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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$67K - $142K *

Lead the design and implementation of data infrastructure and pipelines, ensuring reliable data ingestion and transformation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data for a...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $218K *

Join a team that's designing and developing enterprise-scale data solutions. Leverage your expertise in data engineering and cloud technologies to create robust data pipelines and architectures that s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $145K *

Empower national security by transforming data into actionable insights. As a Mid-Level Data Scientist, you'll automate processes, develop visualizations, and collaborate with analysts to modernize wo...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$93K - $114K *

Shape the future of data engineering by building and optimizing reliable data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data systems, ensuring quality and scalability while leverag...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $135K *

Drive the development of complex data pipelines and reporting solutions, ensuring data integrity and operational efficiency. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data models and maintain high sta...

Coquitlam, BCIn-Person

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and maintain scalable data pipelines that transform complex datasets into actionable insights, supporting critical national security missions in a collaborative Agile env...

Reposted today

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$126K - $136K *

Transform application deployment processes by managing, automating, and optimizing releases across environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability, scalability, and efficie...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$73K - $99K *

Join a dynamic team to build and maintain data pipelines, transforming data into actionable insights. Collaborate with engineers and analysts to enhance data quality and support analytics, AI/ML, and...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$170K - $230K *

Pioneer a greenfield finance data platform, architecting ETL pipelines and dimensional models that empower AI-native advertising products. Collaborate across teams and lead data initiatives that trans...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$141K - $150K *

Join a dynamic team to drive innovative solutions and enhance operational efficiency. Collaborate across departments to deliver impactful results and contribute to strategic initiatives that shape the...

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $190K *

Lead the design and evolution of scalable data architecture, providing technical leadership across teams to deliver reliable, secure, and cost-effective data solutions while shaping emerging capabilit...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $100K *

Empower your career by developing scalable software solutions for a cutting-edge data observability platform. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system performance and deliver impactfu...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$170K - $220K *

Optimize data accessibility and security while leading a high-impact team. Drive innovation in data practices, enhance data usability, and empower teams to leverage data effectively across the organiz...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$183K - $265K *

Optimize multi-model database solutions and drive AI integration for enterprise clients. Collaborate with teams to design, migrate, and enhance intelligent database infrastructures that support real-t...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$80K - $125K *

Elevate your career by mastering data governance and engineering. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design automated pipelines, ensuring data accuracy and integrity across systems while drivi...

Wrangell, AKRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Transform enterprise data solutions in financial services by designing, developing, and optimizing scalable data pipelines and models. Collaborate with teams to ensure data quality, governance, and se...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

1 month ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$90K - $130K *

Join a team that's transforming data integration and operational support. As an ETL Data Engineer, you'll develop and maintain APIs, ETL workflows, and legacy systems, ensuring seamless data processin...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$175K - $200K *

Optimize our data infrastructure platform by enhancing automation, observability, and stability. Drive architectural changes to support long-term service requirements while ensuring high throughput an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $225K *

Transform complex datasets into actionable insights by building and optimizing data pipelines. Collaborate with technical teams and stakeholders to develop analytical solutions using cutting-edge tech...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $225K *

Drive data modernization by building and optimizing data pipelines and analytical solutions. Collaborate with technical teams to transform complex datasets into actionable insights, enhancing mission...

Reposted today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by designing and maintaining data pipelines for AI solutions. Collaborate in a dynamic environment to ensure robust data accessibility and integration, enhancing mission applications...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's modernizing data infrastructure and AI automation. As a key contributor, you'll develop backend solutions, enhance operational efficiency, and ensure data quality while collaboratin...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$85K - $105K *

Join a team that's dedicated to creating a robust graph data environment. Collaborate with experienced engineers to integrate diverse data sources, evolving complex information into an accessible and...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$85K - $105K *

Optimize your career by supporting the development of a semantic data environment. Collaborate with engineers to integrate data sources, configure structures, and enable advanced analytics and AI-driv...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud security solutions, leveraging your expertise in AWS, scripting, and SIEM tools to enhance incident response and mentor junior staff in a collaborativ...

3 weeks 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.