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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$102K - $170K *

Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scalable architectures and drive AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterpr...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$102K - $170K *

Unlock innovative data solutions by leading integration strategies and architectural decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure data and AI solutions while driving...

New Brunswick, NJRemote

1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$135K - $160K *

Transform data solutions by architecting enterprise-grade pipelines, leading a high-performing team, and embedding best practices to create scalable, robust data environments for analysis and insights...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$152K - $178K *

Shape the future of real-time data ecosystems by designing scalable streaming architectures that empower enterprise data transformation. Lead cross-functional teams to create standardized frameworks a...

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$137K - $287K *

Drive transformative solutions in enterprise data and AI by architecting robust integrations and workflows. Collaborate across teams to optimize data strategies, ensuring scalability, security, and go...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Transform healthcare by engineering seamless data integrations between complex EHR systems and our innovative platform. Empower clinicians with actionable insights to enhance patient care and outcomes...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$98K - $159K *

Engage in a dynamic role focused on building scalable data pipelines and optimizing data architecture using Databricks. Collaborate with a diverse team while receiving mentorship to advance into an ar...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $100K *

Transform the future of data architecture by developing scalable solutions, optimizing performance, and ensuring data integrity. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative strateg...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $176K *

Transform data processing by leading the design and optimization of robust data pipelines in Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring a diverse group of data professionals t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $176K *

Join a team that's shaping data solutions by leading the design and optimization of data pipelines in Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data processing and analytics while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and optimization of scalable data pipelines, ensuring high data quality and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor team members to deliver reliable data solutions using...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $90K *

Unlock potential by designing and automating data flows, translating business needs into technical solutions, and collaborating with teams to enhance data-driven decision-making in a dynamic environme...

Mississauga, ONIn-Person

6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$79K - $140K *

Join a team that's driving innovation in data engineering to create secure, scalable solutions that enhance Global Force Management systems. Lead the design and maintenance of ETL pipelines, ensuring...

Yesterday

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$83K - $100K *

Innovate data solutions by designing and maintaining efficient data pipelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and implement advanced ETL processes, while mentoring junior members and d...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$108K - $120K *

Shape the future of enterprise data solutions by building scalable ETL/ELT pipelines, designing robust data models, and contributing to our architecture strategy, while collaborating with stakeholders...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in optimizing telecommunications systems and workflows across diverse teams. Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to enhance service delivery, ensuring efficient problem...

Reposted 1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$136K - $204K *

Lead the charge in designing robust Azure architectures across large-scale programs. Influence and guide technical strategies to connect client objectives with impactful, scalable solutions while fost...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$130K - $192K *

Architect and scale data frameworks to support rapid business growth, ensuring reliability and efficiency. Collaborate with teams to enhance data workflows and uphold governance standards, driving imp...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $192K *

Engineer scalable data frameworks to enhance analytics and insights. Collaborate with teams to drive data quality and governance, ensuring reliability and efficiency in a rapidly growing environment...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $192K *

Elevate data-driven decision-making by architecting scalable frameworks and tools that enhance data mobility, governance, and analytics, empowering teams to deliver real-time insights and drive busine...

1 week ago

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

$130K - $192K *

Drive the vision for scalable data frameworks, enhancing analytics and insights. Collaborate with teams to build reliable, efficient systems that support a growing business, ensuring data quality and...

1 week ago

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

$171K - $190K *

Join our team to develop and maintain scalable data infrastructure, optimize performance, and enhance operational reliability as a Software Engineer, collaborating closely across teams to power high-d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$103K - $162K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by influencing product teams and driving insights. Collaborate with experts to enhance data quality and governance while developing innovative...

Seattle, WARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$60K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing robust application solutions through coding, troubleshooting, and collaboration. Play a key role in ensuring deliverables meet business objectives while enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$97K - $140K *

Join a team that's building a robust data foundation for Finance, enhancing analytics and AI applications. You'll engineer scalable data pipelines and integrations, ensuring quality and efficiency whi...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.