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.
Data Engineering Manager, Growth & Revenue
$150K - $180K *
Empower your career by leading a high-performing data engineering team, driving growth and revenue through innovative data strategies. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance product and re...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Senior Staff Data Architect Engineer
$129K - $177K *
Lead the design and evolution of enterprise data architecture, defining scalable models and standards to unify complex data across R&D and business domains, while providing technical guidance and fost...
5 days ago
$63K - $141K *
Transform enterprise reporting by developing Power BI solutions, collaborating with cross-functional teams, and applying best practices in data modeling and DAX. This role offers growth opportunities...
5 days ago
$63K - $141K *
Join a team that's transforming data into actionable insights through Power BI. Collaborate with experts to develop reports, enhance data models, and drive modernization efforts in a dynamic environme...
5 days ago
Senior Consultant - Data Engineering, Collibra & Data Governance
$118K - $152K *
Lead the charge in designing and implementing data engineering solutions that enhance data governance and quality for financial services clients, ensuring compliance and transparency across complex da...
6 days ago
Senior Data Engineer (FedD238)
$120K - $145K *
Drive the development of robust data pipelines and governance frameworks to enhance AI capabilities, ensuring data is accessible, discoverable, and secure for mission-critical applications in a dynami...
1 week ago
$85K - $105K *
Unlock potential by providing essential support to construction management teams, ensuring projects remain organized and on track through diligent record-keeping, communication, and follow-up. Join us...
1 month ago
IT - Manager, Application Development (Data Engineering)
$110K - $130K *
Lead and inspire a technical team while driving the architecture and development of scalable application platforms. Collaborate across functional areas to deliver high-value, data-driven solutions tha...
3 weeks ago
$100K - $120K *
Optimize data integration pipelines and develop full-stack applications for geospatial data visualization. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data accessibility and ensure secure, effi...
1 week ago
Software Engineer, ML Infrastructure
$191K - $237K *
Oversee the development and evaluation of ML infrastructure for virtual cell models, ensuring efficient data processing and performance measurement. Collaborate with researchers to enhance model train...
1 week ago
$90K - $157K *
Engage in enhancing cybersecurity by creating and managing data pipelines, ensuring high-quality data ingestion and routing for security monitoring and analytics. Collaborate with cross-functional tea...
Reposted 2 weeks ago
$91K - $163K *
Innovate with us as you enhance and automate complex data systems, ensuring operational excellence in data engineering. Leverage AI tools and design quality frameworks to drive strategic improvements...
Reposted 1 week ago
$141K - $169K *
Champion the development and delivery of data products, collaborating with stakeholders to translate business needs into actionable roadmaps. Drive product vision, prioritize backlogs, and ensure effe...
2 weeks ago
$147K - $176K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of data products. As a Manager, you'll drive the vision and implementation of data solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to enhance data accessibility and go...
2 weeks ago
$164K - $229K *
Contribute to the success of data initiatives by developing robust data pipelines and tools. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data quality and reliability, empowering colleagues to en...
1 week ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$172K - $260K *
Lead the development of scalable ML pipelines, driving technical strategy and MLOps practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security and compliance, while mentoring junior engine...
Reposted 3 days ago
Lead Machine Learning Engineer
$172K - $260K *
Lead the development of scalable ML pipelines, driving technical strategy and MLOps practices. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance security and compliance, while mentoring junior engine...
Reposted 3 days ago
Principal Data Engineer, Intelligent Talent Acquisition
$184K - $248K *
Shape and oversee complex data projects to enhance data services across teams, driving technical strategy and interoperability solutions while mentoring engineers and ensuring data quality in a fast-p...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$108K - $130K *
Empower database innovation by designing, developing, and implementing robust database solutions. Collaborate on complex systems to enhance data flow, storage, and retrieval while ensuring optimal per...
2 days ago
Senior Software Engineer II, Ads Data Solutions Engineering
$192K - $202K *
Lead the technical roadmap and modernize data solutions infrastructure, enhancing off-platform integrations and measurement capabilities while driving AI-first engineering initiatives and cross-team c...
1 week ago
Senior Staff Data Platform Engineer - Data Access Team
$201K - $352K *
Architect the data access layer within our platform, enhancing speed, security, and reliability of data retrieval. Lead innovations across various database engines, driving architectural strategy and...
3 weeks ago
Data Architect (DataOps) - SME
$109K - $224K *
Lead the charge in designing and managing enterprise data architectures, integrating traditional and modern data platforms to enhance analytics and AI capabilities while ensuring data quality, governa...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Unlock potential by designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines, optimizing ETL processes, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver reliable data solutions for enterprise clients...
2 weeks ago
Practice Customer Engineer, Data Management, Google Cloud
$152K - $221K *
Transform customer experiences by leveraging cloud technologies to architect innovative database solutions. Collaborate with technical teams to deliver impactful presentations and drive successful mig...
1 week ago
$73K - $109K *
Transform data landscapes by building and maintaining scalable data pipelines, ensuring data quality, and providing innovative solutions to complex business challenges, all within a dynamic and collab...
Reposted 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.