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.
Data Engineer(Snowflake, Matillion)
$110K - $135K *
Transform data landscapes by designing and optimizing scalable data architectures. Ensure seamless data integration and availability to empower data-driven decisions across the organization...
4 days ago
Data Engineer - Google Cloud Platform
$100K - $151K *
Elevate your career by designing innovative data solutions using cutting-edge cloud technologies. Collaborate with a dynamic team to enhance data governance and automation, driving business value thro...
6 days ago
$120K - $130K *
Champion the modernization of data processes by designing and maintaining robust data pipelines in Azure. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure accurate data integration and support enterprise data...
3 days ago
$120K - $140K *
Advance your career by designing and maintaining scalable cloud data solutions that drive enterprise modernization and analytics in secure environments, collaborating with cross-functional teams to en...
1 week ago
$120K - $140K *
Build scalable cloud-based data solutions to support mission-critical analytics and modernization initiatives within secure environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure compliance a...
1 week ago
$85K - $110K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of data integration by leading a skilled group of engineers. Drive successful implementations across partner campuses while fostering a culture of excellence and...
Reposted today
$85K - $110K *
Lead a team of data engineers to implement data integrations for partner campuses. Drive successful delivery of Navigate solutions while establishing scalable practices and ensuring high-quality outco...
Yesterday
$103K - $196K *
Lead the deployment and management of data platforms, ensuring high availability and security while integrating diverse data sources and optimizing performance across cloud and on-premises environment...
2 weeks ago
Data Engineer - Azure Databricks and Cloud Data Solutions
$95K - $115K *
Join a team that's dedicated to driving innovation and excellence in energy solutions. Collaborate with diverse professionals to enhance operational efficiency and deliver sustainable results across v...
1 week ago
$197K - $315K *
Architect scalable data pipelines and ML infrastructure, integrating diverse data sources to enhance analytics and AI initiatives. Lead a high-performing team, enforce best practices, and drive innova...
3 days ago
Data Engineer (Python, NiFi) - TS/SCI Poly
$110K - $130K *
The Cleared Data Engineer will work within a data engineering team to develop and maintain software systems that extract, transform, and load data from various formats into data models. The role requi...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Contribute to the development and scaling of an enterprise data platform, focusing on data pipelines and infrastructure. Engage with teams to ensure effective data governance, security best practices...
3 weeks ago
$150K - $180K *
Transform marketing analytics by leading the development of scalable data pipelines and reusable datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support advanced analytics and machine learning in...
1 week ago
$110K - $150K *
Lead the hands-on transformation of an enterprise data platform, ensuring compliance and correctness throughout the data workflow from ingestion to consumption, while mentoring junior engineers and su...
Reposted 1 week ago
$103K - $146K *
Unlock potential by becoming a Domain Expert in data pipelines, driving proactive security measures. Own data ingestion and attribution, bridging raw data to actionable insights, and influence AI-augm...
2 days ago
$103K - $146K *
Drive proactive, data-driven security by owning data pipelines and attribution layers. Transform raw security data into actionable insights, enhancing remediation speed and influencing AI-augmented an...
2 days ago
$103K - $146K *
Unlock potential by becoming the Domain Expert for data pipelines, transforming security data into actionable insights. Drive proactive monitoring and enhance data quality to reduce remediation time a...
2 days ago
Senior Databrick Data Engineering Consultant
$120K - $145K *
Empower clients by leading the design and delivery of innovative data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data engineering processes, ensuring scalable and reliable analytics that dri...
1 week ago
Senior Databrick Data Engineering Consultant
$120K - $145K *
Shape innovative data solutions by leading design and delivery efforts. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data engineering processes, ensuring scalable and reliable outcomes that drive analyti...
1 week ago
Senior Databrick Data Engineering Consultant
$120K - $145K *
Join us in shaping innovative data solutions as a Senior Databricks Data Engineering Consultant, leading complex projects and collaborating with clients to drive data-driven initiatives and optimize e...
1 week ago
$80K - $110K *
Deliver impactful data solutions by developing pipelines, reports, and models within a data analytics framework. Collaborate with teams to support analytics capabilities and enhance operational effici...
3 weeks ago
Data Engineer-Wearables & iOT Analytics
$115K - $130K *
Lead the charge in transforming multi-platform wearable sensor data into AI-ready datasets. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance analytics capabilities and drive data-driven decision-mak...
3 weeks ago
Data Engineer / BI Developer - GCP, dbt & Power BI
$90K - $110K *
Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable data pipelines and BI solutions using GCP technologies. Leverage your expertise in BigQuery, dbt, and Power BI to drive data-driven decision-making...
2 weeks ago
Data Engineer / BI Developer - GCP, dbt & Power BI
$90K - $110K *
Join a team that's focused on building scalable data solutions using GCP technologies. Leverage your expertise in data engineering and BI to design, develop, and optimize data pipelines, reporting, an...
2 weeks ago
$83K - $110K *
Pioneer innovative data solutions by evaluating, designing, and developing business intelligence tools. Collaborate across functions to enhance operational performance and drive strategic initiatives...
Reposted 2 weeks 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.