Data engineers build and maintain the systems that help organizations collect, transform, store, and use data. Browse vetted Data Engineer opportunities on Ladders, including roles at companies hiring experienced professionals for positions paying $100,000 or more.
Data engineers design data pipelines, develop and optimize data platforms, and ensure information is reliable, accessible, and secure. Their work supports analytics, business intelligence, machine learning, and operational decision-making. Depending on the organization, a role may focus on batch or streaming systems, cloud data warehouses, data lakes, or platform engineering.
Employers often seek experience with SQL and programming languages such as Python, Java, or Scala. Familiarity with cloud platforms, distributed processing, orchestration tools, data modeling, and technologies such as Spark, Kafka, Snowflake, or Databricks may also be valuable. Requirements vary by role, so review each listing for its specific tools and qualifications.
Data engineers work across industries including technology, finance, healthcare, retail, and consulting. Career paths may lead to senior or staff engineer positions, data platform leadership, or specialized roles in cloud architecture and machine learning infrastructure. Explore openings to compare responsibilities, required experience, and compensation.
Search Ladders for vetted Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more. Use the listings to identify opportunities that match your experience, preferred technologies, and career goals.
Senior AI Data & Analytics Engineer II
$137K - $231K *
Lead the charge in architecting a robust data infrastructure that powers AI and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex business challenges into scalable data solutions...
1 week ago
Senior AI Data & Analytics Engineer II
$137K - $231K *
Accelerate your career by architecting data solutions that drive AI and analytics at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex business challenges into impactful data product...
1 week ago
Senior AI Data & Analytics Engineer II
$137K - $231K *
Help us build a robust data foundation for AI and analytics at scale. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to architect data pipelines and models, transforming complex business challenges into impa...
1 week ago
Data Analytics Principal/Director - Financial Services
$160K - $200K *
Join a dynamic team to lead data and AI initiatives in Financial Services, partnering with senior executives to drive strategic transformations and deliver value through innovative solutions and deep...
2 weeks ago
Principal Machine Learning Engineer (Memory & Context)
$199K - $334K *
Champion the architecture and engineering of agent memory systems, leading the development of context-driven AI agents. Drive innovation and technical direction while collaborating across teams to enh...
5 days ago
Data Analytics Principal/Director - Financial Services
$160K - $200K *
Lead transformative data and AI initiatives in Financial Services, partnering with C-level executives to drive strategic value. Oversee project portfolios and mentor consultants, leveraging deep exper...
2 weeks ago
Software Engineer - Data Platform
$113K - $191K *
Innovate by designing and operating scalable data infrastructure for petabytes of data, enabling customer-facing features and analytics across global industries, while enhancing systems for reliabilit...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Databricks Solution Architect (Data & AI)
$150K - $180K *
Elevate your career by designing innovative data solutions on Databricks. Lead architecture workshops, partner with sales, and drive enterprise-level analytics and AI platforms while ensuring governan...
5 days ago
Databricks Solution Architect (Data & AI)
$150K - $180K *
Empower enterprise clients by designing and delivering innovative data, analytics, and AI platforms on Databricks. Collaborate with teams to shape solutions, lead workshops, and ensure governance whil...
5 days ago
Databricks Solution Architect (Data & AI)
$145K - $175K *
Innovate by designing and delivering advanced data and AI platforms on Databricks. Collaborate with clients and teams to shape solutions, optimize architectures, and drive successful implementations f...
5 days ago
$154K - $181K *
Lead and optimize enterprise data platforms and Salesforce AMS, ensuring scalability, reliability, and security. Collaborate with stakeholders to align systems with organizational goals while managing...
4 days ago
Data Analyst - Generative AI Platform Power User
$86K - $138K *
Unlock potential by leveraging AI tools to produce high-quality analytical insights. Collaborate with diverse teams to enhance workflows and drive mission success through innovative data analysis and...
3 days ago
Principal Data Platform Engineer
$160K - $185K *
Shape the future of data engineering by leading the architecture and evolution of a robust enterprise data platform, ensuring reliability and integration across analytics, reporting, and AI capabiliti...
2 weeks ago
Integration Engineer (Chicago)
$110K - $130K *
Engage with cross-functional teams to drive client success and revenue. Lead integration engineering from architecture to code, educate users on best practices, and provide technical leadership in the...
3 weeks ago
$105K - $140K *
Lead the charge in designing and building scalable software solutions, owning features from concept to deployment while mentoring junior engineers and collaborating across teams to enhance payment pro...
2 days ago
Salesforce Data Architect, Revenue Solutions
$125K - $150K *
Join us to lead complex data migration initiatives, focusing on Salesforce CPQ and Billing. Collaborate with clients and teams to design scalable data architectures that drive revenue transformation a...
3 weeks ago
Engineering Manager - Data Enablement
$139K - $188K *
Drive innovative IT solutions by leading multi-disciplinary teams, establishing operational policies, and collaborating with stakeholders to achieve strategic objectives that enhance overall organizat...
Reposted 1 week ago
Principal Analytics Consultant (Power BI)
$135K - $160K *
Lead complex Power BI analytics engagements, delivering data-driven solutions that enhance decision-making, foster stakeholder alignment, and support sustained enterprise adoption. Collaborate with cr...
Reposted 1 week ago
Research Engineer - Data and Evaluation
$150K - $350K *
Transform the landscape of reinforcement learning by designing evaluations and environments that enhance model training and performance. Collaborate with researchers to identify and address model fail...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Analyze healthcare data to enhance clinical insights and improve medication use. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop analytics tools and real-world evidence studies, driving better heal...
3 days ago
$125K - $150K *
Champion security excellence by driving secure SDLC practices, managing compliance, and leading incident response. Collaborate with DevOps and ensure robust risk management practices to protect vital...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior DevSecOps Engineer (Remote)
$140K - $160K *
Join a dynamic team as you architect secure CI/CD pipelines, manage Kubernetes clusters, and implement security automation in AWS. Collaborate across teams to enhance operational efficiency while embe...
2 days ago
Staff DevOps Engineer, Developer Experience (DevEx)
$145K - $175K *
Join our team to drive the technical direction of our Internal Developer Platform, enhancing workflows and tooling for engineering teams. You'll lead multi-quarter strategies, ensuring reliable delive...
3 weeks ago
Data Scientist (Palantir Foundry)
$120K - $145K *
Unlock the potential of data as a senior data scientist, transforming U.S. Army enterprise data into impactful analytical products and workflows, while collaborating with cross-functional teams to dri...
2 weeks ago
Software Architect (AWS/Azure)
$93K - $125K *
Explore your potential as a Software Architect, designing and enhancing build systems and delivery platforms. Collaborate with teams to implement CI/CD practices and ensure high-quality software deliv...
5 days ago
What does a Data Engineer do?
A Data Engineer builds and maintains data pipelines and platforms that collect, process, store, and deliver reliable data for analytics and other business needs.
What skills are commonly required for Data Engineer jobs?
Common requirements include SQL, programming with Python or another language, data modeling, and experience with cloud platforms or distributed data tools. Specific qualifications depend on the employer and role.
Which industries hire Data Engineers?
Data Engineers are hired across technology, finance, healthcare, retail, consulting, and many other industries that rely on data systems.
How can I find Data Engineer jobs paying $100,000 or more?
Browse Data Engineer listings on Ladders, where you can explore vetted professional opportunities with salaries of $100,000 or more and review each posting for compensation and qualifications.