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.
Member of Technical Staff, Discovery Applications
$130K - $160K *
Lead the charge in developing transformative applications that empower scientists to streamline decision-making in drug discovery, from target identification to validation and optimization across dive...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director of Engineering (Data & Platforms)
$120K - $150K *
Accelerate progress at our data modernization efforts by leading the engineering team to build a unified Azure data platform, integrating Salesforce and WMS for enhanced operational visibility and dec...
Reposted 1 week ago
$120K - $145K *
Lead the design and optimization of scalable data pipelines, ensuring high data quality and performance. Collaborate with stakeholders and mentor team members to deliver reliable data solutions using...
1 week ago
$138K - $165K *
Architect and execute large-scale data migrations, optimizing Iceberg internals while managing operations across global environments. Implement secure data access controls and design robust security p...
Today
$120K - $145K *
Collaborate with cross-functional teams to design and maintain scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality and optimizing architecture for cloud platforms. Drive automation and enhance data product...
2 days ago
$115K - $143K *
Unlock the potential of data by architecting scalable pipelines and driving analytics initiatives, mentoring engineers, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance our data solutions in a...
Reposted 5 days ago
$125K - $165K *
Transform raw operational data into decision-ready analytics by designing, developing, and maintaining scalable data models. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality data solutions that dr...
1 week ago
Solution Architect (Data Governance & Data Engineering), Federal
$120K - $145K *
Innovate at the forefront of data governance and engineering, partnering with Federal clients to drive technical success, shape product evolution, and build strategic solutions that enhance compliance...
1 week ago
$102K - $170K *
Architect scalable data and AI solutions as a Principal Data Engineer, leading technical strategy and engineering excellence. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and ensure ali...
3 days ago
$102K - $170K *
Elevate your career by leading innovative data engineering solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to define scalable architectures and drive AI initiatives, ensuring alignment with enterpr...
3 days ago
$102K - $170K *
Unlock innovative data solutions by leading integration strategies and architectural decisions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable, secure data and AI solutions while driving...
1 week ago
$90K - $110K *
Grow your career by shaping innovative data solutions that drive business impact. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance our data ecosystem and ensure effective analytics within a moderniz...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
Manager, Data Engineering - Data & AI Governance
$128K - $168K *
Elevate your career by driving innovative data and AI governance. Lead a technical team to embed trusted data practices, enhance data quality, and automate governance, all while fostering collaboratio...
3 weeks ago
Principal Data Engineer, Data Quality & Datasets Pipelines
$150K - $180K *
Drive the development of data ingestion and quality systems for AI training, managing petabyte-scale datasets. Collaborate with teams to implement efficient data filtering and retention strategies, en...
3 days ago
$139K - $159K *
Join a dynamic team as a Senior Data Engineer, driving enterprise data solutions through innovative pipeline design and management. Collaborate on a cutting-edge data lake architecture, enhancing data...
3 weeks ago
$139K - $159K *
Engineer scalable data pipelines and transform enterprise data in a dynamic team. Lead the design and operation of a robust data lake architecture, ensuring data integrity and accessibility for optima...
3 weeks ago
$139K - $159K *
Transform data engineering by designing and operating scalable pipelines for enterprise data lakes, ensuring data integrity and accessibility while collaborating with a dynamic team dedicated to clien...
3 weeks ago
$139K - $159K *
Empower our team by designing and operating scalable data pipelines, enhancing our enterprise data lake with innovative solutions. Collaborate with experts to drive data transformation and ensure high...
3 weeks ago
Senior Data & Analytics Engineer
$120K - $145K *
Elevate data integrity and analytics by managing critical operations, leading data cleaning, and ensuring seamless pipeline functionality. Collaborate on MVP initiatives while maintaining robust secur...
Reposted 2 days ago
$138K - $218K *
Unlock the potential of data by designing scalable architectures and solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance system efficiency and drive strategic decisions while mentoring junio...
3 weeks ago
$146K - $206K *
Join a dynamic team as you lead data engineering efforts, shape technical strategy, and drive critical initiatives. Mentor engineers, manage projects, and collaborate across functions to enhance data...
3 weeks ago
$103K - $196K *
Transform data engineering by building and optimizing robust data pipelines for analytics and AI. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality, governance, and compliance while deliv...
2 weeks ago
$103K - $196K *
Shape the future of data engineering by building and optimizing data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to support analytics and AI initiatives. Drive inno...
2 weeks ago
$106K - $206K *
Engineer scalable data infrastructure by optimizing CI/CD pipelines and cloud environments. Collaborate with teams to enhance software delivery processes, ensuring high availability and seamless integ...
1 month ago
Staff Software Engineer, Data Loading Infrastructure
$248K - $282K *
Pioneer the future of data infrastructure by leading modernization efforts, enhancing performance, and building scalable services. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure reliability and eff...
6 days 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.