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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$87K - $293K *

Optimize data solutions by designing and deploying scalable pipelines, ensuring data quality and governance while leveraging cloud technologies and best practices for data management and compliance...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Engineer robust data solutions by leveraging cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, transformation, and governance, ensuring high-quality data pipelines and compliance across vari...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Join a team that's transforming data solutions through innovative engineering and governance. Leverage cloud technologies to build scalable data pipelines and ensure data quality, compliance, and insi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing scalable data solutions, optimizing data workflows, and ensuring data governance while leveraging cloud and big data technologies to drive business insig...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $235K *

Drive data engineering excellence by designing and deploying scalable data solutions, optimizing workflows, and ensuring data governance across cloud environments to enhance business insights and oper...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Transform data management by building scalable pipelines and governance frameworks. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, quality, and compliance, ensuring seamless inte...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $293K *

Join a team that's transforming data solutions by building scalable pipelines and automating data flows. Leverage cloud technologies and engineering principles to enhance data governance and drive ins...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $270K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by building innovative data solutions and pipelines. Leverage your expertise in cloud technologies and data governance to drive impactful busi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$94K - $293K *

Lead the development of data solutions for ingestion, transformation, and governance, utilizing cloud and big data technologies. Collaborate with teams to optimize data pipelines and ensure compliance...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$87K - $253K *

Transform data landscapes by building scalable pipelines and governance frameworks. Leverage cloud and big data technologies to optimize data ingestion, quality, and compliance, while collaborating wi...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Business Services

$76K - $150K *

Drive innovation by designing and deploying Generative AI solutions that enhance enterprise operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create intelligent applications and optimize AI model...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$140K - $160K *

Elevate your career by driving innovative Java solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and building scalable applications in a dynamic environment. Take ownership of complex challenges a...

2 weeks ago

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

$135K - $160K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement AI workflows that integrate models, enterprise data, and business logic, delivering reliable production solutions and collaborating with various stakeholder...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the optimization and administration of Databricks platforms, ensuring robust performance and security. Collaborate across teams to troubleshoot issues and enhance operational efficiency, contrib...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$179K - $204K *

Unlock the potential of data by designing and building scalable, real-time data platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver innovative solutions that drive insights and empower users...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$197K - $225K *

Reimagine data engineering by driving innovative solutions in a collaborative environment. You'll lead teams to design, develop, and implement cutting-edge data pipelines and applications, ensuring ro...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$179K - $204K *

Join a dynamic team to architect innovative data solutions, driving transformation through collaboration and cutting-edge technologies. Leverage your expertise in data engineering to enhance customer...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Drive innovative data solutions by collaborating with engineers and scientists to enhance data availability and scalability for critical national security missions. Join a dynamic team leveraging cutt...

5 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$103K - $218K *

Elevate database infrastructure by leading modernization initiatives and enhancing services for a global enterprise, ensuring robust performance and security across diverse environments...

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Lead the charge in designing and maintaining scalable data solutions that ensure data quality, governance, and integration across the enterprise. Collaborate with teams to optimize data processes and...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Staffing

$95K - $115K *

Explore advanced data management through complex modeling, migration, and quality assurance. Shape data engineering practices with custom tool development, mentoring junior staff, and enhancing securi...

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

$110K - $130K *

Empower data-driven decision-making by designing and optimizing scalable data architectures. Lead a team of engineers, ensuring high performance and collaboration across functions to deliver best-in-c...

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2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$120K - $145K *

Join a team that's shaping the future of missile defense through innovative data integration solutions. You'll provide technical oversight and guidance for secure, resilient hybrid multi-cloud environ...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$179K - $204K *

Drive data-driven transformations by architecting scalable cloud solutions and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver impactful data products that enhance customer experiences and empowe...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by engineering scalable data and machine learning systems. Collaborate with top engineers to enhance privacy-focused advertising capabilities, driving efficiency and reliability in a...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

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.