Explore Data Engineer Jobs

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.

What Data Engineers Do

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.

Common Skills and Technologies

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.

Career Opportunities

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.

Find Your Next Data Engineer Role

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.

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$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by driving data-driven insights to enhance revenue and operational performance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to transform complex data into actionable recommendations that...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to architect innovative solutions across diverse systems, transforming complex challenges into user-friendly experiences. Collaborate closely with product and design to drive impac...

RemoteRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$140K - $270K *

Unlock potential by designing and deploying scalable AI systems that transform healthcare workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to solve complex business challenges and drive measurable o...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$90K - $110K *

Elevate data accuracy by analyzing user queries and improving AI responses. Collaborate with Product Management, Data Science, and Engineering to ensure Prism delivers trustworthy insights, enhancing...

Philadelphia, PARemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$100K - $165K *

Optimize data systems by designing and maintaining scalable solutions that enhance decision-making. Collaborate across teams, mentor junior engineers, and streamline data processes to ensure high-qual...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

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

$250K - $280K *

Drive innovation by designing and delivering advanced AI agents that leverage high-cardinality observability data. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance Canvas capabilities, ensuring agents perfo...

CanadaRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$183K - $206K *

Partner with us to innovate agent engineering, crafting unique observability solutions using high-cardinality data. Lead projects from prototype to production while enhancing Canvas capabilities for i...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by engaging customers to develop tailored solutions using open-source technologies and cloud-native architecture. Drive success through collaboration and innovation, bridging engineer...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $200K *

Transform your career by designing and deploying AI agents that enhance business workflows. Collaborate with stakeholders to drive measurable outcomes through innovative solutions and mentorship in a...

New York, NYRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $190K *

Lead the charge in crafting target-state architecture that integrates business processes, applications, and data. Your role will shape enterprise transformation while ensuring alignment with strategic...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$142K - $178K *

Engage with enterprise clients by owning the full sales cycle, identifying growth opportunities, and leading implementations. Collaborate with teams to enhance sales processes and become an expert in...

Massachusetts, USRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's pioneering preconstruction efforts by leading front-end project planning, cost development, and schedule creation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure project success...

Dallas, TXRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Join a team that's revolutionizing pharmacy operations with AI. As a Software Engineer, you'll independently ship impactful features and fixes, collaborating closely with experienced engineers in a fa...

Orlando, FLRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Optimize marketing workflows by developing AI tools that enhance productivity across teams. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to build, maintain, and support innovative solutions that drive effici...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $200K *

Unlock potential by defining and guiding enterprise architecture, integrating cloud, infrastructure, and security to support business priorities. Lead modernization efforts and influence cross-functio...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$210K - $273K *

Drive the evolution of a robust online ML inference platform, enhancing model deployment, performance, and safety in high-traffic environments by collaborating with cross-functional teams and spearhea...

Washington, DCRemote

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower growth by managing strategic technology accounts, driving Enterprise AI initiatives, and building executive relationships. Lead account strategy, revenue performance, and collaboration with cr...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$100K - $120K *

Optimize your career as an Infor M3 Technical Consultant, leveraging 3-5 years of expertise in integrations and development. Collaborate with teams to design and support seamless enterprise solutions...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Champion the development of an AI platform by leading a team to architect and build essential systems for AI-driven applications, ensuring reliability and scalability while collaborating with cross-fu...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Empower cutting-edge data solutions by leveraging Python expertise and collaboration. Contribute to building high-performance data platforms that drive innovation across various investment functions w...

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3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering by integrating AI tools to accelerate the development process. Transform requirements into reliable solutions while ensuring quality, security, and m...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$126K - $160K *

Drive impactful software solutions by collaborating with sales teams, leading demos, and managing technical inquiries. Leverage your expertise to enhance customer experiences and support enterprise tr...

San Diego, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$110K - $130K *

Elevate incident response capabilities by developing dashboards and alerts, optimizing cloud performance, and ensuring security compliance. Collaborate with product teams to enhance IAM needs while dr...

RemoteRemote

4 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $150K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of AI engineering by leading a dynamic group of engineers and Technical Leads. Drive workforce strategy, enhance team capabilities, and ensure sustainable deliver...

United StatesRemote

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to enhance credit decisioning through advanced modeling and analytics. Lead initiatives that improve approval rates and expand credit access while collaborating with cross-function...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

  • What does a Data Engineer do?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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?question toggle

    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.