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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$160K - $200K *

Join a dynamic team to lead the Data Foundation, ensuring data integrity and governance while driving analytics innovation. Oversee the full data lifecycle, from ingestion to serving insights, and bui...

3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$75K - $109K *

Join a team that is transforming healthcare through data and innovation. As a Data Engineer, you will design and maintain scalable data pipelines, ensuring cross-functional teams access reliable data...

Reposted 1 week ago

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

$100K - $135K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of cloud data platforms, enhancing analytics and reporting capabilities. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable data solu...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$137K - $287K *

Drive transformative solutions in enterprise data and AI by architecting robust integrations and workflows. Collaborate across teams to optimize data strategies, ensuring scalability, security, and go...

Reposted 3 weeks ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$155K - $175K *

Shape the future of data engineering by leading a team to optimize and manage Snowflake and PostgreSQL platforms, ensuring security, performance, and cost efficiency while driving automation and best...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$209K - $238K *

Architect and develop innovative data solutions, collaborating with Agile teams to drive transformation and enhance customer experiences through advanced data engineering practices and technologies...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$171K - $190K *

Join our team to develop and maintain scalable data infrastructure, optimize performance, and enhance operational reliability as a Software Engineer, collaborating closely across teams to power high-d...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Consumer Technology

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by leading enterprise data transformation initiatives, managing cross-functional teams, and driving cloud modernization projects. Collaborate with engineering and business stakeholder...

2 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Telecommunications & Hardware

$179K - $318K *

Architect innovative data layer solutions, collaborating with teams to optimize performance and meet mission requirements in a dynamic Big Data environment. Lead design and development efforts while e...

6 days ago

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$160K - $190K *

Drive enterprise metadata governance and management initiatives, enhancing data discoverability, quality, and compliance. Collaborate with stakeholders to establish standards and support automated sol...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$161K - $266K *

Shape the future of data engineering by designing and scaling cloud-native solutions. Lead the development of robust data pipelines and analytics frameworks across multi-cloud environments, driving in...

6 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$155K - $165K *

Develop a cutting-edge data ecosystem as a Senior Data Engineer, enhancing analytics, reporting, and machine learning. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to create efficient pipelines and accessi...

United StatesRemote

Reposted 3 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$108K - $160K *

Optimize data integration and analysis for supply chain decisions, focusing on parts, procurement, and risk data. Collaborate with experts to identify constraints and enhance workflows, ensuring trace...

United StatesRemote

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$110K - $130K *

Empower clients by designing and delivering scalable data solutions using Databricks. Collaborate with stakeholders to optimize data pipelines and enhance analytics capabilities, ensuring effective da...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Unlock your potential as you design and deliver innovative data solutions, collaborating with clients and stakeholders to build scalable, reliable systems that drive analytics and business insights in...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Transform data landscapes by designing and delivering scalable solutions using Databricks. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to optimize data processes, ensuring effective analytics and report...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and delivering innovative data solutions. Collaborate with clients and stakeholders to build scalable data pipelines and optimize analytics, leveraging your e...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$60K - $135K *

Join a team that's dedicated to developing robust application solutions through coding, troubleshooting, and collaboration. Play a key role in ensuring deliverables meet business objectives while enha...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$112K - $184K *

Transform our analytics landscape by building and deploying data solutions that enhance data accessibility and support AI and machine learning initiatives. Collaborate across teams to drive data quali...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Transform your career by designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines on Azure. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data solutions that drive informed decision-making a...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$110K - $130K *

Drive the design and operation of data services, ensuring continuous improvement and effective problem resolution. Collaborate across teams to deliver impactful results and provide technical guidance...

1 week ago

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

$231K - $378K *

Architect database performance strategies to optimize LinkedIn's data infrastructure. Lead initiatives across online and offline systems, enhancing query execution and storage efficiency while mentori...

4 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$83K - $100K *

Innovate data solutions by designing and maintaining efficient data pipelines. Collaborate with teams to enhance data quality and implement advanced ETL processes, while mentoring junior members and d...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

$153K - $197K *

Lead the charge in designing enterprise data architecture solutions, integrating Data Engineering and Governance for financial services clients. Drive client engagement and team leadership to deliver...

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6 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Legal & Accounting

$131K - $161K *

Drive the future of enterprise analytics by architecting and delivering innovative solutions using Azure and Databricks. Collaborate with diverse clients to meet their needs while enhancing your techn...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Business Services

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.