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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$120K - $145K *

Join a dynamic team to design and implement cloud security solutions, leveraging your expertise in AWS, scripting, and SIEM tools to enhance incident response and mentor junior staff in a collaborativ...

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by designing and implementing cloud security solutions. Collaborate with a skilled team to enhance incident response and drive continuous improvement in cybersecurity practices at...

Herndon, VARemote

3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$116K - $155K *

Transform the future of healthcare IT by designing scalable, secure database architectures that enhance medical imaging solutions. Collaborate across teams to ensure high-performance systems that supp...

United StatesRemote

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$120K - $145K *

Unlock potential by driving customer success through hands-on deployment and integration of AI solutions. Collaborate closely with clients to ensure effective implementation, adoption, and sustained u...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Engage with customers to implement and optimize AI solutions, ensuring production readiness and driving adoption. Collaborate closely with technical teams to enhance user experience and deliver measur...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$125K - $161K *

Innovate the future of data architecture by designing secure, scalable, and compliant cloud-native solutions on Azure. Lead cross-functional teams in migrating legacy systems while establishing best p...

Vancouver, BCIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$77K - $113K *

Join a dynamic team to develop and maintain data engineering solutions, enhancing analytics for academic and administrative operations. Collaborate on ETL processes, data models, and reporting tools t...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$77K - $113K *

Engineer data solutions by developing, implementing, and maintaining ETL/ELT pipelines, APIs, and analytics tools to enhance academic and administrative operations, ensuring data accuracy and reliabil...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Education, Government & Non-Profit

$152K - $179K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and implementation of scalable data solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders, mentor teams, and drive innovation to empower data-driven decision-making across th...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$95K - $115K *

Design and develop analytics solutions to support decision-making across the organization. Collaborate with teams to create dashboards, manage data models, and ensure accurate reporting for operationa...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Unlock potential by leading the design and optimization of data integrations and infrastructure, developing robust pipelines and data models that drive analytics and data science across diverse platfo...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$125K - $182K *

Lead a dynamic data platform team, architecting solutions across Databricks, Microsoft Fabric, and Snowflake. Drive innovation, manage infrastructure, and ensure scalable, secure data solutions while...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$119K - $165K *

Join a team that's pivotal in enhancing data reliability and delivery. Lead a technically skilled group focused on transforming complex requirements into efficient data workflows while ensuring seamle...

Reposted 5 days ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Manufacturing & Automotive

$110K - $130K *

Innovate data solutions by designing and supporting robust data infrastructures. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data-driven decision-making and streamline data processing for enter...

2 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $145K *

Elevate your career by leading the design and governance of investment data architecture, bridging business and technology to enrich analytics and AI capabilities for scalable, innovative solutions in...

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$100K - $130K *

Engage in developing, implementing, and enhancing mission-critical systems using Power BI, SQL, and SharePoint. Collaborate with stakeholders to deliver secure, scalable solutions that meet federal co...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$77K - $176K *

Transform data processing by leading the design and optimization of robust data pipelines in Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams while mentoring a diverse group of data professionals t...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$77K - $176K *

Join a team that's shaping data solutions by leading the design and optimization of data pipelines in Databricks. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to enhance data processing and analytics while...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Business Services

$225K - $265K *

Accelerate progress at a mission-critical team, leading Data Streaming to enhance data ingestion pipelines. Build a skilled team, ensure pipeline reliability, and collaborate cross-functionally to sup...

United StatesRemote

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $135K *

Transform your career by designing and implementing advanced data pipelines, collaborating with cross-functional teams to deliver high-quality data products that meet business needs and regulatory sta...

4 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$109K - $143K *

Champion the design and delivery of enterprise integration solutions, leading technical teams in MuleSoft, Java, and CI/CD automation. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure scalable, secur...

2 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Join a team that's driving cloud innovation by designing and maintaining secure, scalable environments for enterprise applications, integrating AI capabilities, and ensuring compliance with federal cy...

United StatesRemote

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  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Media

$55K - $120K *

Drive product development and support for data and AI solutions, collaborating with stakeholders to translate requirements into technical designs while enhancing operational efficiencies through conti...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$120K - $160K *

Elevate your career by owning and scaling the AI training and data infrastructure for cutting-edge autonomy systems. Collaborate across disciplines to drive real-time model deployment and enhance mult...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

$120K - $160K *

Unlock the potential of AI in contested environments by owning and scaling the training and data infrastructure for multi-sensor models, enabling rapid iteration and real-time deployment on embedded h...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Aerospace & Defense

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.