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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$200K - $245K *

Pioneer data-driven engineering for our Autonomy Data Flywheel initiative, overseeing the entire lifecycle to enhance AI-driven operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve quality a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $145K *

Drive the future of AI & Analytics by leading client relationships, providing strategic guidance, and delivering innovative solutions. Leverage your expertise to enhance service delivery and ensure al...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$159K - $271K *

Innovate cutting-edge dry etch processes for advanced memory devices, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance manufacturing efficiency and yield. Drive process optimization and defect red...

Albany, NYRemote

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$135K - $160K *

Join a team that's dedicated to enhancing customer experiences through innovative AWS Connect solutions. You'll lead technical assessments, mentor teams, and drive best practices in contact center des...

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Today

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$230K - $322K *

Grow your career with a leading ML team focused on enhancing ad retrieval systems. Drive technical direction, develop innovative models, and collaborate across teams to optimize user experience and ad...

United StatesRemote

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$111K - $167K *

Empower your career by leading the development of analytical tools that enhance decision-making across the organization. Drive data-driven insights and foster collaboration to build robust Power BI so...

RemoteRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Retail & Consumer Goods

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in building robust MLOps infrastructure to support scalable AI solutions, bridging software engineering and machine learning for reliable production deployments across enterprise envir...

Cambridge, MARemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$80K - $95K *

Collaborate with teams to enhance construction efficiency by developing 3D models, installation drawings, and schedules. Drive project success through proactive planning, conflict resolution, and effe...

Greenwood, INRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Real Estate & Construction

$125K - $150K *

Innovate AI-driven systems that enhance clinical and operational workflows. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to streamline processes, elevate care delivery, and build scalable infrastructure in...

New York City, NYRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$160K - $200K *

Drive technical excellence by designing systems, setting standards, and mentoring engineers without formal management. Collaborate with Product to ensure alignment and tackle engineering challenges ac...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$150K - $180K *

Empower our team to build innovative security and governance solutions, shaping access management for both human and agent users. Lead a small, dynamic group as we define architectural foundations and...

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2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$115K - $185K *

Lead the charge in transforming developer workflows and API architecture for enterprise AI applications. Collaborate with engineering teams to eliminate friction and enhance the developer experience a...

Ontario, CARemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$77K - $124K *

Join a team that's transforming data center solutions. As an Application Engineer, you'll shape technical strategies, collaborate with key industry players, and ensure seamless project execution in a...

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Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$130K - $179K *

Lead complex engagements and establish strategic relationships while mentoring teams and driving solutions in high-stakes Public Sector environments. Shape account strategy and deliver measurable impa...

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3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $193K *

Join a team that's redefining software engineering excellence by leading high-performing teams in building and modernizing enterprise applications. Drive technical strategy, foster innovation, and ens...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$160K - $200K *

Develop cutting-edge AI/ML capabilities to enhance intelligent engagement experiences. Lead the design of scalable ML systems, ensuring high-quality evaluations and compliance while driving innovation...

Ontario, CARemote

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Transportation

$120K - $140K *

Unlock your potential by partnering with Sales to drive customer success, leading technical pre-sales processes, and mentoring peers while ensuring seamless transitions from sale to implementation acr...

San Francisco, CARemote

4 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Join a dynamic team to lead environmental remediation projects, focusing on system design, operations, and data management. Collaborate with engineers and scientists to ensure effective solutions for...

Alabama, USRemote

2 days ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Empower innovation as you design complex electrical systems, lead projects, mentor teams, and ensure high-quality deliverables. Collaborate closely with multi-disciplinary teams, utilizing advanced BI...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$150K - $200K *

Drive the enterprise AI architecture for healthcare solutions, ensuring compliance and governance. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to establish standards and best practices for LLM application...

Illinois, USRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$79K - $158K *

Analyze clinical data to develop AI solutions that drive evidence-based insights, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance healthcare outcomes and ensure ethical standards in model develop...

New York, USRemote

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Pharmaceuticals & Biotech

$79K - $122K *

Transform public infrastructure by leading engineering projects, managing budgets, and ensuring compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance transportation systems and utilities while providin...

Durham, NCRemote

2 days ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Transform enterprise data management by leading MDM strategies and architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data quality and governance while integrating solutions across platforms like...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$116K - $207K *

Lead and manage mid to large Workday deployments, resolving complex issues while enhancing methodologies. Guide teams, ensure project success, and support executive expectations through effective comm...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$155K - $160K *

Shape the future of data solutions by designing scalable architectures that drive AI and analytics initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to implement innovative strategies that enhance...

United StatesRemote

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 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.