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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$282K - $414K *

Drive the development of innovative causal decision systems that empower teams with robust metrics and strategies to enhance product value and optimize marketplace health across multiple verticals...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$282K - $414K *

Join a team that sets the technical vision for causal ML, leading innovative modeling and value metrics essential for data-driven decision-making across diverse marketplaces and product applications w...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$110K - $130K *

Lead the design and delivery of AI/ML solutions, managing teams to meet client objectives. Collaborate with stakeholders to scale successful outcomes, ensuring quality and compliance in a dynamic deli...

Calgary, ABIn-Person

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$150K - $180K *

Join a high-growth infrastructure team to operate and scale Kubernetes platforms across multiple cloud providers, ensuring efficient GPU resource allocation and robust monitoring systems to support ma...

CanadaRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Accelerate progress at a high-growth infrastructure team managing Kubernetes platforms across multiple clouds. You'll enhance GPU resource efficiency and ensure system reliability while collaborating...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Empower your career by joining a dynamic infrastructure team managing Kubernetes platforms across multiple clouds. You'll develop systems that safeguard GPU resources, ensuring optimal performance and...

New York, NYRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Develop and scale robust Kubernetes platforms across multiple cloud providers, ensuring efficient GPU resource allocation and high availability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infr...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$206K - $253K *

Unlock potential by leveraging your advanced analytical skills to drive data-driven decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to translate complex business goals into actionable insights, whi...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$138K - $198K *

Innovate data solutions by managing the data lifecycle, conducting analyses, and translating insights into strategic recommendations to drive business growth and product development...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$197K - $344K *

Design and build powerful backend services and automation tools for a data platform, driving technical direction and enhancing the discoverability and trust of data products through innovative solutio...

Reposted 6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$140K - $160K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by leading the analytics data platform. Drive technical strategy, enhance data quality, and mentor peers while ensuring reliable access to trusted data f...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and development of cutting-edge cloud data solutions, optimizing data pipelines and ensuring robust workflows while mentoring a team of engineers to innovate and deliver high-quality d...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$200K - $300K *

Drive security excellence across AI/ML infrastructure, ensuring robust protection for data, models, and systems. Collaborate with engineering teams to implement effective security controls and enhance...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$85K - $105K *

Partner with us to ensure project efficiency and clarity by maintaining documentation, tracking decisions, and supporting construction teams. Your attention to detail will help prevent critical oversi...

1 month ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Explore innovative data sourcing and analysis techniques while collaborating with a dynamic research team to enhance AI models and ensure ethical data practices. Drive impactful experiments and contri...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Lead innovative software solutions, enhancing technology products in a secure, scalable environment. Collaborate within an agile team to drive improvements and deliver high-quality code while fosterin...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$95K - $115K *

Drive innovation in data engineering and AI application development, enhancing workflows and decision-making through advanced data platforms and automation. Collaborate with teams to optimize cloud so...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitals & Medical Centers

$150K - $180K *

Pioneer deep learning innovation for medical imaging by leading R&D efforts, designing robust training pipelines, and mentoring teams to create scalable, production-ready solutions that enhance health...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$330K - $500K+*

Optimize data models and pipelines for identity graph construction, ensuring accurate entity matching and resolution. Collaborate across teams to deliver actionable insights and maintain data quality...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to lead connectivity projects for leased data centers, ensuring compliance with standards and managing cross-functional collaboration from site assessment to operational handoff. D...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Build seamless connectivity solutions for leased data centers by leading design and delivery of network and power infrastructure. Collaborate across teams and manage multiple projects to ensure timely...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$215K - $253K *

Accelerate data-driven solutions by designing and implementing robust data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance infrastructure, ensuring scalability and performance for divers...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $131K *

Unlock potential by providing innovative solutions to technical challenges, collaborating with a diverse team, and engaging with complex data systems while adhering to organizational standards and enh...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$158K - $213K *

Develop innovative solutions that enhance Amazon Marketing Cloud's partner ecosystem, leveraging massive-scale streaming, machine learning, and cloud-native technologies to deliver seamless integratio...

1 week ago

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

$110K - $130K *

Transform your skills as you lead critical development efforts from planning to delivery, collaborating with a national team of experts to create high-quality software solutions that meet project goal...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

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.