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.
$150K - $180K *
Join a team that's shaping the future of data engineering by leading the design, operation, and evolution of a scalable data platform that ensures high-quality, reliable data for AI-driven solutions...
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$103K - $163K *
Drive the delivery and quality of an enterprise data engineering team, overseeing pipeline design, incident management, and cloud cost optimization while partnering with stakeholders for analytics rea...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
Director, Product Management - Data Transformation (Frontier Engineering)
$175K - $210K *
Champion the evolution of enterprise data transformation by leading a high-performing product management team. Drive strategic vision and execution for AI-ready platforms, ensuring seamless integratio...
1 week ago
Director, Product Management - Data Transformation (Frontier Engineering)
$175K - $210K *
Lead the transformation of enterprise data architecture by defining product vision, managing a high-performing team, and driving strategic initiatives that enable AI-first platforms and seamless migra...
1 week ago
Lead Data Engineer (Databricks, Big Data)
$120K - $145K *
Innovate data solutions as a Lead Data Engineer. Collaborate across teams to design and implement scalable architectures, guide delivery, and ensure quality in data engineering practices for impactful...
Reposted 6 days ago
$140K - $180K *
Drive innovative data solutions by leading a skilled team in designing and maintaining scalable data architectures. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure high-quality, secure data platforms that mee...
5 days ago
$120K - $145K *
Transform data engineering practices to support secure AI applications, ensuring high-quality datasets and compliance with federal standards. Collaborate on data governance, quality checks, and innova...
3 weeks ago
Database Architect - InteleShare
$108K - $145K *
Contribute to the design and optimization of scalable database architectures that enhance healthcare imaging solutions, ensuring high performance and reliability while collaborating across teams to su...
4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Lead the transition of computer vision models from experimentation to production. Build and optimize pipelines, monitor performance, and ensure reliability across cloud and edge environments using adv...
Reposted yesterday
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of AI by deploying computer vision models into production. Leverage your MLOps expertise to build robust pipelines and monitoring systems, ensuring high performance and reliability ac...
Reposted 4 days ago
$110K - $130K *
Join a team that's transforming AI/ML deployment by optimizing computer vision models for production. This role focuses on building robust pipelines and infrastructure, ensuring high performance and r...
1 week ago
Infrastructure Storage Engineer
$100K - $194K *
Lead the charge in architecting and optimizing high-performance storage solutions. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver scalable NAS, SAN, and cloud storage services, ensuring data integ...
3 days ago
$80K - $95K *
Join a dynamic team to analyze data and create dashboards that enhance facility maintenance operations, driving performance improvements and ensuring data accuracy for informed decision-making...
3 weeks ago
Engineer, Platform Engineering - AI
$110K - $130K *
Join us to architect and optimize AI/ML infrastructure, ensuring seamless deployment and management of GPU clusters and workflow automation. Drive innovative solutions as part of a dynamic team focuse...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$130K - $155K *
Architect and elevate the enterprise data architecture, driving the design and development of scalable data pipelines. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to ensure data integrity and availability...
Reposted today
$110K - $130K *
Innovate cybersecurity solutions by enhancing system security through scripting and data analysis while ensuring compliance and mitigating vulnerabilities in a dynamic, mission-driven environment...
Reposted 2 days ago
Software Engineer, Data Platform
$130K - $155K *
Elevate data architecture by developing scalable ingestion and security solutions, maintaining schema integrity, and ensuring observability across all systems. Collaborate closely with stakeholders to...
Reposted 3 weeks ago
$90K - $110K *
Lead the charge in designing and optimizing ETL solutions using SSIS and SQL Server. Collaborate with stakeholders to ensure data integrity and performance while implementing modern data architecture...
1 week ago
$170K - $200K *
Drive the design and management of scalable ETL data pipelines, turning raw data into valuable datasets. Collaborate cross-functionally from concept through rollout, ensuring data quality and supporti...
Reposted yesterday
$120K - $145K *
Lead the charge in transforming our data operations through innovation. Design and implement the new data model while managing legacy systems, integrating cutting-edge technologies, and ensuring data...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Shape the future of our data infrastructure by designing a robust model for our new CRM and integrating systems while maintaining legacy applications. You'll play a crucial role in data governance and...
3 weeks ago
Data Engineer (Annapolis Junction, MD)
$220K - $230K *
Join a dynamic team to develop and implement innovative data engineering solutions. Utilize your expertise in system engineering to enhance data transformation processes and optimize integrations acro...
3 weeks ago
$110K - $130K *
Engineer scalable enterprise storage solutions, optimizing performance and resilience across on-premises and cloud environments. Collaborate on lifecycle management and disaster recovery strategies to...
1 week ago
$110K - $130K *
Unlock your potential by building innovative TypeScript applications and AI-driven features. Own projects end-to-end, simplifying complex problems while enhancing our intelligence platform for analyst...
3 weeks ago
$149K - $171K *
Build robust integration solutions that connect diverse enterprise applications. Collaborate with Agile teams to design, develop, and implement technical solutions while driving innovation and best pr...
3 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.