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.
Software Engineer, Data Platform
$130K - $192K *
Engineer scalable data frameworks to enhance analytics and insights. Collaborate with teams to drive data quality and governance, ensuring reliability and efficiency in a rapidly growing environment...
1 week ago
Software Engineer, Data Platform
$130K - $192K *
Elevate data-driven decision-making by architecting scalable frameworks and tools that enhance data mobility, governance, and analytics, empowering teams to deliver real-time insights and drive busine...
1 week ago
Software Engineer, Data Platform
$130K - $192K *
Drive the vision for scalable data frameworks, enhancing analytics and insights. Collaborate with teams to build reliable, efficient systems that support a growing business, ensuring data quality and...
1 week ago
Senior Staff Software Engineer - Data Engineering
$200K - $322K *
Join our team to design and optimize data pipelines, enhancing cost allocation and forecasting. Leverage your expertise in Python, SQL, and cloud technologies to drive data reliability and operational...
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Enterprise Database Engineer - Geospatial | TS/SCI
$120K - $197K *
Unlock potential by designing and optimizing enterprise database environments for geospatial applications, leveraging your expertise to enhance performance, security, and integration in complex custom...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Transform data into actionable insights by leading innovative data science projects. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflows and develop advanced algorithms, ensuring impactful results for...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the charge in transforming data into actionable insights by designing and implementing advanced machine learning models and statistical analyses. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance workflow...
1 week ago
Founding Applied AI Engineer - Data
$130K - $160K *
Lead the charge in transforming messy enterprise data into AI-ready assets while building automated systems that enhance data workflows. Shape our data strategy and make a significant impact as a foun...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Data Architect (Microsoft Azure / Microsoft Fabric)
$140K - $175K *
Join a dynamic team to design AI-ready data architectures using Microsoft Azure. You will connect business goals to scalable data solutions, optimizing the data flow for analytics and AI, ensuring sec...
Reposted 1 week ago
Data Architect (Microsoft Azure / Microsoft Fabric)
$140K - $175K *
Shape data-driven solutions as a Data Architect, utilizing Azure technologies to create scalable, AI-ready data architectures that unlock business insights and enhance operational performance through...
Reposted 1 week ago
$85K - $111K *
Advance your career by managing and optimizing Cognos and Informatica applications, ensuring top-notch performance across various client environments. Collaborate effectively while maintaining vital E...
3 weeks ago
Lead Data Platform Engineer (Manager / Architect)
$140K - $190K *
Join a dynamic team as a technical leader, guiding engineers in unifying diverse analytics applications into a scalable platform. Drive integration, mentor talent, and enhance data pipelines while col...
2 days ago
Lead Data Platform Engineer (Manager / Architect)
$140K - $190K *
Drive the unification of diverse analytics applications by providing technical leadership and hands-on engineering expertise. Collaborate with teams to design scalable solutions, mentor engineers, and...
2 days ago
Data Engineer [On-site - Pinehurst, NC]
$95K - $115K *
Elevate data solutions by designing and maintaining robust infrastructure to ensure reliable, accessible, and secure organizational data across various systems, enhancing analytics, automation, and in...
Reposted 2 days ago
$100K - $150K *
The Process Engineer is responsible for leading process design and execution while providing mentorship to junior staff. This role involves implementing solutions for process safety, quality, and perf...
Reposted 3 days ago
$75K - $90K *
Contribute to the development of a robust data platform, supporting data analytics initiatives within the Finance function, while collaborating across teams to drive impactful business insights and gr...
3 weeks ago
Principal Software Engineer - Data Engineering
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in providing technical leadership across data platforms. Own objectives and roadmaps, drive major initiatives, and collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data governance an...
1 week ago
Data Engineer, Mission Data Products - Clearance Required
$128K - $190K *
Drive the development of scalable data products and pipelines, enhancing Army acquisition operations. As a senior engineer, you'll architect solutions, mentor peers, and ensure data quality and securi...
2 weeks ago
Data Engineer, Mission Data Products - Clearance Required
$128K - $190K *
Build and own scalable data pipelines and products, integrating diverse Army data sources. Collaborate with engineers and stakeholders to enhance data quality and maintainability while setting enginee...
2 weeks ago
Technical SME - Data Architecture / Data Ware
$110K - $130K *
Empower your career with senior-level expertise in data architecture and warehousing. Drive data integration and management, ensuring effective solutions for Occupational Environmental Health practice...
3 weeks ago
Data Platform Engineering Manager
$115K - $163K *
Accelerate progress at the forefront of data engineering, leading the design and evolution of enterprise data platforms. Drive strategic advancements in technology governance and analytics while manag...
Reposted 1 week ago
$207K - $253K *
Lead the charge in building a robust data platform, enhancing real-time data access, and optimizing costs. Manage a senior team of engineers to ensure platform health, observability, and alignment wit...
2 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Optimize data flow management by leveraging Apache NiFi to enhance analytics capabilities. Collaborate with a dedicated team to ensure effective data distribution and governance, while supporting cust...
3 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Transform data management by joining our dynamic team as a Dataflow Engineer, where you'll enhance data distribution processes using Apache NiFi and contribute to a large analytic cloud repository...
3 weeks ago
Backend Data Engineer - 174510 - 175198
$95K - $100K *
Deliver robust data engineering solutions by designing and maintaining enterprise data pipelines. Collaborate with teams to integrate legacy systems and support analytics for Navy and DoD environments...
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.