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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$117K - $153K *

Join a dynamic team as a Fullstack Software Engineer, driving innovative solutions by building REST APIs and customer-facing components. Collaborate remotely within Canada to enhance engineering proce...

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6 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$227K - $280K *

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1 week ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$115K - $150K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$75K - $158K *

Unlock your potential as you design enterprise-level data solutions that drive strategic decision-making. Lead complex data architectures, optimize reporting, and mentor fellow experts to enhance orga...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$172K - $237K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

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1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$128K - $170K *

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $166K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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3 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $155K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$130K - $155K *

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Media

$110K *

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $135K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$96K - $184K *

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

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1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

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.