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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$72K - $108K *

Lead the design and development of scalable data pipelines using Spark, Kafka, and cloud services. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data quality and optimize performance for analytics and machi...

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$143K - $186K *

Drive impactful data solutions as a Data Engineer, enhancing analytics across teams. Collaborate to build scalable data models and pipelines, enabling data-driven decisions that shape the organization...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$125K - $150K *

Join a team that's dedicated to designing and optimizing data solutions on Microsoft Azure. This role focuses on building scalable data pipelines and enhancing analytics capabilities to drive digital...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Play a key role in designing and optimizing data solutions on Microsoft Azure, enhancing analytics and reporting capabilities. Collaborate with teams to build scalable data pipelines and ensure high-q...

2 weeks ago

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

$110K - $135K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data solutions on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance data pipelines, support analytics, and ensure data quality, driving digital transforma...

2 weeks ago

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

$125K - $150K *

Transform data solutions by designing and optimizing scalable pipelines on Microsoft Azure. Collaborate with teams to enhance analytics and reporting, ensuring high-quality data management and governa...

2 weeks ago

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

$95K - $115K *

Optimize data systems and pipelines as a key player in building robust AI capabilities, ensuring high-quality data flow for analytics and model development within an agile team committed to impactful...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$146K - $234K *

Innovate data engineering solutions to enhance web-based applications for data management. Collaborate on data transformation and compliance, ensuring efficient data movement and integration across sy...

Yesterday

  •   11 - 15 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and optimize scalable data solutions that enhance healthcare technology platforms. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and drive informed dec...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to build and maintain a robust data platform, ensuring clean, reliable data ingestion and transformation for healthcare analytics. Leverage your expertise to enhance data quality a...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$100K - $120K *

Explore your potential as a Data Engineer, building scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric and Azure. Collaborate with teams to deliver high-quality data solutions that enhance enterprise repo...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$112K - $135K *

Transform your career with the opportunity to design and optimize scalable data pipelines. Collaborate across teams to support advanced analytics and AI initiatives, utilizing your expertise in Snowfl...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$125K - $150K *

Shape the future of data engineering by developing scalable data pipelines and integrating diverse sources to support groundbreaking research and advanced analytics in a collaborative environment with...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Staffing

$140K - $180K *

Unlock potential by designing and optimizing data pipelines in Azure, ensuring reliable data delivery and collaboration across teams. Leverage your expertise in data modeling and governance to drive a...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement scalable data solutions on Azure. You'll build data pipelines, optimize datasets, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data p...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$106K - $159K *

Lead the charge in developing and optimizing analytical data models and pipelines, collaborating across teams to enhance data-driven solutions that support research and care programs within a dynamic...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$80K - $95K *

Drive innovation in data engineering by designing robust data solutions, optimizing performance, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to ensure seamless data integration and analysis for dive...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$114K - $190K *

Engineer robust data solutions by designing, optimizing, and managing data pipelines in a Big Data environment. Collaborate with teams to enhance data lifecycle processes and support AI/ML workflows...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize data pipelines and storage systems to ensure seamless, secure data flow across SaaS products. Collaborate with teams to design and maintain high-performance databases, enhancing reporting cap...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Join a team that's redefining data engineering by optimizing cloud infrastructure and data pipelines. Collaborate with experts to enhance production systems and build scalable solutions using cutting...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that supports city engineers with reliable data. Build and scale robust data pipelines for our Infrastructure Intelligence Platform, improving delivery speed, cost, and data trustworthines...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Develop and maintain data pipelines for sensor data processing, ensuring high-quality geospatial deliverables for client use. Collaborate with teams to optimize data platforms within a fast-paced envi...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Unlock data integration excellence by leading client migrations and ensuring accurate transitions. Collaborate proactively with clients, manage ETL processes, and deliver high-quality solutions in a f...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Transform data integration processes by leading migrations and ensuring accuracy. Collaborate with clients to deliver seamless solutions, emphasizing proactive support and excellence in technical deli...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$100K - $130K *

Transform data engineering by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines that empower analytics and AI initiatives. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and support op...

2 weeks ago

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

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.