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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$125K - $150K *

Lead the charge in designing cutting-edge enterprise data architectures that enable scalable, secure, and AI-ready solutions, while collaborating with technical teams to deliver impactful client engag...

United StatesRemote

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  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Transform enterprise data architecture by leading Microsoft Fabric initiatives, optimizing data strategies, and enabling robust solutions that drive analytics, AI, and seamless integration across glob...

4 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Food & Beverages

$110K - $130K *

Join a dynamic team to design and maintain secure, scalable data pipelines using Microsoft Fabric. Collaborate across departments to embed security and operational excellence while applying modern Dev...

3 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$90K - $110K *

Lead transformative data initiatives by developing scalable analytics solutions and dashboards. Collaborate with stakeholders to turn complex business needs into actionable insights, enhancing decisio...

1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$88K - $214K *

Shape enterprise data architectures by leveraging your expertise in Databricks and modern cloud platforms. Collaborate with clients to design scalable solutions that drive analytics, AI/ML, and data g...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$120K - $145K *

Lead the design and optimization of scalable ETL/ELT pipelines while enhancing data integration and quality. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to drive architectural decisions and automate workf...

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3 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$110K - $130K *

Create impactful customer-facing features by building fullstack solutions that enhance messaging workflows. Collaborate across teams to deliver reliable, event-driven experiences that drive user engag...

2 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Healthcare

$75K - $158K *

Unlock potential by leveraging advanced data science techniques to support Army operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to develop insights and solutions that enhance decision-making and o...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$75K - $158K *

Shape the future of data science by leveraging advanced analytics and machine learning to support Army operations. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deliver actionable insights and enhance de...

5 days ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Lead the charge in building and optimizing scalable data platforms, empowering teams with actionable insights and robust data infrastructure. Collaborate across domains to enhance product offerings an...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$180K - $220K *

Empower innovation by designing and optimizing scalable data pipelines, enhancing data accessibility, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive insights and product development in a dynam...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping data foundations that drive critical business insights. Collaborate across teams to architect and implement high-impact data pipelines, ensuring accuracy and efficiency in m...

1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Hospitality & Recreation

$120K - $145K *

Unlock your potential by designing robust data architectures and driving ETL processes. Collaborate with teams to enhance data pipelines and deliver insightful Power BI dashboards that align with busi...

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$95K - $115K *

Optimize your career by designing and maintaining data pipelines, collaborating with stakeholders to develop solutions, and enhancing our data architecture using cutting-edge technologies in a dynamic...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$95K - $115K *

Lead the charge in designing and maintaining scalable data pipelines and solutions. Collaborate with stakeholders to enhance data architecture and analytics, leveraging emerging technologies for optim...

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  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Technical Services

$140K - $150K *

Accelerate your career by supporting high-volume data migrations into secure cloud environments. Collaborate with cross-functional teams to optimize ETL workflows and ensure data integrity in mission...

1 week ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Staffing

$110K - $130K *

Partner with us to design and build robust cloud-native data platforms using AWS. As a lead engineer, you will influence architecture, mentor colleagues, and ensure the delivery of scalable, secure da...

Toronto, ONIn-Person

Reposted 2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

$80K - $106K *

Lead complex data migration initiatives, ensuring high-quality outcomes and data accuracy. Collaborate with teams to design and implement migration pipelines, while driving successful execution and co...

2 weeks ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$80K - $95K *

Drive modernization initiatives for cloud-native data architecture, ensuring scalability and reliability for enterprise clients. Collaborate with teams to assess legacy systems and develop effective s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$95K - $115K *

Unlock potential by designing and implementing a cloud-native architecture. Assess legacy infrastructure, create detailed design documents, and collaborate with engineering to modernize critical data...

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Reposted 1 week ago

  •   5 - 7 years exp.  •   Energy & Utilities

$110K - $130K *

Innovate by blending systems engineering, development, and DevOps to enhance cloud infrastructure reliability, automate deployment, and ensure seamless cross-team collaboration for efficient applicati...

3 weeks ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$130K - $155K *

Deliver high-throughput, low-latency distributed services, collaborating with cross-functional teams to enhance fraud detection and case management for over 1,500 internal users, while ensuring scalab...

3 days ago

  •   Less than 5 years exp.  •   Enterprise Technology

$145K - $240K *

Lead the strategy and delivery of innovative data products, managing teams to create scalable solutions that meet complex business needs while ensuring data quality and governance across large-scale d...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$145K - $240K *

Deliver innovative data solutions by leading engineering teams to develop scalable data products. Drive strategic planning and ensure high-quality data delivery that meets complex business needs and s...

Reposted 1 week ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Information Technology

$150K - $180K *

Lead the charge in shaping enterprise-scale data architecture and AI solutions. Collaborate globally to create valuable data products and cross-border workflows that empower organizational analytics a...

United StatesRemote

3 weeks ago

  •   8 - 10 years exp.  •   Finance & Insurance

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.