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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$87K - $145K *

Build and maintain data pipelines for innovative private credit analytics. Extract and transform large-scale financial data, ensuring real-time delivery and high data quality in collaboration with dat...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$149K - $262K *

Innovate as a technical lead in shared platform services, delivering high-availability solutions on Kubernetes while driving reliability, scalability, and mentorship for engineering teams within a col...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$149K - $262K *

Champion the design and delivery of multi-tenant platform services on Kubernetes, focusing on reliability and scalability for global teams. Lead initiatives, mentor engineers, and integrate advanced s...

4 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's transforming data ecosystems by leading migration initiatives and establishing governance practices. Leverage your expertise in Microsoft Fabric and data architecture to enhance dat...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to transition computer vision models from experimentation to production. Leverage your MLOps expertise to build scalable pipelines and ensure system reliability across cloud and ed...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential by building innovative TypeScript applications and AI-driven features. Own projects end-to-end, simplifying complex problems while enhancing our intelligence platform for analyst...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$129K - $165K *

Drive security excellence by managing vulnerabilities, enhancing cloud security, and collaborating with engineering teams to integrate security practices, ensuring robust protection of platforms and c...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team as you shape data architecture and drive insights. You'll design and optimize dbt models, collaborate with cross-functional teams, and innovate workflows to enhance our AI-powered...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Drive the implementation and optimization of ETL/data pipelines across cloud and on-premise environments, ensuring reliable data movement and supporting analytics initiatives. Collaborate with teams t...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$160K - $220K *

Contribute to the design and implementation of high-performance data platform services, ensuring scalability and reliability. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop advanced analytics infr...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$148K - $195K *

Engage in designing and executing Data & AI strategies, translating complex requirements into practical roadmaps and measurable business outcomes while collaborating with engineers, analysts, and stak...

3 weeks ago

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

$75K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced data science techniques to support Army operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop insights and solutions that enhance decision-making and o...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Shape the future of data science by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to support Army operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and enhance de...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$207K - $244K *

Accelerate progress at a leading trading platform by architecting and managing low-latency market data systems. Collaborate within a high-impact team to deliver reliable and high-throughput data solut...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 4 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$150K - $180K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data, analytics, and AI initiatives. Drive strategy, governance, and integration while managing a growing team to enhance data capabilities and foster responsibl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$75K - $112K *

Unlock your potential by supporting data integration for a global drug discovery initiative. Collaborate with diverse teams to onboard new sites and ensure data integrity, contributing to groundbreaki...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in building modern data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and AI tools, optimizing enterprise data solutions, mentoring junior engineers, and ensuring data governance for a global trave...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$89K - $166K *

Transform your career by leading data engineering initiatives, optimizing scalable data pipelines, and enhancing client delivery. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure...

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $160K *

Transform the data landscape by designing AI-driven solutions that optimize data integration for impactful business outcomes. Collaborate with engineers and clients to ensure secure, scalable data wor...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $120K *

Unlock your potential as a Workday Integration Systems Analyst, driving impactful integrations and supporting HR partners globally. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance systems and tackle exciti...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Champion transformative data strategies and lead technical pursuits in AI and data migration. Drive client success and practice growth while enhancing market presence through strategic partnerships an...

United StatesRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Transform your career by leading data strategy and architecture as a senior technology executive. Drive client success, enhance market presence, and shape innovative solutions in the Databricks Data ...

CanadaRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data and AI by leading strategic initiatives, guiding clients through complex migrations, and enhancing our market presence as a senior technology executive in...

New York, NYRemote

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$210K - $250K *

Lead the charge in shaping data and AI strategies for clients, guiding migrations to Databricks while building market presence and technical standards. Collaborate with executives and teams to drive s...

6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$84K - $87K *

Join us as a Data Operations Engineer, where you'll develop and manage data systems for healthcare claims processing. Collaborate with teams to ensure data accuracy and optimize ETL/ELT pipelines whil...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.