Support Engineer, driving customer success through onboarding, technical support, and collaboration with sales teams to enhance product adoption and op...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information 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.