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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$91K - $179K *

Optimize data-driven solutions by designing and implementing analytics products that enhance Human Capital services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and support...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Drive the design and implementation of innovative analytics solutions, transforming complex human capital data into actionable insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance AI an...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing analytics solutions that enhance workforce insights. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver data-driven products, ensuring scalability and go...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Analyze and deliver innovative analytics solutions that empower clients to tackle complex workforce challenges. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design scalable data pipelines and actionable...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Engineer innovative data solutions that empower AI and analytics for Human Capital, transforming complex data into actionable insights while collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impact...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Innovate data-driven solutions by designing and implementing analytics products that enhance Human Capital services, ensuring data integrity and scalability while collaborating with cross-functional t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement innovative analytics solutions that enhance Human Capital services, leveraging AI and data engineering to deliver actionable insights and drive client succe...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Contribute to innovative analytics solutions by designing and implementing data-driven products that enhance Human Capital services, ensuring scalable and secure data architecture for AI and ML applic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$91K - $179K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing analytics solutions that enhance Human Capital services. Collaborate with teams to deliver data-driven insights, ensuring data integrity and scalability...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$143K - $186K *

Drive impactful data solutions as a Data Engineer, enhancing analytics across teams. Collaborate to build scalable data models and pipelines, enabling data-driven decisions that shape the organization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to drive the development of innovative cloud-native data solutions that enhance operational efficiency and enable actionable insights for healthcare clients. You will build, maintain...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $143K *

Join a dynamic team as a Data Engineer, where you'll design and maintain data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark. Your work will enhance data analysis efficiency, impacting industries and driving cu...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$99K - $167K *

Develop and maintain robust data pipelines using SparkSQL and Pyspark, ensuring high-quality data for analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data analysis efficiency and support...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and development of enterprise-grade data platforms. Collaborate with clients to create data strategies that drive business goals, leveraging cutting-edge technol...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable data solutions that enhance healthcare technology platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and drive informed dec...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$231K - $378K *

Architect database performance strategies to optimize LinkedIn's data infrastructure. Lead initiatives across online and offline systems, enhancing query execution and storage efficiency while mentori...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$135K - $165K *

Transform data into actionable insights by developing secure data pipelines and workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to process diverse datasets using advanced technologies, ensuring hig...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$102K - $183K *

Empower data-driven decisions by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines and cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solutions that support anal...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $175K *

Elevate your career by designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines and cloud platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative data solutions that drive analytics and machi...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage in building and maintaining data pipelines and infrastructure, enhancing product insights, and collaborating with engineering and product teams. This role spans the full data stack, promoting g...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Drive the development and maintenance of data pipelines, enhancing data quality and supporting analytics initiatives. Collaborate across teams to ensure reliable systems while growing expertise in dis...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Build and maintain robust data pipelines and infrastructure, transforming raw data into actionable insights. Collaborate cross-functionally to enhance data quality and support analytics and machine le...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's building robust data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric to connect core business systems with enterprise data. Collaborate across departments to create reliable data products that dri...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Empower your career by building robust data pipelines in Microsoft Fabric. Collaborate across teams to transform complex data into trusted insights, supporting analytics and business solutions across...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Contribute to the development and scaling of an enterprise data platform, focusing on data pipelines and infrastructure. Engage with teams to ensure effective data governance, security best practices...

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.